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Administrative Reforms in India including various important Commissions and committees.
Why is Administrative Reforms needed? Technological change Advances in industrialisation Growth in the number and complexity of governmental activities Changes in social, political and economic spheres of life All above have created extraordinary strains on the traditional machinery of the government Obsolescence of institutions, roles, procedures and processes in the government What are ways through … Read more Administrative Reforms in India including various important Commissions and committees.
05.09.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND Uttarakhand school teachers want ‘Transfer Act’ as Teachers’ Day gift Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh in 2000 but, 17 years later, still does not have a ‘Transfer Act’ for school teachers, who have alleged that the current transfer policy has many loopholes and scope for discrepancies. The best gift this Teachers’ Day, they … Read more 05.09.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
GRASSLAND ECOSYTEM
found where rainfall is about 25-75 cm per year, not enough to support a forest, but more than that of a true desert. vegetation formations that are generally found in temperate climates. In India, they are found mainly in the high Himalayas. The rest of India’s grasslands aremainly composed of steppes and savannas. Steppe … Read more GRASSLAND ECOSYTEM
Constitutional Development & Indian Constitution
Making of the constitution 1934: Idea of constituent assembly put forward by M N Roy 1935: INC officially demands constituent assembly 1938: JL Nehru’s declaration on the constitution of India 1940: Nehru’s demand accepted in the form of August Offer August Offer PM: Winston Churchill While rejecting INCs demand for independence of India after the … Read more Constitutional Development & Indian Constitution
Administrative Organization of the British
Army Army fulfilled four important functions: Instrument to conquer Indian powers Defended the British Empire in India against foreign rivals Safe-guarded against internal revolt Chief instrument for extending and defending the British Empire in Asia and Africa. Bulk of the army consisted of Indians. In 1857, of the total strength of 311400, about 265900 were … Read more Administrative Organization of the British
26.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND Uttarakhand among 3 best states awarded for cultural presentations ahead of R-Day Uttarakhand featured among the three top states which were awarded for cultural presentations made by artists who are a part of their respective state’s tableau for the Republic Day parade. A communique from the state government said that the … Read more 26.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
21.10.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND PM makes strong pitch for tourism in Uttarakhand PM Narendra Modi during his visit to Kedarnath made a strong pitch for tourism in Uttarakhand, saying that the Himalayan state has much to offer for those interested in spiritual pursuits, nature lovers as well as adventure seekers. Pointing out the “immense benefits … Read more 21.10.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
ANALOGY LEVEL 1
When you draw an analogy between two things we compare them for the purpose of explanation. If a scientist says that earth’s forest functions as human lungs then we instantly draw an explanation that both lungs and trees intake important elements from air. As far as SSC exam is concerned this is one of … Read more ANALOGY LEVEL 1
Meaning of Economic and Social Development. Human Development Index (HDI)and Human Poverty Index (HPI).
Human development is a process of enlarging people’s choices. The most critical ones are to lead a long and healthy life, to be educated and to enjoy a decent standard of living. Additional choices include political freedom, guaranteed human rights and self-respect.Human development has to be development of the people, by the people, for the … Read more Meaning of Economic and Social Development. Human Development Index (HDI)and Human Poverty Index (HPI).