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The backbone of the rebellions, their mass base and striking power came from the rack-rented peasants, ruined artisans and demobilized soldiers CAUSES The major cause of the civil rebellions was the rapid changes the British introduced in the economy, administration and land revenue system. The revenues were enhanced by increasing taxes. Thousands of zamindars and … Read more
The Evolving Landscape of Secularism: From Separation to Inclusivity Secularism, a concept often misunderstood and debated, has become a defining feature of modern societies. It signifies a separation of state and religion, promoting a neutral public sphere where individuals are free to practice their faith without state interference. However, the meaning and application of secularism … Read more
Pscnotes wishes good luck to all aspirants for Civil Services Prelims Exam 2019. You have worked very hard and will surely succeed to next phase of exam i.e. Mains. Our final tip is to sleep well prior to exam, stay calm and have special Focus On none /not/ neither in questions. Hardness and ease of … Read more
Contribution of early nationalists Early nationalists believed that a direct struggle for the political emancipation of the country was not yet on the agenda of history. On agenda was: Creation of public interest in political questions and the organization of public opinion Popular demands had to be formulated on a country-wide basis National unity had … Read more
Provincial LC enlarged. More elected members Dyarchy Some subjects were reserved and remained under the direct control of the Governor; others such as Education, public Health and local self-government were called transferred subjects and were to be controlled by the ministers responsible to the legislature. At the centre, there were two houses of legislature. Response … Read more
Social movement Social movement, loosely organized but sustained campaign in support of a social goal, typically either the implementation or the prevention of a change in Society’s structure or values. Although social movements differ in size, they are all essentially collective. That is, they result from the more or less spontaneous coming together … Read more
Navigating the Labyrinth: A Comprehensive Guide to Joint State Public Service Commissions The intricate world of public utilities is often shrouded in complexity, with regulations, oversight, and governance structures varying significantly across jurisdictions. In the United States, a unique and often overlooked entity plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and reliable delivery of … Read more
Direct Action Day (1946) Direct Action Day hartal called by the Muslim League on August 16, 1946 to get rid of ‘British slavery and contemplated future caste-Hindu domination’. The backdrop of the Direct Action Day was not only the Muslim League’s acceptance of the cabinet mission plan, but also the loss of face … Read more
The Role of Civil Services in Democracy: Guardians of the People’s Will Democracy, a system of governance where power resides with the people, thrives on the principle of accountability and responsiveness. While elected representatives are the immediate voice of the people, the machinery of governance, the civil services, play a crucial role in translating the … Read more
Politics of sub-Regionalism and pressure groups in the Himachal Pradesh:- A sub-region refers to a small area within a region. Due to various factors, the people of a sub-region feel that they possess a distinct identity. A movement for the separation of that sub-region from a state or for the redressal of grievances in the … Read more