DMPQ- Export promotion is an important part of Indian Economic growth. What are the measure taken by Government of India to boost Exports.

The scheme for Remission of Duties or Taxes on Export Product (RoDTEP) will replace Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) for reimbursement of taxes & duties for export promotion. Textiles and all other sectors which currently enjoy incentives upto 2 per cent over MEIS will transit into RoDTEP. In effect, RoDTEP will more than adequately … Read more DMPQ- Export promotion is an important part of Indian Economic growth. What are the measure taken by Government of India to boost Exports.

DMPQ- What were the social barriers faced by females of the 19th century Indian society?

The nineteenth century had witnessed the pitiable conditions through which the women of India were going. Several evils had affected the girls right from their birth. Some of the social evils are:- Female infanticide: It included killing of girl infants just to get rid of the so called burden of a middle class family who … Read more DMPQ- What were the social barriers faced by females of the 19th century Indian society?

DMPQ- Write a short Note on DMIC.

The DMIC project was launched in pursuance of an MOU signed between the Government of India and the Government of Japan in December 2006. DMIC Development Corporation (DMICDC) incorporated in 2008, is the implementing agency for the project. DMICDC has been registered as a company with 49% equity of Government of India, 26% equity of … Read more DMPQ- Write a short Note on DMIC.

DMPQ- The estimated growth of 7.53% in ‘nominal’ terms is the lowest since 1975-76. Also, this is the first time since 2002-03 that nominal GDP growth is projected to be in single digits. Why is this a major concern?

National Statistical Office (NSO) released the first advance estimates of the national income that projected growth in India’s GDP at market prices for 2019-20 at 4.98% in “real” terms, the lowest since the 3.89% in the global financial crisis year of 2008-09. But even more significant was the estimated growth of 7.53% in “nominal” terms, which … Read more DMPQ- The estimated growth of 7.53% in ‘nominal’ terms is the lowest since 1975-76. Also, this is the first time since 2002-03 that nominal GDP growth is projected to be in single digits. Why is this a major concern?

DMPQ- Social structure of Indian society is quite complex. Enumerate the elements of Indian society.

Social structure denotes the network of social relationship. The social relationship is created among the individuals when they interact with each other according to their statuses in accordance with the patterns of society. Features of Indian society: Complex society Mainly rural society with 70% of population residing in village. Casteism is deep rooted. Different cultural … Read more DMPQ- Social structure of Indian society is quite complex. Enumerate the elements of Indian society.

DMPQ- Write a short note on gene mapping.

Gene mapping is the sequential allocation of loci to a relative position on a chromosome. Genetic maps are species-specific and comprised of genomic markers and/or genes and the genetic distance between each marker. These distances are calculated based on the frequency of chromosome crossovers occurring during meiosis, and not on their physical location on the chromosome. There are … Read more DMPQ- Write a short note on gene mapping.

DMPQ- Art 15(6) and art 16(6) introduced recently in Indian Constitution aimed for positive discrimination. Critically analyse.

Above articles were added by the 103rd constitutional amendment act. The aim of the amendment is to provide reservation upto 10% to economic weaker section. It is above the existing quota of reservation. Art 15(6) –  Provided for the reservation in education Institute. Art 16(6)- Provided for reservation in employment to government jobs. They are … Read more DMPQ- Art 15(6) and art 16(6) introduced recently in Indian Constitution aimed for positive discrimination. Critically analyse.

DMPQ- Bhakti movement had different manifestation. But some of the core principles were common to all. Comment on the basics principles of Bhakti movement.

During 14th – 16th centuries, Bhakti movements were a very dominant socio-cultural force in India. It touched upon every dimension of human life and affected contemporary thoughts very deeply. Leaders like Ramananda, Kabir, Guru Nanak, Ravi Das, Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, etc were associated with this movement. Core principles of Bhakti movement Personal God: The cardinal principle … Read more DMPQ- Bhakti movement had different manifestation. But some of the core principles were common to all. Comment on the basics principles of Bhakti movement.

DMPQ- What is strategic disinvestment? Critically examine the challenges associated with disinvestment?

Disinvestment means the dilution of stake of the Government in a public enterprise. According to the government, strategic disinvestment would imply the sale of a substantial portion of the Government shareholding of a central public sector enterprises (CPSE) of upto 50%, or such higher percentage as the competent authority may determine, along with transfer of management … Read more DMPQ- What is strategic disinvestment? Critically examine the challenges associated with disinvestment?

DMPQ- What do you understand by Minimum support price? How it assure farmers from low income trap.

MSP is a form of government intervention to insure the farmers against a steep decline in the prices of their goods and to help them prevent losses. The government of India sets the MSP twice a year for 24 commodities. This is done by the government to protect the farmers against a fall in prices … Read more DMPQ- What do you understand by Minimum support price? How it assure farmers from low income trap.

DMPQ- What are the factors which affect the distribution of temperature of ocean water?

The factors, which affect the distribution of temperature of ocean water are as follows: Latitude: The temperature of surface water decreases from the equator towards the poles because the amount of insolation decreases pole-ward.   Unequal distribution of land and water: The oceans in the northern hemisphere receive more heat due to their contact with … Read more DMPQ- What are the factors which affect the distribution of temperature of ocean water?

DMPQ- Write a short note on the nutritional disorder.

Certain basic nutrients are required to maintain good health. The energy yielding nutrients are proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Dietary fibbers, vitamins and minerals such as calcium, iron, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and sodium are other essential supplements. Apart from these, certain micronutrients such as chromium, copper, fluoride, iodine, manganese, molybdenum, selenium, sulpur, zinc and so … Read more DMPQ- Write a short note on the nutritional disorder.

DMPQ- Discuss the Philosophy behind the principle of Din-i-ilahi that embodied akbar administration.

Akbar the Great, ruler of most of South Asia in the 16th and early 17th century, rejected bigotry and made unprecedented moves to help non-Muslims feel at peace in his Mughal empire. In reflecting more closely upon his character and conduct, we can see how Akbar’s actions are antithetical to current discrimination and violence against … Read more DMPQ- Discuss the Philosophy behind the principle of Din-i-ilahi that embodied akbar administration.

DMPQ- How Representation of Peoples Act, 1951 is effective in strengthening of roots of democracy? Explain

The provisions for the actual conduct of elections to the Houses of Parliament and the House or Houses of the Legislature of each State, the qualifications and disqualifications for the membership of these Houses, the corrupt practices and other election offences, and the decision of election disputes were all left to be made in a … Read more DMPQ- How Representation of Peoples Act, 1951 is effective in strengthening of roots of democracy? Explain

DMPQ- Administration of Lord William benetick will be remembered for the work done to improve the social order. Comment

Lord William Bentinck will always be remembered for the work done by him to improve the social order of the Indian society. He tried to bring various reforms which were the social evils. The work done by him is as under: Abolition of sati:  He promulgated his Regulation XVII on 4 December 1829 prohibiting the … Read more DMPQ- Administration of Lord William benetick will be remembered for the work done to improve the social order. Comment

DMPQ- What do you mean by Inclusive growth? What are the salient features of Inclusive Growth?

Growth is inclusive when: It takes place in the sectors in which the poor work (e.g. agriculture); Occurs in places where the poor live (e.g. undeveloped areas with few resources); Uses the factors of production that the poor possess (e.g. unskilled labour); Reduces the prices of consumption items that the poor consume (e.g. food, fuel … Read more DMPQ- What do you mean by Inclusive growth? What are the salient features of Inclusive Growth?

DMPQ- Write a short note on the Indian Science congress association.

The Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA) owes its origin to the foresight and initiative of two British Chemists, namely, Professor J. L. Simonsen and Professor P.S. MacMahon. It occurred to them that scientific research in India might be stimulated if an annual meeting of research workers somewhat on the lines of the British Association for … Read more DMPQ- Write a short note on the Indian Science congress association.

DMPQ- What do you mean by PIL? How effective PIL is ensuring social justice.

Public Interest Litigation means a legal action initiated in a court of law for the enforcement of public interest or general interest in which the public or class of the community have pecuniary interest or some interest by which their legal rights or liabilities are affected.  The introduction of PIL in India was facilitated by … Read more DMPQ- What do you mean by PIL? How effective PIL is ensuring social justice.

DMPQ- GIFT.

GIFT stands for Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT). GIFT City is an emerging global financial and IT services hub, a first of its kind in India, designed to be at or above par with globally benchmarked business districts. It is supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure encompassing all basic urban infrastructure elements along with an excellent external … Read more DMPQ- GIFT.

DMPQ- Why Fold mountains are found along the continent margins.

Fold Mountains are commonly associated with continental crust. They are formed due to convergence between two continental plates or between an oceanic and a continental plate. This convergence happens at the convergent plate boundaries, also called as continental collision zones or compression zones. The convergence of two continental plates causes sediments between them to get … Read more DMPQ- Why Fold mountains are found along the continent margins.

DMPQ- What were the aims of Indian National Congress during its initial years.

Formation of Indian National Congress aims and objectives ? Nation building: The first and foremost major objectives of INC were to promote the nation-building process in India. It was to create a national identity of being an Indian among the people and to promote National Unity. This was important because colonial administrators did not consider … Read more DMPQ- What were the aims of Indian National Congress during its initial years.

DMPQ- Write a short note on DRDO? Enumerate its achievements.

DRDO is the R&D wing of Ministry of Defence, Govt of India, with a vision to empower India with cutting-edge defence technologies and a mission to achieve self-reliance in critical defence technologies and systems, while equipping our armed forces with state-of-the-art weapon systems and equipment in accordance with requirements laid down by the three Services. … Read more DMPQ- Write a short note on DRDO? Enumerate its achievements.

07.01.20 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs

JHARKHAND White paper on state’s financial health soon: Jharkhand CM Chief minister Hemant Soren  said his government will release a whitepaper soon to present a picture of Jharkhand’s current financial health before the state’s people. The CM, who is also the interim finance minister, tabled the supplementary budget of Rs 4,210.08 crore for the 2019-2020 FY. Parliamentary … Read more 07.01.20 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs

05-06.01.20 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs

INTERNATIONAL Iran fully withdrew from the Iran nuclear deal Iran has announced its total withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) which is commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal. The exit of Iran comes after the U.S. targeted strike that killed Iran’s Quds Force Commander Qassem Soleimani in Iraq on 3 January 2020. Iran announced that it … Read more 05-06.01.20 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs