The law was introduced during the time of Rajiv Gandhi to prevent MP’s /MLA’s defecting from their political parties to another party for money or power. It seeks to provide a stable government by ensuring the legislators do not switch … Continue reading →

The Security Council is one of the six organs of the UN and is responsible for maintaining international peace and security Membership It consists of 15 members: 5 permanent members (P5) with veto power—China, France, Russia, the UK, and the … Continue reading →

What is it? The repo rate (repurchase rate) is the interest rate at which the central bank(RBI) lends money to commercial banks. Who decides the repo rate? The monetary policy committee of the RBI decides the repo rate. Why is … Continue reading →

What is a drone? Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are aircraft with no pilot. India has many drones for military purposes, which are both indigenous and imported. DRDO is the main manufacturer of indigenous drones. UPSC expects aspirants to … Continue reading →

The protocol aims to limit and reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions. The protocol entered into force from 2005. Features The protocol places more responsibility upon developed countries. It brought the principle of “common but differentiated responsibility and respective capabilities”. It … Continue reading →