Concept Of Pressure

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? Concept of pressure Pressure is the perpendicular force per unit area, or the stress at a point within a confined fluid. The pressure exerted on a floor by a 42-pound box the bottom of which has an area of 84 square inches is equal to the force divided by the area over which … Read more Concept Of Pressure

DMPQ-What is quantum computing and how they are different from normal computers?

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A quantum computer employs the principles of quantum mechanics to store information in ‘qubits’ instead of the typical ‘bits’ of 1 and 0.  Just as a bit is the basic unit of information in a classical computer, a qubit is the basic unit of information in a quantum computer.  It takes advantage of the strange … Read more DMPQ-What is quantum computing and how they are different from normal computers?

13.07.18 Jharkhand (JPCS) Current Affairs

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JHARKHAND Soon, Singapore model of education for skill development of Jharkhand.   The state government is all set to take a leaf out of Singapore’s education model for providing skill development training to the youth. In Singapore, out of the total students enrolling for university courses, 25% opt for university education. Roughly, 25% go for polytechnic education and … Read more 13.07.18 Jharkhand (JPCS) Current Affairs

Depressed Class Missions, Non Brahmanical Movements And Justice Party

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? Depressed Classes Mission, Non-Brahmin movement and Justice Party   One, of the earliest lower caste movements, which became the torch bearer for the future caste movements, was founded in Maharashtra in the 1870s by Jyotibha Phule, who with his books Gulamgiri (1872) and Sarvajanik Satyadharma Pustak and his organisation Satya Shodhak Samaj, proclaimed the … Read more Depressed Class Missions, Non Brahmanical Movements And Justice Party

DMPQ: Jharkhand is one of the recently formed state of the Indian union. Like any new administrative entity, it also faces a number of issues.  What are those issues?

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Every new administrative entity faces some issues. Jharkhand being the recently formed state also face some issues. The issues are discussed as under: Poverty: Jharkhand is the fifth poorest Indian state with 51.6% rural people below the poverty line (BPL). Reduced agriculture output: Declining fertility of soils, increasing incidences of drought and seasonal shifts in … Read more DMPQ: Jharkhand is one of the recently formed state of the Indian union. Like any new administrative entity, it also faces a number of issues.  What are those issues?

Nanda Dynasty

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? , family that ruled Magadha, in northern India, between c. 343 and 321 BCE. The immediately preceded the dynasty of the Mauryas, and, as with all pre-Maurya dynasties, what is known about it is a mixture of fact and legend. Indigenous traditions, both Brahmanical and Jaina, suggest that the founder of the dynasty, Mahapadma … Read more Nanda Dynasty

DMPQ- Explain the following: a) Financial Act b) Appropriation Act

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Appropriation Act:  The Appropriation Bill under the Indian Constitution is related to the Budget making process by the Government. According to Article 114 of the Indian constitution, no money can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India ( which basically comprises of the major fund of the govt. of India) to meet specified expenditure except under an … Read more DMPQ- Explain the following: a) Financial Act b) Appropriation Act

27.02.20 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs

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JHARKHAND President of India to visit Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh   The President of India Ram Nath Kovind is to visit the States of Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh from 28 February to 2 March 2020.    On 28th February, the President will address the first convocation of the Central University of Jharkhand in Ranchi. On 29th February, the second day, he is expected … Read more 27.02.20 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs

DMPQ- Electoral process need to be more fair and transparent as some unhealthy patterns have emerged. Comment

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Elections have on the evolutionary path of being transparent, more inclusive and efficient. But recently unhealthy practices and patterns have emerged. This patterns are anti to the development of robust democracy. Some of these patterns are as follows: Candidates and winners in assembly are from the affluent section which explicitly shows the nexus between money … Read more DMPQ- Electoral process need to be more fair and transparent as some unhealthy patterns have emerged. Comment

Intoxicants

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? Intoxicants The intoxicants used in society  might be taken as the following: alcohol, bhang, ganja, tobacco and opium, coca etc. Alcohol as an intoxicant Alcohol, also known by its chemical name ethanol, is a psychoactive substance that is the active ingredient in drinks such as beer, wine, and distilled spirits (hard liquor). It … Read more Intoxicants

Growth Of Socialist And Communist Movements In British India

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? Growth of Socialist and Communist Movements in British India Socialists in congress For first few years after the formation of Indian National Congress the Liberals who dominated over country’s political scene and led freedom struggle were Rightists. They had no contacts with the masses. They, believed in British sense of justice and were … Read more Growth Of Socialist And Communist Movements In British India

Development And Conservation Of Common Property Resources In Rural Areas Of Karnataka

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? Development and conservation of common property resources in rural areas of Karnataka Community Toilet and Bathing Complexes It was decided to provide Community Sanitary Complex cum Bathroom with the facility of independent continuous water supply system, electricity supply, hair dryer, dressing room and also with the facility of commode to physically handicapped and … Read more Development And Conservation Of Common Property Resources In Rural Areas Of Karnataka

29-30.04.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs

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JHARKHAND Ranchi division likely to have ‘all women railway station   Ranchi Division will also have at least one ‘All Women Railway Station.’ Director (Information and Publicity) in Railway Board Ved Prakash said today that Indian Railways have been taking several measures in order to ensure safety to women and children in trains, besides converting … Read more 29-30.04.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs

DMPQ: What are the objectives of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushdi Pariyojana? Discuss its salient features also.

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Out of pocket expenditure on health is one of the reason for perpetual poverty. The major chunk goes in buying medicine. Hence to deal with this issue PMB jan aushadhi yojana was launched to ensure the availability of quality medicine at affordable price for all, particularly the poor and disadvantaged.  The salient features of the … Read more DMPQ: What are the objectives of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushdi Pariyojana? Discuss its salient features also.

Student Unrest

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? Student’s unrest Students’ unrest is characterised by “collective discon­tent, dysfunctional conditions in educational institutions and concern (of public and students) for change in existing norms”. Students ‘agitations, on the other hand, are characterised by ‘action based on the feeling of injus­tice, identifying source of discontent, frustration and deprivation, emergence of leadership, mobilisation for … Read more Student Unrest

Famous Inscriptions for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

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  Inscription King     Aspect Junagarh Rock Rudradaman (Saka)   Sanskrit. Says that a dam on the sudarshana lake             was constructed by Pushyagupta a governor of             Chandragupta Maurya Allahabad Pillar Samudragupta   Sanskrit. Composed by Harisena Aihole Inscription Pulakeshin II   Mentions … Read more Famous Inscriptions for JPSC (Jharkhand) Prelims and Mains Examination

Landforms

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Three Geological divisions: The peninsular block The Himalayas and other Peninsular Mountains Indo-Ganga-Brahmaputra Plain   Peninsualar block is made of gneisses (metamorphic) and granites (igneous). Six physiographic divisions: The Northern and North-eastern Mountains The Northern Plain The Peninsular Plateau The Indian Desert The Coastal Plains The Islands Northern and North-Eastern Mountains Approximate length of the … Read more Landforms

DMPQ: Write a short note on Sayyid Ahmad Khan and the Aligarh movement.

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He said that religion should be adaptable with time or else it would become fossilised, and that religious tenets were not immutable. He advocated a critical approach and freedom of thought and no dependence on tradition or custom. He was also a zealous educationist—as an official, he opened schools in towns, got books translated into … Read more DMPQ: Write a short note on Sayyid Ahmad Khan and the Aligarh movement.

DMPQ:Gender Inequality is a concern for us as a society. Suggest ways to increase the gender equality

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The ways through which gender equality can be increased are:   Involving women and girls in decision making process in programmes at grassroots level such as designing ways to implement MDGs, forming SHGs, talking about sex education etc. A simple gesture of girls using mobile phones increases their confidence. Stopping child marriages and strict action … Read more DMPQ:Gender Inequality is a concern for us as a society. Suggest ways to increase the gender equality

31.03.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs

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JHARKHAND   Special drive against filariasis launched   Aiming to eliminate filariasis, a three-day ‘Mass Drug Administration’ (MDA) programme was launched across Bokaro district .   With a target to administrate drugs (DEC tablets) free among 21 lakhs (21,08,916) people, this programme will be continued until April 4, informed district Malaria Officer, AK Poddar.   As … Read more 31.03.18 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs

26.12.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs

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JHARKHAND     Drive against witchcraft to get intensified   Following directions from Jharkhand High Court, Jharkhand Legal Services Authority (JHALSA) in association with State Social Welfare Department, has launched an intensive awareness drive against witchcraft and other social evils in the State. The awareness campaign will be conducted in at least one village of … Read more 26.12.17 JPSC (Jharkhand) Current Affairs

DMPQ- “Colonialism and Mercantile Capitalism were not only related but depended on each other.” Elucidate.

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Mercantilism, economic theory and practice common in Europe from the 16th to the 18th century that promoted governmental regulation of a nation’s economy for the purpose of augmenting state power at the expense of rival national powers. It was the economic counterpart of political absolutism. Mercantilism contained many interlocking principles. Precious metals, such as gold … Read more DMPQ- “Colonialism and Mercantile Capitalism were not only related but depended on each other.” Elucidate.

DMPQ-Explain the preventive measures and preparedness plan for drought mitigation

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Dams/reservoirs and wetlands to store water Improvement in agriculture through modifying cropping patterns and introducing drought-resistant varieties of crops Watershed management Water rationing Management of rangeland with improvement of grazing patterns, introduction of feed and protection of shrubs and trees Cattle management Proper selection of crop for drought-affected areas Development of water resource system with … Read more DMPQ-Explain the preventive measures and preparedness plan for drought mitigation

DMPQ- It has been said that in parliamentary system control over government and administration is weak. Do you agree?

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. The parliamentary control over government and administration in India is more theoretical than practical. In reality, the control is not as effective as it ought to be. The following factors are responsible for this: The Parliament has neither time nor expertise to control the administration which has grown in volume as well as complexity. … Read more DMPQ- It has been said that in parliamentary system control over government and administration is weak. Do you agree?

Brazil

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? Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) BRICS is the acronym for an association of five major emerging national economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. Originally the first four were grouped as “BRIC” (or “the BRICs”), before the induction of South Africa in 2010. The BRICS members are known for … Read more Brazil

Control And Coordination

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? Control and coordination:Plants and animals All the living organisms respond and react to changes in the environment around them. The changes in the environment to which the organisms respond and react are called stimuli such as light, heat, cold, sound, smell, touch etc. Coordination in plants Coordination refers to ordered working of different … Read more Control And Coordination

04-02-2020 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs

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CAG report on Siachen troops Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) pulled up the Army for deficiencies in the provision of special clothing, rations and housing for troops in high-altitude areas, including Siachen. There were delays of up to four years in the procurement of high-altitude clothing and equipment, leading to an acute shortage of essential clothing … Read more 04-02-2020 Jharkhand (JPSC) Daily Current Affairs

DMPQ-AIR India is under severe crisis. What are the reasons for its failure although the number of passenger increased drastically in the last decade?

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AIR India is facing a severe crisis and at every functional aspect the PSU is on downward side. AI has a total debt of near about 50,000 cr.  The major reasons for the failure of PSU are as follows: Less income generation in passenger revenue. This is corroborated by the audit report of CAG also. … Read more DMPQ-AIR India is under severe crisis. What are the reasons for its failure although the number of passenger increased drastically in the last decade?

The Home Rule Movement

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After being released in 1914, Tilak sought re-entry into Congress. Annie Besant and Gokhale supported. But finally Pherozshah Mehta won and Tilak was not admitted. Tilak and Besant decided to start the home rule movement on their own. In early 1915, Annie Besant (and S Subramaniya Iyer) launched a campaign through her two newspapers, New … Read more The Home Rule Movement

DMPQ-INS Viraat.

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INS Viraat is the longest serving warship in the world. It hold the Guinness Books of record  INS Viraat was first commissioned into the British Royal Navy as the HMS Hermes on November 18, 1959, 15 years after she was laid down in June, 1944.  She served as the flagship of the Royal Navy’s task … Read more DMPQ-INS Viraat.