GoI (Government of India) Act 1935 was the result of the Third Round Table Conference (RTC), held in November 1932. The third RTC was held again without the participation of Congress. The British parliament enacted the GoI Act in 1935, and it went into effect in 1937. It was based on a report … [Read more...] about GoI Act 1935: Features and Limitations
GoI Act 1919: Montagu-Chelmsford Reform
The GoI (Government of India) Act 1919 was an act of the British Parliament which was first announced in 1918. In 1917, for the first time, the British Government declared that its objective was to gradually introduce reforms and responsible government in India, but as an integral part of the … [Read more...] about GoI Act 1919: Montagu-Chelmsford Reform
Cybercrime Against Women
What is cybercrime and how has cybercrime against women risen over the years? What are the reasons for an increase in cybercrime? Check all the information in this article. The expansion of the Internet and the products, services, and applications available on it is empowering citizens and … [Read more...] about Cybercrime Against Women
ONOF: One Nation One Fertilizer
The ‘One Nation, One Fertiliser’ (ONOF) scheme or the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Urvarak Pariyojana was launched during PM Kisan Samman Sammelan 2022. The scheme was launched by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers. Under the scheme “Single Brand for Fertilisers and Logo” is … [Read more...] about ONOF: One Nation One Fertilizer
Emergency Provisions: Everything You Need to Know
Article 352 to 360 of the Indian constitution deals with the provisions/rules related to the emergency, that enable the central government to meet any abnormal situation effectively. In a certain situation, to safeguard the sovereignty, unity, integrity, and security of the country and the … [Read more...] about Emergency Provisions: Everything You Need to Know
RAMP Scheme
The finance minister has announced the RAMP scheme in the Union Budget 2022-23. The scheme was launched by Government and supported by World Bank. RAMP is a program to revive the MSME industry, which was severely damaged by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is a part of "MSME Competitiveness: A … [Read more...] about RAMP Scheme
India-Bangladesh Relations
India-Bangladesh relations are age-old with historical and cultural implications. The Prime Minister of Bangladesh has recently visited India. Both the countries worked on various aspects and signed agreements like the Kushiyara River Water Agreement Maitree power plant, etc. The prime ministers … [Read more...] about India-Bangladesh Relations
GRAP: What is Revised Graded Response Action Plan?
Delhi’s air quality deteriorated to the “poor” category. Let's see how the revised GRAP will help in tackling the problem of air pollution. After the deterioration of the air quality of Delhi (NCR) and neighboring areas, a revised action plan for fighting air pollution came into force. The … [Read more...] about GRAP: What is Revised Graded Response Action Plan?
Manual Scavenging: Why It is Still Prevalent in India?
The practice of manual scavenging is banned in India, but still prevalent in many parts of the country. Manual scavenging, according to the UN India, is the act of manually cleaning, disposing of, or handling human excreta from sewers, septic tanks, and dry latrines. According to recent … [Read more...] about Manual Scavenging: Why It is Still Prevalent in India?
High Courts in India
For the first time, the Indian High Courts Act of 1861 establish the High Courts of Calcutta, Madras, and Bombay. Constitution has authorized the Parliament to establish a common high court for two or more States or for two or more states and union territories. This provision was added to the … [Read more...] about High Courts in India