Right to Information Act, 2005 “Where a society has chosen to accept democracy as its creedal faith, it is elementary that the citizens ought to know what their government is doing.” – Justice P N Bhagwati “Information is the currency of democracy,” – Thomas Jefferson Right to Information Act, 2005 The Right to Information (RTI)… Continue reading Right to Information

Social audit is a collaborative process in which the public, particularly the beneficiaries, actively participate in evaluating the performance of government programs and projects. This form of audit allows people to directly assess and oversee the effectiveness of governmental initiatives, together with the administration Evolution of Social Audit in India: Objectives of Social Audit Principles… Continue reading Social Audit

Transparency and Accountability: [2021] An independent and empowered social audit mechanism is an absolute must in every sphere of public service, including the judiciary, to ensure performance, accountability, and ethical conduct. Elaborate. [2020] “Recent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have a profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commission”.… Continue reading Transparency and Accountability

Previous Year Questions [2023] Discuss the contribution of civil society groups for women’s effective and meaningful participation and representation in state legislatures in India.  [2022] Do you agree with the view that increasing dependence on donor agencies for development reduces the importance of community participation in the development process? Justify your answer.  [2021] Can Civil… Continue reading Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs)

Disaster Disaster Management: The term “disaster” comes from the French word “Desastre,” a combination of ‘des’ meaning bad, and ‘aster’ meaning star, implying ‘Bad or Evil star.’ According to the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Disaster is a serious disruption of the functioning of a community or a society at any scale… Continue reading Disaster Management

Urbanisation is important in UPSC CSE Mains due to its impact on economic growth, social dynamics, and governance challenges. It underscores the need for sustainable urban planning, infrastructure development, and equitable resource distribution to manage its complex implications effectively. Questions in UPSC CSE (Mains) from this theme Sub-themes In line with the trends of the… Continue reading URBANISATION AND ASSOCIATED ISSUES

Skill development is a critical topic in UPSC CSE Mains due to its role in enhancing economic productivity, fostering inclusive growth, and addressing social inequalities. Effective policies in these areas are essential for equipping the workforce with relevant skills, promoting entrepreneurship, and empowering marginalised communities, thereby contributing to India’s overall development agenda. Questions in UPSC… Continue reading SKILL DEVELOPMENT IN INDIA

Present Status Challenges in School Education Steps Taken Way Forward Higher Education in India Present Status Issues Steps Taken Government Bodies Way Forward Teacher Education in India Present Status Issues Steps Taken Way Forward These structured steps and measures are essential to revamp the ecosystem of teacher education, ensuring quality education through well-trained, accountable, and… Continue reading School, Higher & Teacher Education in India