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What roles does NGO’s play in economics and politics?

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Published on 28-Dec-2018 10:45:57

NGOs/Non-governmental organizations have always played an important role at the grass-root level considering the fact that government agencies fail to a great extent to trickle down their effect at the grass-root levels. They play both collaborative as well as an independent role with respect to the government to bring about ... Read More

What would you do if you were the Prime Minister of India?

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Rashmi Iyer

Published on 27-Dec-2018 17:59:16

Prime Minister is considered to be the nucleus of the council of ministers in India. His/ her role remains the most crucial for accelerating the country on the path of progress. Prime Minister heads the various ministries of the country that deal with Union as well as the Concurrent list.As ... Read More

What are the duties of the President of India?

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Rashmi Iyer

Published on 27-Dec-2018 17:18:42

The President is the head of the Republic of India who is elected indirectly by the Electoral College by the means of a single transferable vote. In India, it is the Prime Minister and the council of ministers that form the real executive. The President is the nominal head as ... Read More

What is the significance of Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka?

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Published on 27-Dec-2018 17:10:17

The rock shelters located of Bhimbetka located in the state of Madhya Pradesh holds a very important place in pre-historic studies with over 300 paintings in the site of Bhimbetka. The site of Bhimbetka has stood the test of time and remains an important testimony to the human activities that ... Read More

What is budget? What is its significance in Indian constitution?

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Published on 27-Dec-2018 17:01:19

The word ‘Budget’ is derived from the root word ‘Bougett’ which means a sack or a pouch in which papers for the presentation in Parliament were carried by the British Chancellor of the Exchequer. These papers would have the details for the government’s financial program for the upcoming year. Article ... Read More

What is the significance of Pavagadh Archeological Park?

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Published on 27-Dec-2018 16:54:48

Champaner Pavagadh was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 2004. This medieval city is filled with monuments and various artifacts of historical significance. Champaner- Pavagadh has located about 45 km from Vadodara in the Godhra district. The site is actually situated in the spectacular views of Pavagadh ... Read More

What is the significance of Great Living Chola Temples?

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Published on 27-Dec-2018 16:40:32

The Pallavas, the Cholas, and the Pandyas are considered to be the most significant dynasties of the Early Medieval period in Tamil Nadu. The Pallavas and Cholas have made some exorbitant contribution to Dravida style (other two popular forms being Nagara and Vesara) of temple architecture.The Great Living Chola temples ... Read More

What is Puppetry? How is it linked with Indian culture?

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Published on 27-Dec-2018 16:35:12

Puppetry is basically a form of art where figures of paper, cloth or wood are created for story-telling which can be either string puppets or shadow puppets. They actually serve the purpose of enacting the story being told.Puppets for many generations have been a part of cultural activities in India ... Read More

What are the duties of Member of Parliament in Indian constitution?

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Published on 27-Dec-2018 16:28:12

A Member of Parliament in India is either the member of Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha who serves as the representative of people elected directly or indirectly. The members are elected through territorial representation in Lok Sabha and proportional representation in Rajya Sabha. 12 members are nominated to Rajya Sabha ... Read More

What are the duties of governor in Indian constitution?

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Rashmi Iyer

Published on 27-Dec-2018 16:21:49

India follows the principle of decentralization and a dual set of governments functioning at the Central and the State level. Governor is the nominal head of the State and performs similar functions and duties like the President does for the Republic of India.The Governor is, however, the head of the ... Read More