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PRAGATI Portal for UPSC Preparation – Overview & Benefits

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Introduction Amid the dual challenges of escalating costs and regulatory hurdles in infrastructure development, India has set a global example with the PRAGATI Portal.  Recognized by a recent Oxford study, PRAGATI is reshaping infrastructure and social governance with its innovative approach to project implementation and monitoring. Understanding the PRAGATI Portal Launched in 2015 under the […]

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Integrated Theatre Commands | UPSC Prep

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Introduction India, home to one of the world’s most powerful and disciplined militaries, has a formidable strength of approximately 1.4 million personnel across its Army, Navy, and Air Force.  However, despite this impressive capability, the country lacks a unified apex-level structure to manage and integrate its military resources effectively during conflicts and ensure cohesive civil-military

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Falling Fertility Rates in India – Key Insights for UPSC

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Introduction India’s demographic landscape is shifting significantly, with declining fertility rates taking center stage in discussions about the country’s future.  A recent Lancet study projects that India’s Total Fertility Rate (TFR) could fall to 1.29 by 2050, well below the replacement level of 2.1. While this marks progress in population control, it also raises pressing

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Child Marriage in India: Issues & Solutions | UPSC Prep

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Introduction Child marriage remains one of India’s most pressing social challenges despite various efforts to curb it.  Recognizing the gravity of the issue, the Supreme Court has recently urged Parliament to consider amending the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (PCMA) of 2006 to prohibit child betrothals altogether.  The apex court emphasized that such practices infringe

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities | UPSC

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Introduction The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), observed annually on December 3, celebrates the resilience, contributions, and leadership of persons with disabilities (PwDs) worldwide.  This day serves as a reminder of the global commitment to fostering inclusivity, advocating for the rights of PwDs, and creating equitable opportunities for all.   This year’s theme is “Amplifying the leadership of persons with

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Places of Worship Act, 1991: Key Facts for UPSC Preparation

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Introduction (Places of Worship Act, 1991) The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, has once again become a topic of national debate, following disputes surrounding religious sites like Sambhal and Ajmer Sharif.  This law was introduced to maintain communal harmony by preserving the status of all religious sites as they were on August 15,

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