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It is a directive issued by political parties to ensure members attend and vote as per the party line. It is based on the conventions of the parliamentary government. Appointment of Whip Parties appoint senior members as Whip, to issue … Continue reading →

Minimum Support Price (MSP) is a mechanism through which the government supports farmers by purchasing their crops at a pre-determined price. This assured price encourages farmers to invest in quality seeds and technology without fear of distress sales.   What … Continue reading →

Delimitation is the act or process of fixing the limits or boundaries of territorial constituencies in a country to reflect population changes. The constitution mandates that the Commission’s orders are final and cannot be questioned before any court, and it … Continue reading →

It is a national park in Madhya Pradesh. It is nestled near the Vindhyan Hills. Major rivers in the region are the Kuno River, which is a tributary of the Chambal River. The region has tropical dry deciduous forests, savannah … Continue reading →

It is the movement of rock mass or debris down the slope, and it is a type of mass wasting. Landslide Vulnerability Zones of India Around 12.6% of the land area, excluding snow-covered areas, is prone to landslide hazards. Zones … Continue reading →

It is a freshwater dolphin species found in the lower parts of the Indus River in Pakistan and in the River Beas, a tributary of the Indus River in Punjab, India. Threats Unsustainable fishing The construction of dams led to … Continue reading →

The Chagos Archipelago consists of over 60 small islands located in the central Indian Ocean, south of the Maldives, and east of Seychelles. The largest island, Diego Garcia, hosts a key US-UK military base. It is the world’s largest marine … Continue reading →

A windfall tax is a special tax that governments impose on industries or entities earning unexpected, above-average profits due to external factors like market surges or geopolitical events. It is commonly levied on industries such as oil, gas, and mining. … Continue reading →

The National Education Policy 2020 aims to address issues of quality, equity, access, and affordability across all levels of education. It replaced the 34-year-old NEP of 1986. It is based on the recommendations of the Dr. K. Kasturirangan Committee. Targets … Continue reading →

Jyotirao Phule (11 April 1827 – 28 November 1890) was an Indian social reformer, writer, and advocate for equal rights for everyone, including the poor and women. Born in Pune, his wife is Savitribai Phule. Fact To Know Influenced by … Continue reading →