Arms Control Treaties
Arms control treaties are useful because they have legal standing in international law and, consequently, are more difficult to violate or overturn. Verification mechanisms accompanying arms control agreements provide transparency, deter violations, and eventually reduce misperception between states, allowing for confidence-building that leads to further arms reduction. Arms control accords themselves offer a framework for […]
Educational Initiative of the Central Government
New Educational Initiative of the Central Government are discussed below as India is set to complete two years of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Kalashala Initiative Kalashala Initiative is an Educational Initiative of the Central Government. It will be launched in 750 schools. It envisions educating children about the various art forms of India & […]
Solar Storms
Types of Solar Storms Solar storms arise in the following varieties: Effect of Solar Storms Aurorae Power Grid Disruptions Satellite Damage Astronaut Safety Related Links: Local Winds over the Globe Cyclone Understanding Crustal Rocks EL Nino and LA Nina
India’s Neighbourhood First Policy
Since 1947, Neighbourhood countries have been a crucial part of India’s foreign policy, focusing on building stronger relationships, promoting regional cooperation, and addressing shared issues with its immediate neighbours. About India’s Neighbourhood Immediate: Extended: Extended neighbours are countries that are geographically distant from India, such as those in the Indian Ocean Region, Southeast Asia, or […]
India’s Look West Policy
Introduction Significance of Look West Policy India’s Role Containing China Concerns / Challenges Way Forward Related Links: Act East Policy Gujral Doctrine China’s 9-Dash Line Policy & South China Sea Dispute International Solar Alliance (ISA)
Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT)
What is the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT)? How did CTBT come into existence? What is India’s Stand on CTBT? India is a member of the Multilateral Export Control Regime (Australia Group, Wassenar Agreement, Missile Technology Control Regime) except the Nuclear Suppliers Group. Major Problems with the Treaty Related Links: Nuclear Supplier Group (NSG) UAPA […]
PM PVTG Development Mission
About PM PVTG Development Mission Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) Other Initiatives Related Links: PVTG (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups) PM JANMAN (Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan) Scheduled Tribes of India Scheduled Castes
Antarctic Treaty
History Members Currently, the Antarctic Treaty has 54 parties. India became a member of this treaty in 1983. Headquarters The Headquarters of the Antarctic Treaty is in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Major Provisions of the Antarctic Treaty Dispute & Resolution Antarctic Treaty System About Major International Agreements of the Treaty System Indian Antarctic Bill, 2022 About Objective […]
Punjab PCS Eligibility
Educational Qualifications and Language Requirements Punjab PCS 2024: Age Limit As mandated by Punjab State Civil Services (Appointment by Combined Competitive Examination) Rules, 2009 read with Punjab Civil Services (Executive Branch) Rules 1976, and Govt. instructions issued from time to time Punjab PCS Eligibility: Nationality A candidate appearing in PCS Exam 2024 shall be a: […]
China Plus One Strategy
About Benefits for India India is likely to be the next best candidate to benefit from this altered situation owing to its competitive advantage in various industries, favorable factors of production, conducive business environment, and incentivizing government policies. Potential Sectors that can Benefit from China Plus One Strategy Textile Metals Chemicals Pharmaceuticals Semiconductors Suggestions & […]
