What is the News? The Central Information Commission(CIC) released its annual report. The report provides the data on the number of RTI applications received and rejected by public authorities. About CIC Annual Report: The CIC annual report provides the data on the number of RTI applications received and rejected by public authorities. It covers more… Continue reading CIC Annual Report on “RTI Applications”
IMD launches “Climate Data Service Portal” on World Meteorological Day
What is the News? India Meteorological Department(IMD) launches the Climate Data Service Portal on the occasion of World Meteorological Day. About Climate Data Service Portal: Aim: Climate Data Service Portal serves as an integrated platform that aims to provide weather and climate services to the users. Developed by: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Pune Components of… Continue reading IMD launches “Climate Data Service Portal” on World Meteorological Day
[UPSC Interview Transcript #107]: BS. Bassi Board, Odisha Home State, Mathematics Optional, Vedic maths, AI, Vipassana Hobbies
Date of Interview: 3rd March AN. first to go. Board: BS. Bassi Sir Background: B.tech IIT Guwahati EEE Optional: Mathematics Home State: Odisha Hobbies: Vedic maths, AI, Vipassana Intern in Canada, work ex at HP, IRAS Chairman 1. Are you in icas service? 2. Have you Joined IRAS? 3. Experience at vadodara? 4. Hard experiences vs… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #107]: BS. Bassi Board, Odisha Home State, Mathematics Optional, Vedic maths, AI, Vipassana Hobbies
India eyes “Cape of Good Hope” after the block in Suez Canal
What is the News? When the Suez Canal was blocked recently, India had explored the option of re-routing the ships via the Cape of Good Hope. About Cape of Good Hope: Location: It is a rocky headland. It is on the Atlantic coast of the Cape Peninsula in South Africa. The Cape of Good Hope route… Continue reading India eyes “Cape of Good Hope” after the block in Suez Canal
Miscellanous Quiz: Various Security Forces & Their Mandate & Miscellaneous |27 Mar, 2021
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India’s stand on Human Rights violation in Sri Lanka
Synopsis: India maintained balance between the diplomatic relations with Sri Lanka and its support to Tamil minority people in the country. Introduction The previous government in Sri Lanka had made some commitments to the UNHRC. The commitments include constructive engagement with the international community on the Human Rights violation in Sri Lanka. Further, the government… Continue reading India’s stand on Human Rights violation in Sri Lanka
Discrimination in taxing provident fund (PF)
Synopsis: The Finance Minister has enhanced the Provident Fund(PF) limit up to 5 lakhs from the previously proposed 2.5 lakh. This is a discriminatory proposal for taxing PF and should be reconsidered. Background: The finance bill 2021 was passed with 127 amendments. This included a proposal to tax income on PF contributions over Rs. 2.5… Continue reading Discrimination in taxing provident fund (PF)
[UPSC Interview Transcript #106]: TCA Anant Sir Board, Rajasthan Home State, Geography Optional, Watching Movies, Cricket Hobbies
Interview Date: 4 March 2020 Interview time 15 minutes… Board: TCA Anant Sir Background: BA & MA in PSIR, Home State: Rajasthan Optional: Geography Hobbies: Watching Movies, Cricket Chairman 1. What are u doing after graduation. 2. What is the development problem of your district and how to solve it as dm Member 1 1.… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #106]: TCA Anant Sir Board, Rajasthan Home State, Geography Optional, Watching Movies, Cricket Hobbies
Brief Analysis of India- Bangladesh Bilateral Relations
Synopsis: An evaluation of India- Bangladesh bilateral relation from the past to the present. Background India played an important role in Bangladesh’s independence. India provided political, diplomatic, military and humanitarian support during Bangladesh’s Liberation War. For example, India lost 3,900 Indian soldiers and provided accommodation to an estimated 10 million Bangladeshi refugees. Following Bangladesh’s Independence,… Continue reading Brief Analysis of India- Bangladesh Bilateral Relations
Why Electoral Bond Scheme should be declared unconstitutional?
Synopsis: The electoral bonds scheme violates the core principles of the Indian Constitution. It must be declared unconstitutional by the courts. Background The Electoral Bond Scheme was notified by the Government of India in 2018. For the last three years, electoral bonds have been the dominant method of political party funding in India. It allows… Continue reading Why Electoral Bond Scheme should be declared unconstitutional?
