Mains Answer Writing 19-December-2023 Q1) With help of a neat diagram, describe the general atmospheric circulation. Highlight the factors that affect the movement of winds on earth? ANSWER The general atmospheric circulation refers to the large-scale movement of air in the Earth’s atmosphere. It is driven by differences in temperature and pressure between different regions…
Article 340 of Indian Constitution Article 340 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to appoint a commission to investigate the conditions and difficulties of backward classes. This provision underscores the nation’s commitment to identifying and addressing the socio-economic challenges faced by these groups, thereby promoting equitable social justice and inclusion. Original Text of Article…
Indian Express 19- December-2023 1. A climate for change Topic: GS3 – Environment This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of Climate Change Mitigation and Renewable Energy. Context: Recent international gatherings, such as COP28 in Dubai, have brought attention to the necessity of a worldwide…
The Hindu Editorial 19-December-2023 1. A blow for the rights of the legislature, in law making Topic: GS2 – Indian polity- Executive- Governor Crucial for UPSC mains as it covers constitutional nuances, federal principles, Governor’s powers, and the legal intricacies of bill assent. Context: In a landmark judgment, CJI Chandrachud creatively interprets Article 200, limiting Governor’s…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 19-December -2023 1. STEPS TAKEN TO INCREASE STEEL PRODUCTION IN THE COUNTRY. Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Mobilisation of Resources Importance of this topic lies in its multidimensional nature – encompassing economic development, governance, trade policies, environmental sustainability. Context: The article highlights government measures to boost steel production, covering policies like DMI&SP…
Daily Current Affairs 19-December-2023 1. New Parliament, new record: 78 Opp MPs suspended, highest in a day; total now 92 Topic: GS2 – Polity This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of rules for the Suspension of MPs. Context: The maximum number of Opposition Members…
12 Schedule of Indian Constitution Intro: The 12th schedule of the Indian Constitution, added by the 74th Amendment in 1992, outlines the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Municipalities are expected to perform, aimed at bolstering urban local self-governance. This schedule empowers urban local bodies to deal with functions ranging from urban planning, regulation of land…
11th Schedule of Indian Constitution (Article 243G) Agriculture, including agricultural extension. Land improvement, implementation of land reforms, land consolidation and soil conservation. Minor irrigation, water management and watershed development. Animal husbandry, dairying and poultry.  Social forestry and farm forestry. Minor forest produce. Small-scale industries, including food processing industries. Khadi, village and cottage industries. Rural…
Tenth Schedule of Indian Constitution Articles 102(2) and 191(2) Provisions as to disqualification on ground of defection 1.Interpretation. —In this Schedule, unless the context otherwise requires,— “House” means either House of Parliament or the Legislative Assembly or, as the case may be, either House of the Legislature of a State; “legislature party”, in relation to…
9th Schedule of Indian Constitution (Article 31B) The Bihar Land Reforms Act, 1950 (Bihar Act XXX of 1950). The Bombay Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act, 1948 (Bombay Act LXVII of 1948). The Bombay Maleki Tenure Abolition Act, 1949 (Bombay Act LXI of 1949). The Bombay Taluqdari Tenure Abolition Act, 1949 (Bombay Act LXII of 1949)….