Internet Shutdown
Internet shutdowns are ordered under the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules, 2017, earlier was telegraph act 1885. Who can order it? Central Level: The Union Home Secretary. State Level: The State Home Secretary. Maximum … Continue reading
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was the founder of the Maratha Empire. He was born in Pune. What you need to know He was born to Shahaji Bhonsle, a Maratha general, and Jijabai. He established a robust naval force. The Council of … Continue reading
Parliamentary Committees
A Parliamentary Committee is a body constituted by the Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha, or nominated by the Speaker/Chairman, to carry out functions delegated by Parliament. Derive their authority from the Constitution under Article 105 (powers and privileges) and Article … Continue reading
Biopesticides
Biopesticides are pest-control agents derived from natural biological sources such as microorganisms, plants, animals, or certain minerals. Types of Biopesticides Microbial Biopesticides – Contain microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa). Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt)- Controls caterpillars Trichoderma viride – Controls soil-borne fungal … Continue reading
Vibrant Village Programme (VVP)
It is a centrally sponsored scheme focusing on border villages. Aim– Comprehensive development of the 2,967 villages in 46 blocks in 19 districts abutting the northern border in the States of Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, and UT of Ladakh Implemented … Continue reading
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
A regulatory body in the field of civil aviation primarily dealing with safety issues. Functions under the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) Became a statutory body in 2020 under the Aircraft (Amendment) Act. Key Functions of DGCA: Safety Oversight & … Continue reading