India, with its rich linguistic heritage, has recognized several languages as “Classical Languages.” As of the latest update, six languages have been granted the status of Classical Language by the Government of India. These languages are: Tamil (declared in 2004) Sanskrit (declared in 2005) Kannada (declared in 2008) Telugu (declared in 2008) Malayalam (declared in […]
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String theory is a interesting idea in modern physics that tries to explain everything in the universe using one single framework. Right now, we have two successful but separate ways of understanding the world: quantum mechanics (which deals with tiny particles like electrons) and general relativity (which explains how massive objects like stars and planets
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In India, the nuclear power programme focuses on different types of nuclear reactors, each with unique features and roles in supporting the country’s energy needs. Here are the key types of reactors and their features. 1. Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) Features: PHWRs use heavy water (deuterium oxide) as both a moderator and a coolant.
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The Future Circular Collider (FCC) is an ambitious project proposed by CERN (European Organisation for Nuclear Research) to build the world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator. It is envisioned as the successor to the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), located at the Franco-Swiss border. The FCC aims to push the boundaries of particle physics, exploring
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Mission Karmayogi, launched by the Government of India in 2020, is a capacity-building programme aimed at reforming and empowering civil servants through competency-based learning and training. Its vision is to create a professional, efficient, and accountable civil service that can deliver services effectively and responsibly at the grassroots level. By focusing on high standards of
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The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, replacing the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, represents a crucial shift in India’s legal system, attempting to align with modern principles of justice, such as fairness, equality, victim-centric justice, and efficiency. While the IPC served its purpose in colonial India, its approach to justice was largely punitive and disconnected
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In India, while the number of women in public service has been increasing, female public servants face gender-specific challenges that hinder their ability to perform effectively and maintain high standards of probity. These challenges stem from societal biases, workplace discrimination, and personal safety concerns, all of which are compounded by traditional gender roles and expectations.
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The 7th Report of the Second ARC, titled “Capacity Building for Conflict Resolution – Friction to Fusion,” addresses the various forms of internal conflicts in India and provides comprehensive strategies to mitigate and resolve them. The report examines conflicts stemming from ethnic, communal, regional, socio-economic, and insurgency-related issues and recommends solutions for better governance and
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1. Which of the following nuclear fuel types can be converted into fissile fuel through transmutation? a) Fissionable fuel b) Fissile fuel c) Fertile fuel d) Reactor-grade fuel Answer: c) Fertile fuel Explanation: Fertile fuel, such as Thorium-232, cannot undergo fission directly but can be converted into a fissile fuel (e.g., Uranium-233) through the process
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1. Which of the following statements best describes isotopes? a) Atoms with the same number of neutrons but different protons b) Atoms with the same number of protons but different neutrons c) Atoms with different atomic numbers but the same mass number d) Atoms with the same number of electrons but different protons Answer: b)
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