Civil Services in India form the backbone of the administrative machinery, playing a critical role in policy implementation, governance, and service delivery across the central, state, and local levels. Recruited through competitive examinations like the UPSC and State Public Service Commissions, civil servants ensure continuity in administration and act as a bridge between the government…
E-Governance refers to the application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) by the government to deliver services, exchange information, and interact with citizens, businesses, and other arms of government. It aims to enhance the quality of governance by making it more efficient, transparent, accountable, and citizen-friendly. The concept of e-governance goes beyond merely computerizing government…
It aims to empower citizens by making public institutions more transparent, efficient, and accountable. The Charter acts as a tool for ensuring that citizens know their entitlements and can demand timely and quality services from the government. Introduced in India in 1997 as part of the administrative reforms, the Citizen’s Charter seeks to make governance…
Transparency and accountability are the cornerstones of good governance, ensuring that government institutions function efficiently, ethically, and in the best interest of citizens. Transparency refers to open access to government decisions, policies, and data, allowing citizens to scrutinize public actions. Accountability ensures that public officials, policymakers, and institutions are answerable for their decisions and can…
The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, empowers Indian citizens to seek information from public authorities, promoting transparency and accountability in governance. It mandates timely disclosure of government records, making it a powerful tool to curb corruption and enhance public trust. The law applies to all levels of government, including central, state, and local bodies,…
Governance is the foundation of a well-functioning state, ensuring effective decision-making, policy implementation, and citizen participation. Unlike mere administration, governance is a dynamic process that involves multiple stakeholders, including the government, private sector, and civil society. In India, governance has evolved from ancient times, shaped by historical, political, and economic changes. Modern governance emphasizes transparency,…
West Asia is a part of India’s extended neighbourhood. India has enjoyed exceptionally close historic and civilizational ties with West Asia. Centuries-old bilateral trade had benefited both sides greatly as it enhanced their knowledge and understanding of each other. India-West Asia Relations – Background For decades, India was a passive player in West Asia –…
Latin America denotes the region south of the United States i.e., Mexico, the Caribbean Islands, and South America. The name is given since the dominant languages spoken in the region are derived from Latin. Around 60% of the population speaks Spanish, and 30% speaks Portuguese. The region occupies almost 13% of the earth’s land surface….
India and Russia have maintained a consistently warm and cooperative relationship, unaffected by shifts in Indian politics or changes within the Russian Federation. “For us, Russia is a valued partner, a time-tested partner. It is a relationship from which both India and Russia have benefited enormously,” Foreign Minister Jaishankar said during his latest visit to…
Partnership between India and the USA strengthened in the 21st century with shared values and converging interests. In the year 2005, the two countries signed the ‘Strategic Partnership’ agreement. After 15 years, the two nations signed the ‘Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership’ partnership in 2020, which contributed to Indo-US relations. This manifests itself in many ways,…
