Notes and Study material for Exams
What is an Oligarchy? An oligarchy is a form of government in which a small group of people holds power. The word oligarchy comes from the Greek words oligos, meaning “few,” and arkhein, meaning “to rule.” Oligarchies can be found in many different types of societies, including democracies, republics, and monarchies. In some cases, oligarchs … Read more
The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 is an Act of the Parliament of India that deals with corruption. The Act was enacted to prevent corruption in public life and to provide for the punishment of those who are guilty of corruption. The Act defines corruption as “the abuse of public office for private gain”. It … Read more
The Finance Commission is an independent body constituted by the President of India to review the financial relations between the Union and the States. It is a constitutional body, and its recommendations are binding on the Union and the States. The Finance Commission was first constituted in 1951, and it has been constituted every five … Read more
The Gujarat and Bihar Movements were two major social movements that took place in India in the early 2000s. The Gujarat Movement was a campaign for social justice and equality for the Dalits, while the Bihar Movement was a campaign for land rights for the peasants. Both movements were successful in achieving some of their … Read more
Conflict with Judiciary The conflict between the executive and the judiciary is a long-standing one that has been exacerbated in recent years. The executive branch has increasingly sought to encroach on the power of the judiciary, while the judiciary has resisted these efforts. This conflict has had a number of negative consequences, including undermining the … Read more