[open SIP] Test 13 History (Advanced) Link + Discussion

Link for the test: Click2Attempt (Let us know your score in comments) We have started our Open SIP program in conjunction with our PAID program (Click2Know all details of the program) We will be running this special FREE initiative on daily basis providing students with revision questions for static subjects as well as current affairs starting from… Continue reading

[open SIP] Test 12- CA October ’17 Link + Discussion

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[open SIP] Test 10- CA Sept ’17 Link + Discussion

[open SIP] Test 9- Geography Link + Discussion

[open SIP] Test 8- CA August’17 Link + Discussion

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Government Bodies related to environment conservation in India

Central Pollution Control Board Established: It was established in 1974 under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. Objective: To provide technical services to the Ministry of Environment and Forests under the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Key Functions: Advise the Central Government on any matter concerning prevention and control of… Continue reading

Capital and Current Account Convertibility in India

CLICK:-REGISTER & DISCUSS ETHICS CASE STUDIES & YOUR UPSC PREPARATION WITH 1-1 CD MENTORS FOR FREE Convertibility in India “My hope is that we will get to full capital account convertibility in a short number of years,” said Raghuram. G. Rajan, ex-governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 10 April 2015. The International… Continue reading

Central Banking in India: Functions of RBI

Central Banking in India Key Facts: In the monetary system of all countries, the central bank occupies a most important place. The Central Bank is an apex institution of the monetary system which regulates the functioning of the commercial banks of a country. The Central Bank of India is ‘Reserve Bank of India’. A Central… Continue reading

Citizen’s Charter: Importance, Objective, Features, Problems faced in implementation, Guidelines

In any nation, there is a need of good governance for sustainable development, both economic and social. The three major aspects highlighted in good governance are transparency, accountability and responsiveness of the administration. What is Citizen’s Charter? Citizens’ Charters initiative is a response to the mission for solving the problems which a citizen meets, day… Continue reading

Types of Inflation: Demand Pull, Cost Push, Stagflation, Structural Inflation, Deflation and Disinflation

This is a key topic for UPSC aspirants, as understanding the types of inflation in India is essential for economics and current affairs sections. Types of Inflation In India In India, inflation can be classified into the following types: Demand-Pull Inflation: This happens when there’s excessive demand for goods and services, often due to increased… Continue reading

Lok Adalats: Origin, Evolution, Jurisdiction, Powers

What is Lok Adalat? The concept of Lok Adalat (People’s Court) is an innovative Indian contribution to the world jurisprudence. The introduction of Lok Adalats added a new chapter to the justice dispensation system of this country and succeeded in providing a supplementary forum to the victims for a satisfactory settlement of their disputes. This… Continue reading

Banking in India: Definition, Functions and Types of Banks

CLICK:-REGISTER & DISCUSS ECONOMICS CONCEPTS & YOUR UPSC PREPARATION WITH CD MENTORS FOR FREE Definition of a Bank A bank is a financial institution which performs the deposit and lending function. A bank allows a person with excess money (Saver) to deposit his money in the bank and earns an interest rate. Similarly, the bank… Continue reading

Taxation in India: Classification, Types, Direct tax, Indirect tax

CLICK:-REGISTER & DISCUSS ECONOMICS CONCEPTS & YOUR UPSC PREPARATION WITH CD MENTORS FOR FREE Taxation in India The India Constitution is quasi-federal in nature, and the country has three tier government structure. To avoid any disputes between the centre and state the Constitution envisage following provisions regarding taxation: Division of powers to levy taxes between… Continue reading

Urban Local Government: Composition, Functions, Problems

CLICK:-REGISTER & DISCUSS ETHICS CASE STUDIES & YOUR UPSC PREPARATION WITH 1-1 CD MENTORS FOR FREE Urban Local government implies the governance of an urban area by the people through their elected representatives. 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 provided constitutional status to local urban bodies. 74th Constitutional Amendment This act added a new part IX-A… Continue reading

Panchayati Raj Institution: Evolution, Features, Composition, Powers, Functions

Panchayati Raj is a system of rural local self-government in India. It has been established in all the states of India by the acts of the state legislature to build democracy at the grass root level. It is entrusted with rural development and was constitutionalized through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. REGISTER & DISCUSS… Continue reading

Constitution of USA: Features, Comparison with Indian + other constitutions

Salient Features of American Constitution While American Constitution is the shortest (of any major government in the world) and the first written constitution, India’s Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the World. American Constitution is a very rigid constitution consisting of only Seven Articles and twenty-seven amendments, so far. Originally, the India Constitution consisted… Continue reading

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