Press Council of India (PCI)

Prelims Perspective:  What is the Press Council of India, its composition and powers. What needs to be known? Press Council of India (PCI) What is it?: PCI is a statutory (Indian Press Council Act, 1965), quasi-judicial body established to preserve … Continue reading

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Project Dolphin & Irrawaddy Dolphin

Prelims Perspective: What needs to be learned? What is Project Dolphin- Key species involved Status/sanctuaries and important facts  Irrawaddy Dolphin — distribution & conservation status What needs to be known? Project Dolphin What is it?: It is a flagship conservation … Continue reading

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Inter-State Water Disputes (ISWD)

Prelims Perspective: What needs to be learned? Constitutional provisions related to water disputes Inter-State Water Disputes Act, 1956 – key features Major Inter-State River Water Disputes in India What needs to be known? Constitutional Provisions Article 262:Parliament may provide for … Continue reading

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Kaziranga Corridor

What needs to be focused? What are wildlife corridors Significance of corridors Kaziranga National Park speciality What needs to be known? Wildlife Corridor What is it?: Wildlife or animal corridors are meant to ensure safe passage for animals between two … Continue reading

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