CGPSC MAINS 2013 Paper-5

Points to Remember: India Vision 2020 was a long-term perspective plan. It aimed to achieve a developed India by 2020. It focused on various sectors like agriculture, industry, and services. It emphasized inclusive growth and poverty reduction. The plan’s implementation faced challenges and was not fully realized. Introduction: India Vision 2020, a document released by … Read more

Points to Remember: Purpose of Chhattisgarh Female Fund Key beneficiaries Schemes and initiatives under the fund Achievements and impact Challenges and limitations Introduction: The Chhattisgarh Female Fund is a state-level initiative aimed at empowering women in Chhattisgarh, India. While precise founding documents and initial announcements may not be readily available online in English, the fund’s … Read more

Points to Remember: Sectoral distribution of Chhattisgarh’s GDP at constant prices in 2012-13. Comparison with the sectoral distribution in 2005-06. Identification of growth and decline in different sectors. Understanding the economic shifts within Chhattisgarh. Introduction: The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the total monetary or market value of all the finished goods and services produced … Read more

Points to Remember: Location and characteristics of Industrial Growth Centres in Chhattisgarh. Key industries fostered in each centre. Infrastructure and support systems available. Challenges faced by these centres. Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state rich in natural resources, has been actively promoting industrial growth through the establishment of several Industrial Growth Centres (IGCs). These centres aim to … Read more

Points to Remember: Distinction between Reserved and Protected Forests based on legal status and management. Rights and access regulations within each category. Importance of both forest types for biodiversity conservation and ecosystem services. Challenges in managing and protecting these forest areas. Introduction: Forests are crucial for environmental sustainability and human well-being. In many countries, including … Read more

Points to Remember: Objective: To understand the tools and mechanisms used by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to manage the money supply and influence the economy. Key Components: Repo rate, reverse repo rate, cash reserve ratio (CRR), statutory liquidity ratio (SLR), open market operations (OMO), and bank rate. Impact: Monetary policy affects inflation, interest … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition and characteristics of a rolling plan. Advantages of a rolling plan (flexibility, adaptability, responsiveness). Disadvantages of a rolling plan (resource intensity, complexity, potential for inconsistency). Examples of rolling plans in practice (government budgeting, business strategy). Introduction: A rolling plan, also known as a moving plan or continuous plan, is a dynamic … Read more

Points to Remember: Definition and mechanism of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Advantages and disadvantages of DBT. Implementation challenges and solutions. Role of technology in DBT. Future prospects and potential improvements. Introduction: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) is a payment system used by the government to transfer subsidies, pensions, or other welfare benefits directly to the intended … Read more

Points to Remember: Chhattisgarh’s geographical diversity and its rich biodiversity. Key wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in Chhattisgarh. Existing conservation policies and their effectiveness. Challenges faced in wildlife conservation in Chhattisgarh. Future strategies and recommendations for improved conservation. Introduction: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, boasts significant biodiversity, encompassing diverse flora and fauna. Its varied … Read more

Points to Remember: Location of Dandakaranya plateau within Chhattisgarh. Major physical features: hills, rivers, forests. Geological composition and formation. Significance of the plateau’s features. Introduction: The Dandakaranya plateau, a significant geographical region, is primarily located in the southeastern part of Chhattisgarh state in India. It’s a vast, undulating plateau known for its dense forests, rich … Read more