Month: September 2024
Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY): A Model Village Initiative
Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY): A Model Village Initiative Introduction The Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY), launched in 2014, is a flagship program of the Government of India aimed at transforming villages into model villages. This initiative encourages Members of Parliament (MPs) to adopt villages and work towards their holistic development. The program emphasizes a … Read more
Airports
Airports are places where people and goods can travel between aircraft and the ground. They are typically located near major population centers and serve as a hub for air travel. Airports can be divided into two main categories: commercial and general aviation. Commercial airports are used for passenger and cargo flights, while general aviation airports … Read more
Anglo-French Rivalry
A Century of Conflict: The Anglo-French Rivalry The history of Europe is intricately woven with the tapestry of conflict and cooperation between its major powers. Among these, the Anglo-French rivalry stands out as a defining force, shaping the political landscape, economic development, and cultural identity of both nations for centuries. This rivalry, fueled by a … Read more
Prakrit
The Enduring Legacy of Prakrit: A Journey Through the Languages of Ancient India Prakrit, a term encompassing a diverse group of languages spoken in ancient India, holds a pivotal position in the history of the Indo-Aryan language family. While often overshadowed by its more famous descendant, Sanskrit, Prakrit played a crucial role in shaping the … Read more
Functions and Role of NDC, Planning Commission.
The principal function of planning, especially in a federal system, is to evolve a shared vision of and commitment to the national objectives and development strategy not only in the government at all levels, but also among all other economic agents. NITI Aayog acts as the quintessential platform of the Government of India to bring … Read more
Impact of World Wars
First World War Background It was a result of growing inter-imperialist rivalries, growing chauvinism, antagonism and conflicts within Europe, formation of alliances and secret pacts, growing militarization, feverish preparations for war, were some of the marked features that harbingered war. There had been a number of crises which were temporarily resolved, but led to deep … Read more
Pigovian tax
The Pigovian Tax: A Tool for Balancing Externalities and Market Efficiency Introduction The invisible hand of the market, while often lauded for its efficiency in allocating resources, can sometimes fail to account for the full costs and benefits of economic activities. This failure arises from the presence of externalities, which are costs or benefits imposed … Read more
Social Reform Measures By British Government
Social reform measures by British Government (1828 to 1857) Hinduism in particular had become a compound of magic, animism, and superstitions. The abominable rites like animal sacrifice and physical torture had replaced the worship of God. The priests exercised an overwhelming and unhealthy influence on the mind of people. The faithful lived in … Read more