DMPQ: Write a critical essay on basic assumptions and utilities of the directive principles of state policy as provided by the Constitution of India.

An important feature of the constitution is the Directive Principles of State Policy. Although the Directive Principles are asserted to be “fundamental in the governance of the country,” they are not legally enforceable. Instead, they are guidelines for creating a social order characterized by social, economic, and political justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity as enunciated … Read more

DMPQ: Discuss special features of Jute Industry of India

The Jute industry occupies an important place in the national economy of India. It is one of the major industries in the eastern region, particularly in West Bengal. Jute, the golden fibre, meets all the standards for ‘safe’ packaging in view of being a natural, renewable, biodegradable and eco-friendly product. It is estimated that that … Read more

15.12.18 Karnataka (KPSC) Current Affairs

KARNATAKA   Mid-year review shows State has done well in tax collection   Karnataka has done well in tax collection in the first half of 2018-19 despite drought in some districts, according to the mid-year review (MYR) of State Finances 2018-19.   At the same time, the report notes that for the present year, there is … Read more

14.12.18 Karnataka (KPSC) Current Affairs

  Bill tabled on recruitment procedure in Karnataka   Laying down the procedure to be followed in recruitments, candidate ratio to be maintained at each stage, and the rules on preparation of list of candidates to be selected under direct recruitment conducted by the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC).   The Bill lays down the procedure for … Read more

13.12.18 Karnataka (KPSC) Current Affairs

KARNATAKA     ·        After 32 years, Chennai finally gets a statue of Karunanidhi ð  After nearly 32 years, Chennai city has a statue of former chief minister and DMK chief M Karunanidhi. ð  Earlier, Chennai had a statue of Karunanidhi on Anna Salai at Wellington Junction but it was severely damaged during the violence … Read more

12.12.18 Karnataka (KPSC) Current Affairs

KARNATAKA   Centre turns down Karnataka minority-tag plea for Lingayats   The Centre has rejected the Karnataka government’s recommendation to accord minority status to Lingayats.   The Centre said that Karnataka’s March 23 request was examined by the ministry of home affairs and the National Commission for Minorities. While pointing out that the demand had been considered … Read more

DMPQ: What are the efforts taken by Central government to control inflation? (economics)

  Advisories are being issued, to state govt. to take strict action against hoarding and black marketing and effectively enforcing the essential commodities act,1980 for commodities in short supply. Regular review meeting on price and availability situation, inter ministerial committee, price stabilisation fund management committee. Higher MSP so as to incentivise production and thereby enhance … Read more