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Q1) What are the criteria used to identify tribals in India? Assess the efforts made towards the integration of tribal communities after independence. ANSWER In India, the criteria used to identify tribal communities are based on anthropological, socio-cultural and development factors. These factors have been decided by the Government of India on the basis of…
Indian Express 12- January-2024 1. THE SECOND CHANCE Topic: GS2 – Polity – Executive This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of legal aspects related to remission, emphasizing the role of the Supreme Court and the appropriate authority for deciding remission applications. Context: The remission…
Daily Current Affairs 12 -January-2024 1. Mumbai Trans Harbour Link Inaugurated: A Gateway to Connectivity and Economic Growth Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy- Infrastructure This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of economic implications, connectivity benefits, and challenges related to toll costs and accessibility. Context:…
The Hindu Editorial 12-January-2024 1. The power to disqualify should be in independent hands. Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Indian Constitution – Significant provisions This article is crucial for UPSC aspirants as it covers a significant political development, highlighting constitutional and legal aspects. Context: The article discusses Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar’s controversial ruling on…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 12-January -2024 1. DoT Takes pro-active measures in preventing cyber frauds. Topic: GS3 – Internal Security – Basics of cyber security UPSC candidates must grasp the significance of DoT’s proactive measures to combat telecom fraud, emphasizing citizen awareness and cybersecurity vigilance. Context: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) warns citizens of a phone scam…
Linguistic minorities are groups of people who live in the territory of India or any part thereof and have a distinct language or script. The Word linguistic minorities have not been defined in the Constitution of India. However, Linguistic minorities can be understood as any group or groups of people whose mother tongues are distinct…
The National Commission for SCs is an Indian constitutional body established under Article 338 to safeguard Schedule Tribes and Anglo-Indian Communities against exploitation and protect and promote their interests. What is Schedule Caste? The term “scheduled caste” was coined by the Simon Commission (1927). This term first time appeared in the Government of India Act,…
National Commission For Scheduled Tribes The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) was added to the Constitution under Article 338A by the 89th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003, to safeguard the rights of the Scheduled Tribes. Scheduled Tribes: Under Article 366, the Constitution prescribes that scheduled Tribes are such Tribes or tribal communities as are given…
Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) Article 148 of the Indian Constitution provides for the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG). It acts as the custodian of the public funds, overseeing the entire financial framework of the country at both levels- the Centre and the State. Exercise of financial control…