Central Information Commission, Composition, Power & Function

May 17, 2023

Central Information Commission The Right to Information Act of 2005 established the Central Information Commission (CIC), an impartial organization. The commission looks into grievances and appeals against government agencies, public sector businesses, financial institutions, and other organizations operating in Union territories. For India’s democracy and effective government to function, it is a crucial authority. The …

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Editorial of the Day: As President, India can guide G20’s Disaster Management Initiatives (Indian Express)

May 17, 2023

Context: The article is discussing the role of India as the president of the G20 in guiding the organization’s disaster management initiatives. It highlights the importance of prioritising disaster risk financing within the G20 to translate good intentions into investment opportunities. The G20, under India’s presidency, has established a new working group on disaster risk …

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Case Study of the Day: Kutumba: Social Protection Cum Entitlement Management System

May 17, 2023

Introduction Kutumba, translating to “family” in Kannada, is an IT-based platform for improving ease of access to government benefits to the poor, bringing about inclusive growth. It aims to streamline the delivery of various social welfare benefits to the citizens. The system leverages technology to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the distribution process. Objectives …

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History of Sikkim’s Integration into India

May 17, 2023

Context: Sikkim day is annually celebrated on May 16, recalling the history of the former kingdom’s integration with India in 1975. Background: Sikkim’s history with the Chogyal Royals The kingdom of Sikkim was established in 1642, when, according to one account, three Tibetan lamas consecrated Phuntsong Namgyal as the first ruler or Chogyal of Sikkim. …

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Regionalism: Demand For Kuki Homeland

May 17, 2023

Context: The recent clashes between Manipur’s Kuki-Zomi tribes and the majority Meitei community, has resulted in a number of casualties. More on the News Following the clashes, the Kuki-Zomi Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Manipur have demanded a separate administration under the Constitution. Despite emphasizing on the protection of Manipur’s territorial integrity, the …

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Current Affairs 17th May 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam

May 17, 2023

Current Affairs 17th May 2023 for UPSC Prelims Exam Union Public Service Commission Context: Manoj Soni has been sworn in as the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). About Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) History: Post Lord Macaulay’s Report of the Select Committee of British Parliament, the concept of a merit based modern …

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The Hindu Newspaper Analysis 17 May 2023

May 17, 2023

The Hindu Newspaper Analysis for UPSC The Hindu Newspaper Analysis 16 May 2023 A tribal council’s order not to issue a Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate to any Khasi person who adopts the surname of her or his father has triggered a war of words in matrilineal Meghalaya. The Khasis, numbering about 1.39 lakh, are one …

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डेली करंट अफेयर्स for UPSC – 16 May 2023

May 16, 2023

डेली करंट अफेयर्स फॉर UPSC 2023 in Hindi प्रश्न आधार-सक्षम भुगतान सेवाओं (AePS) के बारे में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही नहीं है? एईपीएस बिक्री के समय ऑनलाइन वित्तीय लेनदेन की अनुमति देता है। यह केवल आधार संख्या का उपयोग करके धन हस्तांतरण की अनुमति देता है। एईपीएस ग्राहकों को इंट्राबैंक फंड ट्रांसफर …

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Daily Current Affairs for UPSC – 16 May 2023

May 16, 2023

Daily Current Affairs for UPSC 2023 Q) Which one of the following statements is not correct about Aadhaar-enabled Payment Services (AePS)? AePS allows online financial transactions at the point of sale. It allows fund transfers using only the Aadhaar number. AePS enables customers to make intrabank fund transfers. It removes the need for bank account …

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State Information Commission, Function, Power & Removal

May 16, 2023

State Information Commission Under the terms of the Right to Information Act of 2005, the state government formed the State Information Commission, a quasi-judicial entity. As a result, official gazette notifications were used to establish State Information Commissions in each state. The State Information Commission is an important part of Indian Polity which an important …

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