India’s complex system of government relies on a network of bodies, each with distinct roles and powers. Some of these bodies are enshrined in the Indian Constitution, while others are created through acts of Parliament to meet evolving needs. Constitutional bodies derive their power directly from the Indian Constitution, while non-constitutional bodies are formed by […]
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The Kothari Commission, officially known as the Indian Education Commission was formed in 1964 with the aim of examining the Indian education system and providing recommendations for its improvement. Since independence, various commissions like – the Radhakrishnan Commission, Mudaliar Commission, Knowledge Commission, and the National Policy on Education, have been established to enhance the Indian
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FCRA, basically known as FCRA Act 2010, is in the news because recently the Ministry of Home Affairs has declined the review of the FCRA Licence renewal application of a popular NGO known as Missionaries of Charity, which was founded by Mother Teresa, on the grounds that this organization was not adhering with some of
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The Panchayati Raj System decentralizes administrative powers to ensure development plans reach every region of the nation. This system provides local self-government, ensuring that development schemes are effectively implemented at the grassroots level. History The system was first introduced by the Rajasthan government in September 1959. Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru inaugurated it on October
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The term “Women Empowerment” refers to the process of empowering women and under this various programs are introduced to preserve the rights and dignity of women. The process may additionally include periodic awareness campaigns of the governments at different-different levels. To achieve the objectives of women’s empowerment, the government works to formulate and implement welfare
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