Notes and Study material for Exams
Indian economy has come a long way since independence. From socialist pattern to liberalised era it , from being agrarian to service oriented economy it has seen many ups and downs. The basic features of Indian economy are enumerated as follows: India is a developing economy with low per capita income. Current Per capita income … Read more
Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana â Raftaar (RKVY-RAFTAAR): A Catalyst for Agricultural Transformation in India Introduction India, a nation heavily reliant on agriculture, faces the daunting task of feeding a rapidly growing population while ensuring the well-being of its farmers. The Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), launched in 2007, aimed to address this challenge by providing … Read more
Geo-political and Strategic development in South east Asia Over the past decade, Southeast Asia’s economic and geopolitical profile in the world has risen dramatically. Its US$2.5 trillion economy is a rare bright spot for global Growth. In global international relations, it has assumed a remarkable degree of centrality due to the increasingly integrated Association of … Read more
The Lokpal & Lokayuktas Act: A Comprehensive Overview The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, is a landmark legislation in India aimed at combating corruption and ensuring accountability within the government. This act establishes independent institutions, the Lokpal at the national level and Lokayuktas at the state level, to investigate and prosecute corruption cases involving public … Read more
Mission Sagar: India’s Outreach in the Indian Ocean Region Introduction The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) holds immense strategic and economic significance for India. As a maritime nation with a long coastline and vital trade routes traversing the IOR, India has a vested interest in ensuring the region’s stability, security, and prosperity. In recent years, India … Read more
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme: Boosting India’s Export Competitiveness Introduction India’s export sector plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth, generating employment, and fostering technological advancements. However, the country faces stiff competition in the global market, often hampered by high input costs and complex tax structures. To address these … Read more
India China Relations: Ladakh Conflict For more than 100 days, tensions have been high between India and China along their disputed Himalayan border. This tension has been most acute in eastern Ladakh, where, in mid-June, 20 Indian soldiers and an unspecified number of Chinese soldiers were killed in the Galwan Valley, the first fatalities along … Read more
Rajasthan State Sports Council The Rajasthan State Sports Council is a registered institution under the Rajasthan Institution Registration Act, 1958, which is the apex body for the development of sports in the state under the control of the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports in the state. After the establishment, the Sports Council has played … Read more
The Kushanas: Short introduction In the early 2nd century BC, a tribe on the Central Asian frontier of China called Hsiung-nu defeated a neighboring one known as Yueh-chih. After more conflict, the survivors of the Yueh-chih were dislocated west, passing down the Ili river valley and along the southern shore of lake Issyk … Read more
State Cooperative Banks: Pillars of Rural Development and Financial Inclusion State Cooperative Banks (SCBs) play a crucial role in India’s financial landscape, particularly in rural areas. They act as the backbone of the cooperative banking structure, connecting rural communities with the formal financial system. This article delves into the history, structure, functions, challenges, and future … Read more