Air pollution is one of the biggest global environmental challenges of today. A time bound national level strategy for pan India implementation to tackle the increasing air pollution problem across the country in a comprehensive manner in the form of National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) was launched by Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate […]
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MY FAVOURITE BOOK
There are numerous books which leave an ever lasting impression on us. The significance of books in the lives of humans is like oxygen for the intellect. They shape our minds and hone our skills. They uplift us and make us more productive. My favourite book, ‘Harry Potter’ by J.K. Rowling has had a similar […]
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JOY OF GIVING
Joy or happiness is a state of mind. It is a feeling that keeps people healthy and fit. There is a famous quote ‘The more you give of yourself, the more you find yourself.’ There are many reasons why giving is important. It is a way to show appreciation, to say thank you, or to […]
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Home Rule Movement
The years 1911 to 1914 saw the alienation of the Indian Muslim community from the British government due to the Balkan Wars against Turkey. So far as the Congress was concerned, it was following the usual constitutional policy. Though it did not feel satisfied with the Morley-Minto Reforms, it started working on those reforms under […]
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Constitution Of India
Government Of India Act, 1935 The Government of India Act, 1935 was passed in 1935 and came into operation on April 1, 1937. This Act provided for a federation for India in which the Indian States were to join the British India, and granted full provincial autonomy. The Act provided for the political separation of […]
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AGGRESSION IS THE BEST DEFENCE
Aggression is like a ‘fiery’ ploy, It can either light up or destroy! Human body secretes two types of saline liquids. Tears overflowing the eyelids of a person would dampen his face and evoke pity in the hearts of the people witnessing them. On the flip side, pearls of sweat streaking down the cheeks of […]
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You Are What You Think
Today, I am revealing a secret that has remained a ‘secret’ for thousands of years despite being enormously talked about. The secret is: You are what you think. In other words, it is the power of thought. It is a fascinating concept of how your mind shapes your reality. It is a journey of self-discovery […]
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Hone The Subtle Art Of Being Unconventional
After a few years of preparing for the Civil Services Examination, you must be familiar with the known ways of cracking this one of the toughest exams. You have zeroed in on your subjects. You have made notes or are in the process of making your notes on all necessary topics. You have devised ways […]
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URBAN-RURAL DIVIDE
In simple words, the glaring disparities in income distribution, consumption and quality of life between rural and urban India is known as rural-urban divide. There is a lack of livelihood opportunities, modern amenities and services, necessary for decent living in rural areas. There are huge differences in the availability of physical and social infrastructure in […]
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UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME : IS IT FEASIBLE?
Prof. V.P. Gupta, Director, Rau’s IAS Study Circle, New Delhi – Jaipur – Bengaluru This article caters to the Polity and Governance portion, Social Welfare, Economic Welfare of General Studies-Paper II & III and for Essay Paper in UPSC Main Examination. A referendum was carried out in Switzerland in 2016 wherein the people were asked […]