DMPQ

DMPQ-Comment on the contribution of Jyoti rao phule towards Indian society.

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Jyoti rao phule is considered as one of the major reformer of 19th century. His contribution towards women education, eradication of caste system, raising voice against the social evils like untouchability  etc. is unparalleled in the Modern history. Jyotirao established the first girls’ school in August 1848. Later he also opted two more school for … Read more DMPQ-Comment on the contribution of Jyoti rao phule towards Indian society.

DMPQ- What is Earth Magnetism? What is the source of earth magnetism?

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Earth magnetism is the property of earth behaving like a dynamo and showing magnetic property just like that of a magnetic bar. There are various theories behind this property. There is no valid reason for the cause of earth’s magnetism or why earth has giant magnetic field but there are some theory related to earth’s … Read more DMPQ- What is Earth Magnetism? What is the source of earth magnetism?

DMPQ-Write short note on the following: 1) Ahmadiya movement 2) Wahabi movement

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  Ahmadiya Movement: This movement was founded by MirzaGhulam Ahmed in 1889. It was based on liberal principles. It described itself as the standard bearer of Mohamedan Renaissance, and based itself, like BrahmoSamaj, on the principle of Universal religion of all humanity, opposing jihad. The movement spread western liberal education among the Indian Muslims. However, … Read more DMPQ-Write short note on the following: 1) Ahmadiya movement 2) Wahabi movement

DMPQ- What were the major recommendations given by bibek Debroy committee report?

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The Bibek Debroy Committee is a high level committee for “Mobilization of Resources for Major Railway Projects and Restructuring of Railway Ministry and railway board. It gave various suggestions to address the concerns. Some of them are as follows: Transition to commercial accounting as it is next to impossible to find out the profit with the … Read more DMPQ- What were the major recommendations given by bibek Debroy committee report?

DMPQ-Concurrent list subjects have become the area of tension between union and state government. Comment

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The Constitution provides a scheme for demarcation of powers through three ‘lists’ in the seventh schedule. The aim of the concurrent list was to ensure uniformity across the country where independently both centre and state can legislate. However, there is increasing centralization of power vis a vis Concurrent list which is axiomatic- Since 1950, the … Read more DMPQ-Concurrent list subjects have become the area of tension between union and state government. Comment

DMPQ-Write down the difference between NBFC and Schedule commercial bank.

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A Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) is a company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 engaged in the business of loans and advances, acquisition of shares/stocks/bonds/debentures/securities issued by Government or local authority or other marketable securities of a like nature, leasing, hire-purchase, insurance business, chit business but does not include any institution whose principal business is … Read more DMPQ-Write down the difference between NBFC and Schedule commercial bank.

DMPQ-Write down the salient features of National medical commission Act, 2019.

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Salient features of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019 are as follows: The act sets up the National Medical Commission (NMC).  Within three years of the passage of the Bill, state governments will establish State Medical Councils at the state level.  The NMC will consist of 25 members, appointed by the central government. Functions of the … Read more DMPQ-Write down the salient features of National medical commission Act, 2019.

DMPQ-Write a short note on Post truth society and what are its implications?

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Dictionary meaning of Post truth society means objective facts are less influential in shaping public opinion than appeals to emotion and personal belief’ . Post truth is the understanding that ‘truth’ as we know it is becoming rarer in public life. Proponents of each ideology are able to argue convincingly about the merits of their … Read more DMPQ-Write a short note on Post truth society and what are its implications?

DMPQ-Discuss the contribution of Indian National army in Indian freedom struggle.

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The Indian National Army (INA) was an armed force formed by Indian nationalists in 1942 in Southeast Asia during World War II. Its aim was to secure Indian independence from British rule. It formed an alliance with Imperial Japan in the latter’s campaign in the Southeast Asian theatre of WWII. The army was first formed … Read more DMPQ-Discuss the contribution of Indian National army in Indian freedom struggle.

DMPQ-What are the salient features of Motor vehicle amendment act, 2019?

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The Act seeks to amend the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 to provide for road safety.  The Act provides for grant of licenses and permits related to motor vehicles, standards for motor vehicles, and penalties for violation of these provisions. Salient features of the act are as follows: Compensation for road accident victims:The central government will … Read more DMPQ-What are the salient features of Motor vehicle amendment act, 2019?

DMPQ-Why article 32 is termed as heart and soul of the Indian constitution?

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Article 32 – Right to Constitutional Remedies is referred to as ‘Heart & Soul’ of the Indian Constitution by Mr. B. R. Ambedkar. Article 32 provides for right to constitutional remedies through which a person may approach the Supreme Court on violation of his/her fundamental rights. Part III provides for fundamental right to all the persons … Read more DMPQ-Why article 32 is termed as heart and soul of the Indian constitution?

DMPQ-What are the major differences between classical dance and folk dance.

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  Folk dance Classical dance Definition Folk dancing is a simple dance form meant for group performance created for a reason like harvest of food. Folk dancing is a simple dance form meant for group performance created for a reason like harvest of food. Dance form It is a recent movement that values the traditional … Read more DMPQ-What are the major differences between classical dance and folk dance.

DMPQ- Explain the following term: • Demand pull inflation • Cost Push Inflation

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Demand Pull Inflation:  The term demand-pull inflation usually describes a widespread phenomenon. That is, when consumer demand outpaces the available supply of many types of consumer goods, demand-pull inflation sets in, forcing an overall increase in the cost of living.  When demand surpasses supply, higher prices are the result. This is demand-pull inflation. A low … Read more DMPQ- Explain the following term: • Demand pull inflation • Cost Push Inflation

DMPQ-Write a short note on Public accounts committee and Estimate committee.

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Public Accounts Committee was introduced in 1921 after its first mention in Government of India Act, 1919 also called Montford Reforms. It is existing in Indian Constitution since then. It is one of the parliamentary committees that examine the annual audit reports of CAG which President lays before the Parliament of India. Those three reports submitted by … Read more DMPQ-Write a short note on Public accounts committee and Estimate committee.

DMPQ- Write a short note on Extra Tropical Cyclone.

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Temperate cyclones are also known as Extra-tropical cyclone where the term “Extra-tropical” signifies that this type of cyclone generally occurs outside the tropics with a latitude range between 30° and 60°. Characteristics of Temperate Cyclone (Extra-Tropical Cyclones) The Extra-Tropical Cyclones are storm systems emerging in the mid and high latitudes, away from the tropics. They … Read more DMPQ- Write a short note on Extra Tropical Cyclone.

DMPQ- What do you understand by the term Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things?

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think like humans and mimic their actions. The term may also be applied to any machine that exhibits traits associated with a human mind such as learning and problem-solving. The ideal characteristic of artificial intelligence is its ability … Read more DMPQ- What do you understand by the term Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things?

DMPQ- What is the process of government budgeting in the Parliament?

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According to Article 112 of the Indian Constitution, the Union Budget of a year is referred to as the Annual Financial Statement (AFS). It is a statement of the estimated receipts and expenditure of the Government in a financial year (which begins on 01 April of the current year and ends on 31 March of the following year). In addition … Read more DMPQ- What is the process of government budgeting in the Parliament?

DMPQ- What do you mean by fiscal consolidation? What are the ways to achieve fiscal consolidation.

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Fiscal Consolidation refers to the policies undertaken by Governments (national and sub-national levels) to reduce their deficits and accumulation of debt stock. Fiscal Consolidation refers to the treatment of a group of entities as one entity for taxation purposes. Simply put, the parent entity would be accountable for the entire group’s tax liabilities. Thus in simple … Read more DMPQ- What do you mean by fiscal consolidation? What are the ways to achieve fiscal consolidation.

DMPQ- What are the objectives of Code on wages act 2019? Write down the salient Features.

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The Code on Wages, 2019 seeks to regulate wage and bonus payments in all employments where any industry, trade, business, or manufacture is carried out.  The Code replaces the following four laws: (i) the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, (ii) the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, (iii) the Payment of Bonus Act, 1965, and (iv) the … Read more DMPQ- What are the objectives of Code on wages act 2019? Write down the salient Features.

DMPQ- Write a short note on Shadow banking? What are the issues associated with shadow banking?

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The term refers to the practice of banking like activities performed by non-banking finance companies, which are not subject to strict regulation. However, these institutions function as intermediaries between the investors and the borrowers, providing credit and generating liquidity in the system. Although these entities do not accept traditional demand deposits offered by banks, they … Read more DMPQ- Write a short note on Shadow banking? What are the issues associated with shadow banking?

DMPQ- Right to life under article 21 scope and meaning has been increased by Judicial pronouncement to a higher level. Comment

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The fundamental right under Article 21 is one of the most important rights provided under the Constitution which has been described as the heart of fundamental rights by the Apex Court in Unni Krishnans case. The objective of the fundamental right under Article 21 is to prevent encroachment upon personal liberty and deprivation of life … Read more DMPQ- Right to life under article 21 scope and meaning has been increased by Judicial pronouncement to a higher level. Comment

DMPQ- What are e cigarette? Why government recently put a blanket ban on e cigarettes?

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e-Cigarettes are battery powered devices that work by heating a liquid into an aerosol that the user inhales and exhales.  The e-cigarette liquid typically contains nicotine, propylene glycol, glycerin, flavorings, and other chemicals.   Why Blanket ban: e-Cigarettes usually contain nicotine which makes product addictive. e-Cigarettes cause health hazards for youth, young adults, and pregnant women. … Read more DMPQ- What are e cigarette? Why government recently put a blanket ban on e cigarettes?

DMPQ- Write down the recommendation of P J nayak committee on banking reforms.

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In nationalised banks, the government owns more than 50% of the shares, which gives it majority voting rights. Because of this, the government can interfere in the boards of such banks and appoint inefficient people to the boards. That is, the appointment of the members might not always be based on merit. This will lead … Read more DMPQ- Write down the recommendation of P J nayak committee on banking reforms.

DMPQ- The paintings during the Jahangir reached zenith. Comment on the features of Mughal paintings.

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Features of Mughal Paintings: The Mughal pictures were small in size, and hence are known as ‘miniature paintings’. Though the Mughal art absorbed the Indian atmosphere, it neither represented the Indian emotions, nor the scenes from the daily life of the Indian. Hence, Mughal painting remained confined to the Mughal court and did not reach … Read more DMPQ- The paintings during the Jahangir reached zenith. Comment on the features of Mughal paintings.

DMPQ- What do you mean by revenue budget and capital budget? Explain the components of the respective meanings also.

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The Revenue Budget comprises revenue receipts and expenditure met from these revenues. The revenue receipts include both tax revenue (like income tax, excise duty) and non-tax revenue (like interest receipts, profits). Capital Budget consists of capital receipts {like borrowing, disinvestment) and long period capital expenditure (creation of assets, investment). Capital receipts are receipts of the … Read more DMPQ- What do you mean by revenue budget and capital budget? Explain the components of the respective meanings also.

DMPQ- Explain the following: a) GINI INDEX b) LAFFER CURVE

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GINI INDEX: The Gini index is a simple measure of the distribution of income across income percentiles in a population. A higher Gini index indicates greater inequality, with high income individuals receiving much larger percentages of the total income of the population. Global inequality as measured by the Gini index increased over the 19th and … Read more DMPQ- Explain the following: a) GINI INDEX b) LAFFER CURVE

DMPQ- Aspirational District Programme.

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Launched by the Hon’ble PM in January, the ‘Transformation of Aspirational Districts’ programme aims to quickly and effectively transform these districts. The broad contours of the programme are Convergence (of Central & State Schemes), Collaboration (of Central, State level ‘Prabhari’ Officers & District Collectors), and Competition among districts driven by a mass Movement. With States … Read more DMPQ- Aspirational District Programme.

DMPQ- Impeachment of President under article 61 is a difficult task to achieve. Comment

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Article 61 of the constitution provides for the impeachment procedure of President.  The impeachment can be done on the basis of violation of the constitution. No such charge shall be preferred unless- the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days’ notice in writing … Read more DMPQ- Impeachment of President under article 61 is a difficult task to achieve. Comment

DMPQ- Why Bhima Koregaon is seen as a Dalit symbol? Comment on its historical importance and its relevance in present time.

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A battle was fought in Bhima Koregaon, a district in Pune with a strong historical Dalit connection, between the Peshwa forces and the British on January 1, 1818. The British army, which comprised mainly of Dalit soldiers, fought the upper caste-dominated Peshwa army. The British troops defeated the Peshwa army. The victory was seen as a … Read more DMPQ- Why Bhima Koregaon is seen as a Dalit symbol? Comment on its historical importance and its relevance in present time.

DMPQ- How Pressure groups affect the Political structure and its dynamics across the country.

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A pressure group is a group of people who are organised actively for promoting and defending their common interest. It is so called as it attempts to bring a change in public policy by exerting pressure on the government. It acts as a liaison between the government and its members. Example: All India Trade Union … Read more DMPQ- How Pressure groups affect the Political structure and its dynamics across the country.

DMPQ- Inclusive growth should be the foundation of growth story of India. Comment on the salient features of Inclusive Growth of India.

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Growth is said to be inclusive when it is distributed fairly across society and creates opportunities for all. Growth is inclusive when it  permeates evenly across all sectors, to every nook and corner of country and take all stakeholders along. Salient features of Inclusive growth are as follows: Equity-More opportunities are available to enable upward … Read more DMPQ- Inclusive growth should be the foundation of growth story of India. Comment on the salient features of Inclusive Growth of India.

DMPQ-Status of Public health is an important aspect for a country. In the light of the statement, comment on the status of Public Health.

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Public health is an important aspect of an country. Affordable and accessible Quality health care ensures creation of quality of human capital. It also reduces out of the pocket expenditure on health which can be utilised by Individual for other productive activity like education, wealth creation. Since Independence, India has done well to deal and … Read more DMPQ-Status of Public health is an important aspect for a country. In the light of the statement, comment on the status of Public Health.

DMPQ-Concurrent list in the constitution is source of tension between Centre and state. Comment

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The essence of federalism lies in the sharing of legal sovereignty by the union and the federation units. This separation of power is done through list system enshrined in 7th schedule of the constitution. There are Union list ( Centre law making zone), State list ( state law making zone), Concurrent list ( both can … Read more DMPQ-Concurrent list in the constitution is source of tension between Centre and state. Comment

DMPQ-What is wealth creation? How it is beneficial for an economy?

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Wealth creation is the enhancement of assets, efficiency in economy and overall value addition to GDP and to the all sectors of economy. Wealth creation helps in improving the standard of living by improving Personal income. It also lead to more taxes, employment generation. In India wealth creation is coterminous with the opening up of … Read more DMPQ-What is wealth creation? How it is beneficial for an economy?

DMPQ- Write short note on PRAGATI.

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PRAGATI is an information and communications technology-based platform for, as the name reveals, pro-active governance and timely implementation. It was launched in 2015. It is an interactive and integrated platform chiefly for addressing the grievances of the common man, while at the same time, monitoring government projects and programmes/schemes. The platform was designed by the … Read more DMPQ- Write short note on PRAGATI.

DMPQ- Write short note on Voluntary retention route.

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‘Voluntary Retention Route’ (VRR) to encourage Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) to undertake long-term investments in Indian debt markets. Under this scheme, FPIs have been given greater operational flexibility in terms of instrument choices besides exemptions from certain regulatory requirements. The details are as under: -The aggregate investment limit shall be ? 40,000 crores for VRR-Govt … Read more DMPQ- Write short note on Voluntary retention route.

DMPQ- Jainism and Buddhism originated during same time but they have some differences. Enumerate the difference between them.

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Differences Difference regarding conception Moksha: According to Buddhism, a man attains Moksha when he ends all the desires and can attain it while living in the world. But, according to Jainism, Moksha is freedom from miseries and can be attained only after death. Means of attainment of Moksha: According to Buddhist Sangha is proper for … Read more DMPQ- Jainism and Buddhism originated during same time but they have some differences. Enumerate the difference between them.

DMPQ- State governments in India don’t enjoy exclusive power to make law on state subjects. Comment.

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State governments generally have exclusive right to make laws on state subjects but there are instances when Parliament can legislate on state subjects. Circumstances under which Parliament can make laws on matters enumerated in the State list: Article 249: When Rajya Sabha passes a resolution supported by two-thirds of the member present and voting, declaring … Read more DMPQ- State governments in India don’t enjoy exclusive power to make law on state subjects. Comment.

DMPQ- What were the reasons for the formation of Indian National Congress?

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The need for the formation of an all-India political organization had become an objective necessity. The pre-congress organizations were limited in scope and objectives. It was only the establishment of congress that gave new momentum to the Nationalist movement. The reasons for the Formation of INC are: All the associations are headed by elites and … Read more DMPQ- What were the reasons for the formation of Indian National Congress?

DMPQ- Parliamentary control over executive is on decline. Discuss the factors responsible for it.

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In reality the parliamentary control over the executive is more theoretical than practical. The following factors are responsible for this: The administration has grown in volume and the Parliament has neither the time nor the expertise to control it. Parliamentarians are usually laymen who face difficulty in understanding the demands for grants which is technical … Read more DMPQ- Parliamentary control over executive is on decline. Discuss the factors responsible for it.

DMPQ- Government has taken various step towards boosting consumption. Enumerate the number of steps taken by government to boost consumption.

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Government has taken various measures to boost the incomes especially rural incomes to usher spending and consumption levels in the economy. Increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for all mandated Rabi crops and Kharif crops for 2019-20 season. To provide an assured income support to the small and marginal farmers, the cash transfer scheme … Read more DMPQ- Government has taken various step towards boosting consumption. Enumerate the number of steps taken by government to boost consumption.

DMPQ- What do you mean by Alternative dispute resolution? What are the significance of ADR?

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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) provides an alternative approach to traditional process of dispute resolution through litigation. It provides accessible, useful, informal, voluntary, speedy and inexpensive justice to contesting parties. ADR mechanisms in India inter-alia include arbitration, mediation/ conciliation, Lok Adalats and Consumer Dispute Redressal system. Significance of ADR: Mediation can play a very useful role … Read more DMPQ- What do you mean by Alternative dispute resolution? What are the significance of ADR?