Enacted through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, the Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) embodies the principles of rural self-governance in India.
Ecology & Environment - General Studies
Wildlife Sanctuaries or Wildlife Refuges – UPSC Environment Notes
The Wild Life (Protection) Act of 1972 empowers the State Government to officially designate specific regions as wildlife sanctuaries, considering their ecological, geomorphological, and natural significance.
UPSC Mains
UPSC Mains – The Role of E-Governance in Enhancing Governance Efficiency, Transparency, and Accountability: Opportunities and Challenges (15M, 250 words)
E-governance leverages information and communication technology (ICT) to improve government services, information sharing, and transactions with citizens
UPSC Mains
UPSC Mains – Explore the responsibilities of the Vice-President of India in the capacity of the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. (10M, 150 words)
Article 64 of the Indian Constitution designates the Vice President as the ex officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, entrusting him with the guardianship
Reserved forests and protected forests differ in terms of government control and property rights. Reserved forests are under full government control, while in protected forests, the government retains only property rights.
UPSC Mains
UPSC Mains – How does the Election Commission of India fulfill its constitutional obligation to conduct impartial and transparent elections in the nation, and what obstacles does it confront? Evaluate. (10M, 150 words)
Endowed with the constitutional duty to ensure fair elections in India, the Election Commission of India (ECI) operates under the authority granted
In-situ conservation involves the preservation of an endangered plant or animal species within its natural habitat.
Q100. Among the following Tiger Reserves, which one has the largest area under “Critical Tiger Habitat”?
(a) Corbett
(b) Ranthambore
Q99. Consider the following statements:
Jet streams occur in the Northern Hemisphere only.
Only some cyclones develop an eye.
Q98. Consider the following statements:
36% of India’s districts are classified as “overexploited” or “critical” by the CentralGround Water Authority (CGWA).
