Notes and Study material for Exams
The Government of India Act, 1935: A Landmark in the Evolution of Indian Governance The Government of India Act, 1935, stands as a pivotal landmark in the history of British India. This complex and multifaceted legislation, enacted by the British Parliament, aimed to introduce a significant degree of self-governance to India while maintaining ultimate control … Read more
Constitution Constitution is the fundamental law of a country which ordains the fundamental principles on which the government (or the governance) of that country is based. It lays down the framework and principal functions of various organs of the government as well as the modalities of interaction between the government and its citizens. With the … Read more
Human Rights Commission Establishment of Human Right Commission The National Human Rights Commission is a statutory (and not a constitutional) body. It was established in 1993 under a legislation enacted by the Parliament, namely, The Protection Of Human Rights Act, 1993. This Act was amended in 2006. The commission is the watchdog of human rights … Read more
The Statue of Equality: A Monument to Ramanuja’s Vision of Inclusivity The Statue of Equality, a towering 216-foot bronze monument dedicated to the 11th-century Vaishnava philosopher and social reformer Ramanuja, stands as a testament to his enduring legacy and a beacon of inclusivity in the modern world. Inaugurated in February 2022 in Hyderabad, India, the … Read more
Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme: Spearheading India’s Manufacturing Revolution Introduction India, with its burgeoning population and rapidly growing economy, is poised to become a global manufacturing powerhouse. To achieve this ambitious goal, the government has launched several initiatives, one of the most prominent being the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme. This scheme, launched in 2020, … Read more
Temple Architecture and Sculpture â Part III: The Evolution of Form and Meaning This article delves into the fascinating world of temple architecture and sculpture, exploring the evolution of form and meaning across various cultures and periods. We will examine how these structures and their adornments reflected the beliefs, rituals, and artistic sensibilities of different … Read more
QUAD and Malabar 2020 The first phase of the Malabar naval exercises is currently underway off the coast of Vishakhapatnam in the Bay of Bengal and there has been much enthusiasm and anticipation around it this year. The excitement is largely because for the first time the Malabar Exercise will see the participation of India, … Read more
