CGPSC MAINS 2020 Paper-7

Points to Remember: Mandate: The Department’s primary role is the welfare and development of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in Chhattisgarh. Key Areas: This includes education, health, economic empowerment, social justice, and infrastructure development specifically targeted at these communities. Implementation: The department works through various schemes, programs, and collaborations with other government bodies … Read more

Points to Remember: Section 170(B) of the Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code, 1959, deals with the power of the Collector to make certain declarations regarding land ownership. It involves a process for resolving disputes related to land ownership and possession. The section aims to provide a relatively quick and efficient mechanism for resolving such disputes. The … Read more

Points to Remember: NEP 2020’s focus on holistic development and skill-based learning. Integration of vocational education with academics. Emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Role of technology in enhancing learning outcomes. Challenges in implementation and potential solutions. Introduction: The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, adopted by the Indian government, represents a significant overhaul of … Read more

Points to Remember: Current employment generation schemes Focus on skill development Initiatives for specific demographics (women, youth, marginalized communities) Challenges and limitations of current policies Future directions and policy recommendations Introduction: India’s employment landscape is vast and complex, characterized by a large informal sector and a significant unemployment rate. The Government of India (GoI) has … Read more

Points to Remember: National Law Universities (NLUs) and their role in legal education reform. The concept of “Second Generation Reforms” in the Indian context. The impact of NLUs on legal education, access to justice, and the legal profession. Challenges faced by NLUs and potential areas for improvement. Introduction: The establishment of National Law Universities (NLUs) … Read more

Points to Remember: The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), now renamed the Ministry of Education (MoE), aims to improve the quality and access to education and skill development in India. Its objectives encompass various levels of education, from early childhood care to higher education and skill development. The ministry’s work is guided by national … Read more

Points to Remember: Universal access to quality primary education. Equity in resource allocation and teacher training. Addressing disparities based on gender, socioeconomic status, and location. Importance for individual and societal development. Introduction: “An Equal Primary Education” signifies a system where all children, regardless of their background, have equal opportunities to access quality primary education. This … Read more

Points to Remember: UN’s intervention in the Korean War. The Security Council’s role and resolutions. The composition of the UN forces. Limitations and controversies surrounding UN involvement. The war’s impact on the UN’s role in future conflicts. Introduction: The Korean War (1950-1953) stands as a pivotal moment in the history of the United Nations (UN), … Read more

Points to Remember: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and its principles. The role and limitations of Human Rights Commissions (HRCs) in communist-dictatorship governments. The inherent conflict between communist ideology and fundamental human rights. Examples of HRCs in communist states and their effectiveness (or lack thereof). Introduction: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted … Read more

Points to Remember: The 102nd Amendment Act, 2018, established the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC). Article 338B details the composition, powers, and functions of the NCBC. The amendment aimed to strengthen the protection and empowerment of backward classes. The Act grants the NCBC quasi-judicial powers. Introduction: The Indian Constitution, a living document, undergoes amendments … Read more