GS Paper 2

  • List of Vice Presidents of India 1952-2025, Powers and Functions

    The Vice President of India holds a significant position in the country's political structure, and the role has evolved. Serving as the second-highest constitutional office, the Vice President’s responsibilities go beyond ceremonial duties, playing an essential part in the country's...

    Last updated on January 2nd, 2025 12:30 pm
  • President of India from 1947 to 2025, Name, Tenure and Powers

    The President of India is the head of state and the supreme commander of the Indian Armed Forces. Since the adoption of the Indian Constitution on January 26, 1950, the office of the President has played a crucial role in...

    Last updated on December 28th, 2024 06:20 pm
  • List of Prime Ministers of India 1947 to 2024, Current PM of India

    India’s journey as a democratic republic is deeply interwoven with the vision and leadership of its Prime Ministers. The Prime Minister, as the head of the government, plays a pivotal role in shaping India’s policies, steering economic growth, and representing...

    Last updated on December 27th, 2024 02:50 pm
  • Hindu Marriage Act 1955, Salient Features, Important Sections

    The Hindu Marriage Act governs marriages among Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs in India. It establishes legal procedures for solemnizing and registering marriages while defining the rights, duties, and grounds for divorce. This legislation plays a significant role in the...

    Last updated on December 21st, 2024 02:26 pm
  • National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Functions, Chairman

    Recently a high-power committee led by the Prime Minister met to select the next Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). The post of Chairperson has been vacant since Justice (Retd) Arun Kumar Mishra completed his tenure in June...

    Last updated on December 20th, 2024 05:52 pm
  • BR Ambedkar Death Anniversary, Biography, Legacy, Contribution

    Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, fondly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was one of the most influential leaders in Indian history. Known for his relentless fight against social discrimination and his role as the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr. Ambedkar...

    Last updated on December 19th, 2024 06:42 pm
  • One Nation One Election, Advantages and Disadvantages, Highlights

    The concept of One Nation, One Election has been a long-standing proposal, championed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as a means to streamline the electoral process in India. On December 17, 2024, the government took a significant step towards...

    Last updated on December 18th, 2024 10:00 am
  • Cut Motions, Meaning, Types and Admissibility

    In parliamentary procedures, a cut motion is a key legislative tool used by members of parliament to express discontent with the budgetary proposals presented by the government. Understanding cut motions is crucial for UPSC aspirants, as it is an important...

    Last updated on December 14th, 2024 12:45 pm
  • Pro-Tem Speaker of Lok Sabha, Key Features and Functions

    Senior BJP MLA Kalidas Sulochana Kolambkar took oath as the pro tem Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly. Who is Pro-Tem Speaker? A Pro Tem Speaker is a temporary presiding officer in the Legislative Assembly until a regular Speaker is...

    Last updated on December 9th, 2024 05:35 pm
  • Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 (CAA), Key Features and Amendment

    The Citizenship Act of 1955, enacted by Parliament under Article 11, outlines the methods for acquiring and terminating citizenship in India. Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 India's long-debated Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) was now operational, permitting non-Muslim migrants from neighboring nations...

    Last updated on December 9th, 2024 05:00 pm