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Rahul Raj INFRASTRUCTURE and capacity, fostering digital inclusion and economic Growth. Organizing conferences and events: The ITU hosts major international conferences and events, bringing together experts, policymakers, and Industry leaders to discuss and address key issues in the ICT sector. Providing technical assistance: The ITU provides technical assistance to countries in areas such as Network planning, spectrum … Read more
The Environment Protection Act is an important legislation that provides for coordination of activities of the various regulatory agencies, creation of authorities with adequate powers for environmental protection, regulation of the discharge of environmental pollutants, handling of hazardous substances, etc. The Act provided an opportunity to extend legal protection to non-forest habitats (‘Ecologically Sensitive Areas’) … Read more
The Financial Landscape of Indian Parliamentarians: Salaries, Allowances, and the Debate on Transparency The Indian Parliament, the legislative body of the world’s largest democracy, plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s destiny. Its members, elected by the people, are entrusted with the responsibility of formulating laws, scrutinizing government policies, and representing the voices of … Read more
INFRASTRUCTURE projects, and defense spending. Net Exports (NX): This represents the difference between exports (goods and services sold to foreigners) and imports (goods and services purchased from foreigners). Table 1: Components of GDP (Expenditure Approach) Component Description Consumption (C) Spending by households on goods and services Investment (I) Spending by businesses on fixed assets and … Read more
The Citizenship Act, 1955: A Foundation for Indian Citizenship The Citizenship Act, 1955, is a cornerstone of Indian law, defining the criteria for acquiring and losing Indian citizenship. This legislation, enacted shortly after India’s independence, aimed to establish a clear and comprehensive framework for citizenship in a newly formed nation. This article delves into the … Read more
The Environment Protection Act is an important legislation that provides for coordination of activities of the various regulatory agencies, creation of authorities with adequate powers for environmental protection, regulation of the discharge of environmental pollutants, handling of hazardous substances, etc. The Act provided an opportunity to extend legal protection to non-forest habitats (‘Ecologically Sensitive Areas’) … Read more
Understanding the Components of the Capital Account: A Comprehensive Guide The capital account, a crucial component of a nation’s balance of payments, reflects the flow of funds related to investments and changes in ownership of assets. It captures the transactions that alter a country’s net worth, encompassing both financial and non-financial assets. This article delves … Read more
Later Vedic Period The period that followed Rig Vedic Age is known as Later Vedic Age. This age witnessed the composition of three later Veda Samhitas namely, the Samveda Samhita, the Yajurveda Samhita, the Atharvaveda Samhita as well as Brahmanas and the Upanishads of all the four Vedas and later on the two great Epics—the … Read more