UPSC Syllabus
Aspirants of the Civil Services Examination are at the right place to get the details of the UPSC Syllabus. Here, at Launchpad, you will find the complete IAS Syllabus for all the stages of the examination: UPSC Syllabus for CSE Prelims Exam Pattern & Syllabus for UPSC Prelims Two Compulsory Papers General Studies Paper-I General […]
Loss and Damage Funds (COP-28)
Loss and Damage funds have been officially established at the CoP 28 climate change conference in Dubai. What is the Loss and Damage Fund? About: Genesis and Evolution of the L&D Fund: Historical Accountability and Inception: COP 19: Subsequent Developments and Challenges: COP 25: After COP19, the establishment of the Santiago Network for L&D took […]
Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)
What is it? The DAC is the highest decision-making body of the Defence Ministry on procurement. Objective: To ensure expeditious procurement of the approved requirements of the armed forces. Formation: It was formed after the Group of Ministers’s recommendations on ‘Reforming the National Security System’, in 2001, post-Kargil War (1999). Composition: Functions: Also Check out some more topics: SIXTH SCHEDULE OF INDIAN CONSTITUTION
Prachand Chopper
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has indigenously developed a multi-role Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), Prachand which is suitable for operating in high-altitude battlefields. What is a Light Combat Helicopter? About: Origin: Significance: The LCH has the capabilities of combat roles such as destruction of enemy air defence, counter insurgency warfare, combat search and rescue, anti-tank, and counter surface force […]
Sixth Schedule of Indian Constitution
Recent context: UT of Ladakh has demanded that Ladakh should be included in the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. What is the Sixth Schedule? The sixth schedule contains provisions related to the Administration of Tribal Areas in the States of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. The Sixth Schedule provides for the administration of certain tribal […]
PM JANMAN (Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan)
About PM JANMAN (Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan) aims to protect and nurture tribal groups, especially those on the verge of extinction, by providing them with the necessary support, development, and connectivity to mainstream services and opportunities. Coverage Significance Aim of the Mission: Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra: PM PVTG Mission: What are the […]
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
What is PMFBY? About: Eligibility: Farmers including sharecroppers and tenant farmers growing notified crops in the notified areas are eligible for coverage. Objectives: Premium: Scope: During the arduous seasons of 2017, 2018, and 2019 marred by weather extremities, the scheme proved to be a decisive factor in securing the livelihoods of farmers wherein the claims paid […]
Last Minute Tips for Punjab PCS
It’s common for candidates to feel overwhelmed during the Punjab PCS Prelims Exam. Many aspirants experience heightened stress after the PCS Exam Notification. To excel in the Punjab PCS Exam, consider the following essential tips: Revise Key Topics: By analyzing past year PCS question papers, you’ll notice that certain topics are frequently asked by the […]
National Turmeric Board
About National Turmeric Board: Key facts about Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Why Test Series are Important for Punjab PCS?
Preparing effectively for the Punjab PCS Exam is a demanding and multifaceted endeavor that requires a holistic approach. One vital aspect of PCS Exam preparation is the use of Test Series, which can greatly enhance your readiness for the actual PCS Examination 2024. 1. Test Series, particularly for the Punjab PCS Exam, offers several benefits, […]