Lokpal of India The Lokpal (literally means the protector of the people) is an anti-corruption institution that investigates complaints of corruption against public officials. The institution of the Ombudsman was first contemplated in the 1960s to root out corruption in public offices. In 1963, during the Lok Sabha discussion on the Demands for Grants of…
National Commission for Backward Classes The term Other backward class denotes the castes that are educationally or socially backward or disadvantaged (other than scheduled castes and scheduled tribes). The backwards classes account for around 52% of the total population as per the Mandal Commission report, 1980. Constitution of National Commission for Backward Classes Since Independence,…
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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,…
