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Breach of Privileges – Karnataka Assembly verdict on Journalists
Facts of the case : Karnataka Assembly Speaker KB Koliwad sentenced two editors of Kannada tabloids to one year imprisonment and slapped them with a fine of Rs 10,000 each for defamatory articles under its power to punish breach of privileges. The articles concerned were published in “Hi Bangalore” and “Yelahanka Voice” which were referred […]
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India – Bhutan Relations – Infographics 2017
India Bhutan relations are of key importance in shaping Indias foreign policy . Soon after taking up his office, Mr Modi made his maiden visit to Bhutan. This visit is of quite a relevance as Bhutan is a state that is strategically important to India due to its location, acting as a buffer state between […]
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Gorkhaland Issue and Fissiparous tendencies
The demand for a separate Gorkhaland has once again came into blaze with the Mamata government’s order to make Bengali language mandatory in elementary schools of State of West Bengal. Background of the Movement Historical reasons: Darjeeling, has a mixed tradition that was derived from Sikkim, Bhutan and Nepal and later from British, who introduced […]
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GM mustard – Dhara mustard Hybrid
The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC), India’s apex regulator for genetically modified seeds, cleared GM mustard for environmental release and use in farmer fields. Here is all you want to know about GM mustard What is GM mustard or Dhara Mustard Hybrid – 11? DMH 11 is genetically modified mustard which has been developed by […]
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HOW TO READ THE HINDU FOR UPSC CIVIL SERVICES EXAMINATION?
The role of The Hindu in UPSC Civil Services Examination is undeniable. People often wonder what makes The Hindu so important for UPSC exams. The answer for this might be the rationality in the content. The Hindu, primarily focuses upon “sense” not “sensation” and here the emphasis is clearly on “news” or may be as […]
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10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT UPSC CIVIL SERVICES NOTIFICATION 2017
UPSC has released the notification for the annual Civil Services examination 2017. Here are the things you must look out for in the UPSC Civil Services notification 2017. Where do I find the notification? You need to visit the official website of UPSC at www.upsc.gov.in to find the notification regarding Civil Services Examination 2017. […]
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India – China Relations – Infographics 2017
India -China relations are given highest priority by India in its international relations ,which is reflected today by regular exchanges at the highest level, sustained political dialogue on all outstanding issues, rapidly expanding economic relations and increasing cooperation on a growing number of regional and international issues. Historical Timeline in Indo-China Relations India established diplomatic relations […]
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The Best 5 Free Mock Test for UPSC Prelims – 2017
If you are looking for the best free mock test for UPSC prelims 2017 ,look no further, we present you with 5 free mock tests on the core areas of Civil Services preparation. We all know that only practice will make a man perfect and procrastination leads to apathy. Civil Services exam is all about […]
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Universal Basic Income
What is universal basic income? Universal Basic Income is a form of social security paid to individuals, not households, and it is paid to everyone. That’s how it becomes universal. It can be paid in kind (such as food or services) or in vouchers or can be a direct transfer into bank accounts to help […]
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Chapter 01- Economic Outlook and Policy Challenges – Highlights of Economic Survey 2016-17
Economic Outlook and Policy Challenges Briefly on the chapter: The Economic Survey of 2014-15 spoke about the sweet spot for the Indian economy that could launch India onto a trajectory of sustained growth of 8-10 percent. The “Sweet Spot” mentioned in 2014-15 aroused out of the following factors: A Strong Political Mandate the Modi government […]
