GPSC Prelims and Mains Notes, GPSC Test Series
GUJARAT Gujarat tops in penalizing meat sellers. Gujarat tops the country in fining meat and meat products sellers and slaughterhouses, according to records of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). The food safety agency data shows that penalties worth Rs1,66,81,000 were imposed upon misbranded or adulterated food samples including meat and … Read more
The Election Commission of India is an autonomous, quasi-judiciary constitutional body of India.It was established on 25 January 1950 under Article 324 of the Constitution of India. Originally the commission had only a Chief Election Commissioner. The commission presently consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners, appointed by the president. The President … Read more
Parliament is the central institution through which the will of the people is expressed, laws are passed and government is held to account. It plays a vital role in a democracy, and endeavours to be truly representative, transparent, accessible, accountable and effective in its many functions. The Parliament has two Houses–Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha. … Read more
The State Finance Commissions are required to recommend financial support from the state and principles for determination of taxes, tolls and fees that could be assigned to or appropriated by the local bodies Article 243I of the Indian Constitution prescribes that the Governor of a State shall, as soon as may be within one year … Read more
The Constitution of India begins with a Preamble which describes the nature of the Indian State and the objectives it is committed to secure. K.M. Munshi describes the Preamble as the political horoscope of the constitution. Thakur Dass Bhargawa says Preamble is the most precious part and the soul of the constitution. The Preamble reads: … Read more
GUJARAT Ensure oxygen in govt hospitals: Gujarat high court After the Gorakhpur tragedy which claimed 68 kids in a hospital which had depleted its oxygen supply, the Gujarat high court, cautioned the state government to ensure such a situation does not arise in Gujarat. In the present case, a dispute over tendering arose between A D … Read more
Union Executive:-President The Union executive consists of the President, the Prime minister and the Council of ministers. Powers and functions of The President of India The President is the head of the Indian State. He is the first citizen of India and acts as the symbol of unity, integrity and solidarity of the nation. Article … Read more
GUJARAT Gujarat mulls law to prevent ‘misuse of social media’ In a bid to restrict the “misuse of social media”, the Gujarat government has planned to enact a new law, which allows authorities to take legal action against those who post “objectionable content” online. Under new rules, police will have the power to arrest … Read more
GUJARAT Dry August pushes up power demand. The power demand in the state crossed 15,000 MW-mark as electricity used by the agriculture sector continued to rise. The average demand had fallen below 10,000 MW during the last week of July when the state had heavy rains and floods. The spike in power … Read more
Union Judiciary : The Supreme Court ; its role and powers The Supreme Court is the highest court of The Indian Republic. Judiciary, the third organ of the government, has an important role to play in the governance. It settles the disputes, interprets laws, protects fundamental rights and acts as guardian of the Constitution. India … Read more