The term ‘class’ signifies a form of social stratification. It is defined as a stratum of people who share similar socio-economic status or position. A class is considered to be backward if its members are economically and educationally less privileged compared to other classes in that society. Backward Class and the Constitution The Constitution refers… Continue reading Defining Backward Class
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National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC)
The NCBC is a body set up under the provisions of the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993. Background Via a resolution in 1987, the government had created a Commission for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Constitutional status was given to it by passing the Constitution (65th Amendment) Act, 1990 In 1992, the National… Continue reading National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC)
National Commission for Backward Classes (Repeal) Bill, 2017
Ø The Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha in April 2017 by The Minister of Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, Mr. Tharwarchand Ghelot. Ø The Bill seeks to repeal the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993. Ø The Bill was introduced alongside the Constitution (123rd Amendment) Bill, 2017 that provides for setting… Continue reading National Commission for Backward Classes (Repeal) Bill, 2017
What is the ‘MSCI Emerging Markets Index’?
The MSCI Emerging Markets Index is an index created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) designed to measure equity market performance in global emerging markets. It consists of indices from 23 emerging economies such as Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Russia, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the… Continue reading What is the ‘MSCI Emerging Markets Index’?
Blockchain Technology
Blockchain technology was first developed in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. Since its inception, it has been used as the basis for several cryptocurrencies from around the world, including Bitcoin and Bitshares. Blockchain is a sort of distributed ledger or decentralized database that keeps records of digital transactions. The ledger can record many transactions such as… Continue reading Blockchain Technology
Essay Test – June 24, 2017
Instructions: Write an essay on any one of the following in about 1000-1200 words. Time : 90 minutes Marks : 125 1. Economy is the basis of society. When the economy is stable, society develops. 2. Good luck happens to people who work hard for it.
Must Read News Articles – June 24
Archives GS 1 — GS 2 International groupings and agreements ‘Brexit is an opportunity for Netherlands-India ties’: Netherlands is aspiring to emerge as India’s biggest partner in Europe following the Brexit-related changes taking place in Europe. U.S. visit aimed at deepening ties: India’s partnership with the United States is multi-layered and diverse, supported by not… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – June 24
Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23
Archives 1.What is Foreign Trade Policy(FTP)? Do you think that FTP review would be affected after the roll-out of GST? (GS 3) The Hindu Foreign trade policy :- These are the Policies enacted by the government sector of a domestic economy to discourage imports from, and encourage exports to, the foreign sector. The three most… Continue reading Answered: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23
Must Read News Articles – June 23
Archives GS 1 Social issues Is prohibition the answer?: (The Hindu, Editorial) Whether or not people can drink is a debate fuelled by upper-caste hypocrisy, a mix of religious guilt and bigotry. GS 2 Effects of developed and developing countries policies India flags U.S. military aid to Pakistan: Agenda set for Prime Minister Modi’s first… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – June 23
Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23
Archives Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers. 1. What is Foreign Trade Policy(FTP)? Do you think that FTP review would be affected after the roll-out of GST? (GS 3) The Hindu 2. “It is time for… Continue reading Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – June 23
