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  • [Day 29 | GS3] Target Mains: Answers

    GS III (Railways) (Hattrick)

    Do you think that tariff hike in fares can address the losses in railways? What are the reasons of these losses in railways and suggest solution to it?

  • [Day 29 | GS4] Target Mains: Answers

    GS IV (Ethics) (Hattrick)

    Do you think that use of drones in military purposes and attacks by it is ethically correct?

  • sir,I have a query.

    Extremely for erroneous writing.As per ncert std.11 chapter.4:-Veto power of President is Discretionary power of President & As per Laxmikant, there is no clearly mentioned. Plz resolve my doubly,sir.Thank you.

  • Basic economics

    Which ncerts are to be followed 9-11 or 10-12. The syllabus doesn’t include introductory microeconomics book of 12?

  • 15th Sept | News Round-up | Op-eds and News Stories

     

    Special category status to AP

    Classification of states in to special and general category was initiated by the planning commission based on the following criteria.

    1. Hilly and difficult terrain
    2. Low population density ‘ sizeable share of tribal population
    3. Strategic location along borders with neighbouring countries
    4. Economic and infrastructure backwardness
    5. Non viable state finances

    Special Category Status and States

    Special category status states used to get generous central assistance for plan purposes under the Gadgil Mukharjee formula. Here 30% of the assistance was earmarked to these states, 90% of it is given as a grant and 10% as loan.

    Another benefit is special category status states get income tax and excise duty exemptions on investments.

     

    12th finance commission has recommended for discontinuation of lending to the states by Centre and allowing them to borrow from the market.

    14th finance commission has done away with distinction between Plan and non plan grants given under the Gadgil Mukharjee formula for state plan schemes. It got subsumed under the formula for tax devolution and grants. So, the benefit of higher central assistance due to special category status does not exist.

     

    Issue of Andhra Pradesh

    Special category status  will not bring any special Benefits other than tax incentives. Central Government has already legislated the tax incentives in terms of additional investment allowance and accelerated depreciation.

     

    Letting Nepal Be

    Stable, strong and prosperous Nepal is in the best interests of India. India trying to interfere and micro manage the affairs of Nepal can increase the antagonism against India. So, India shall leave the constitutional and other questions of Nepal to its own People. India shall move towards the geo  physical sensitivity from  the geo strategic sensitivity. Nepal’s increasing connectivity with Tibetan Plateau can also benefit the Indian economy.

    Nepal’s Constitution & Emerging Developments

     

    Physically handicapped – competing for an equal word

    A sense of dignity can be brought into the lives of physically handicapped by recognising them as differently a led rather than as the disabled. Para Olympics is one such an event.

     

    NGO – Cash flow  to  NGOs  needs regulatory  law:  Apex  court

    In India definition of NGO is too vague and generalised. Only 1/10th of NGO file annual returns. In this context, Supreme Court suggested late commission to look in to the matter of having a regulatory law for NGOs.

    NGOs vs. GoI: The Conflicts and Scrutinies


    With inputs from CivilsPrep

  • Ppolitical science optional

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  • [Day 28 | GS1] Target Mains: Answers

    GS I (Women Empowerment) (Duplex)

    Despite the improvement in the condition of women empowerment, Indian women are still facing spousal violence by the hands of insecure family members and are forced to disown their properties. Discuss. What needs to be done ?

  • [Day 28 | GS2] Target Mains: Answers

    GS II (Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure) (Hattrick)


    India’s inter-state disparity is not just confined to income levels. The states diverge on several other economic, social and demographic indicators. Elucidate. What are the challenges to India in coming future?

  • [Day 28 | GS3] Target Mains: Answers

    GS III (Economic Development) (Hattrick)

    India is likely to post its first current account surplus in nine years, which should bolster the rupee though it is not a good sign for the economy as it reflects weak investment demand at home and subdued exportsCritically examine.

  • [Day 28 | GS4] Target Mains: Answers

    GS IV (Information sharing and transparency in government) (Duplex)

    Is the liquor ban is a good idea ? Discuss