BRICS, initially known as BRIC, was conceptualized in 2001 by British Economist Jim O’Neill to signify the emerging economies of Brazil, Russia, India, and China, which shared similar characteristics and were poised to shape the global economy in the future. The idea remained a theoretical assessment until 2009 when these four nations convened for the… Read More »
ASEAN, short for the Association of South-East Asian Nations, comprises 10 member countries and was established in 1967. Its headquarters are situated in Jakarta, Indonesia. The member nations, all geographically located in South-East Asia, include Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, and Brunei. The organization’s motto is “One Vision, One Identity, One… Read More »
“The Quad remains a group of friends who share many things but not a common enemy” During its inception, there were expectations that the Quad would emerge as a united front against China’s assertive and expansionist actions. However, it has become evident that the Quad primarily focuses on its constructive goals and avoids direct confrontations… Read More »
Purple Revolution The Purple Revolution, alternatively referred to as the Lavender Revolution, characterizes the expansion of lavender cultivation in the Indian region of Jammu and Kashmir. This agricultural endeavour is bolstered by the government-led Aroma Mission. Aroma/lavender cultivation has become a popular option in farming for agricultural Start-up in J&K. In celebration of India’s 75th… Read More »
Important key Points on INS Karanj The Indian Navy has welcomed its third Scorpene-class conventional diesel-electric submarine, INS Karanj, into its fleet. Preceding this addition, the class’s initial submarine, INS Kalvari, became operational in December 2017, followed by INS Khanderi in September 2019. Additionally, the fourth submarine, Vela, entered the water in May 2019, while… Read More »
INDIA-RUSSIA Relations “Russia is a Pacific Power which has Indian Ocean interests” while “India is an Indian Ocean power with very strong and growing Pacific interest” The relationship between the two nations has evolved significantly, marked by a notable transformation in various key areas of cooperation: This qualitative shift in the relationship underscores the multi-faceted… Read More »
Historical Background: Evolution of MGNREGA Pre-Independence Era: The notion of self-reliance in India has deep historical roots, dating back to the colonial era in the 19th century. An Englishwoman named Rachel Metcalf introduced the concept of Quaker Service to India during the famines of 1895-96 and 1899-1900. Her objective was to provide selfless service to… Read More »
ANCIENT AND MODERN PHILOSOPHERS Ancient Wisdom: Exploring Happiness and Virtue The quest for wellness and happiness has captivated the minds of ancient thinkers, both from foreign lands and India, and their profound insights have revolved around the core of ethics. Ethics, in their worldview, emerged from a blend of religious texts, theoretical principles, and practical… Read More »
E-Governance, or electronic governance, as defined by the 2nd Administrative Reform Commission (ARC) Report, involves the utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to execute governance duties and achieve governance objectives. The World Bank characterizes E-Governance as government agencies’ use of information technologies, including Wide Area Networks, the Internet, and mobile computing, to revolutionize their… Read More »
E Sewa Kendra: Bridging the Digital Gap Introduction: E Sewa Kendra have been introduced to address the digital divide by offering e-filing services to lawyers and litigants. They serve as a convenient gateway to access citizen-centric court services and case-related information. Expanding Access: Initially implemented in all High Courts and one District Court as a… Read More »