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What is one of the challenges associated with conducting simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and all State assemblies?
What is one of the challenges associated with conducting simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and all State assemblies?
Which principle may be challenged by the practice of holding elections simultaneously with fixed terms?
Which principle may be challenged by the practice of holding elections simultaneously with fixed terms?
What is a concern regarding federalism in the context of simultaneous elections?
What is a concern regarding federalism in the context of simultaneous elections?
What logistical requirement is essential for organizing simultaneous elections (One Nation, One Election)?
What logistical requirement is essential for organizing simultaneous elections (One Nation, One Election)?
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What potential advantage may national political parties have in simultaneous elections?
What potential advantage may national political parties have in simultaneous elections?
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What type of judgment did the Supreme Court deliver regarding the custodial death case?
What type of judgment did the Supreme Court deliver regarding the custodial death case?
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What was the conviction of the police officers involved in the custodial death case?
What was the conviction of the police officers involved in the custodial death case?
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What important aspect needs to be balanced with the efficiency gains of simultaneous elections?
What important aspect needs to be balanced with the efficiency gains of simultaneous elections?
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What is the maximum age until which a Supreme Court judge can serve in India?
What is the maximum age until which a Supreme Court judge can serve in India?
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Which system requires consultation from multiple senior judges for appointments in the Supreme Court?
Which system requires consultation from multiple senior judges for appointments in the Supreme Court?
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Who has the authority to appoint judges to the Supreme Court of India?
Who has the authority to appoint judges to the Supreme Court of India?
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What is one requirement for being appointed as a judge in the Supreme Court of India?
What is one requirement for being appointed as a judge in the Supreme Court of India?
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How many judges, including the Chief Justice, are currently authorized in the Supreme Court of India?
How many judges, including the Chief Justice, are currently authorized in the Supreme Court of India?
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Under what provision can a Supreme Court judge be removed from office?
Under what provision can a Supreme Court judge be removed from office?
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Which article of the Constitution mentions the provisions for the Supreme Court of India?
Which article of the Constitution mentions the provisions for the Supreme Court of India?
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What is one of the criteria that allows financial autonomy for Supreme Court judges?
What is one of the criteria that allows financial autonomy for Supreme Court judges?
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What is the primary aim of the NAMASTE Programme?
What is the primary aim of the NAMASTE Programme?
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What percentage of sewer and septic tank workers (SSWs) have been validated as of 2023-24?
What percentage of sewer and septic tank workers (SSWs) have been validated as of 2023-24?
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Which category of social composition has the highest representation among manual scavengers, according to the 2018 data?
Which category of social composition has the highest representation among manual scavengers, according to the 2018 data?
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What is one of the challenges faced in the profiling of sewer and septic tank workers?
What is one of the challenges faced in the profiling of sewer and septic tank workers?
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What financial support has been provided to beneficiaries in the NAMASTE Programme?
What financial support has been provided to beneficiaries in the NAMASTE Programme?
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Which practice is proposed as a best practice in sanitation solutions?
Which practice is proposed as a best practice in sanitation solutions?
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How many manual scavengers received a cash transfer as per the 2018 data?
How many manual scavengers received a cash transfer as per the 2018 data?
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What does the term 'sanipreneurs' refer to in the context of the NAMASTE Programme?
What does the term 'sanipreneurs' refer to in the context of the NAMASTE Programme?
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What is the primary mandate of the 23rd Law Commission?
What is the primary mandate of the 23rd Law Commission?
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How long is the term for the 23rd Law Commission?
How long is the term for the 23rd Law Commission?
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Which aspect will the 23rd Law Commission examine related to laws affecting the poor?
Which aspect will the 23rd Law Commission examine related to laws affecting the poor?
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What is a key goal regarding Judicial Administration as per the 23rd Law Commission?
What is a key goal regarding Judicial Administration as per the 23rd Law Commission?
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Which of the following is NOT a focus area for the 23rd Law Commission?
Which of the following is NOT a focus area for the 23rd Law Commission?
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What does the Vishvasya Blockchain Technology Stack offer?
What does the Vishvasya Blockchain Technology Stack offer?
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What is the fundamental characteristic of Blockchain technology?
What is the fundamental characteristic of Blockchain technology?
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Which of the following is a suggested action in the Terms of Reference for the 23rd Law Commission?
Which of the following is a suggested action in the Terms of Reference for the 23rd Law Commission?
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What type of electric vehicle is powered solely by batteries and produces zero emissions?
What type of electric vehicle is powered solely by batteries and produces zero emissions?
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Which advanced battery technology is mentioned as a focus for research and development?
Which advanced battery technology is mentioned as a focus for research and development?
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What is one of the primary objectives of the E-Vehicle policy approved by the Union Government?
What is one of the primary objectives of the E-Vehicle policy approved by the Union Government?
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What is the minimum investment requirement set by the E-Vehicle policy for manufacturers?
What is the minimum investment requirement set by the E-Vehicle policy for manufacturers?
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How long do manufacturers have to set up their facilities according to the policy?
How long do manufacturers have to set up their facilities according to the policy?
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Which type of electric vehicle can be charged externally and uses both electric and gasoline power?
Which type of electric vehicle can be charged externally and uses both electric and gasoline power?
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What is a crucial factor for ensuring long-term sustainability of electric vehicles?
What is a crucial factor for ensuring long-term sustainability of electric vehicles?
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The domestic value addition criteria require what percentage of value addition within 3 years?
The domestic value addition criteria require what percentage of value addition within 3 years?
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What is the primary characteristic of the middle-income trap?
What is the primary characteristic of the middle-income trap?
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Which of the following factors contributes to India's vulnerability to the middle-income trap?
Which of the following factors contributes to India's vulnerability to the middle-income trap?
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What percentage of India's GDP is spent on R&D investments?
What percentage of India's GDP is spent on R&D investments?
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What challenge does India's manufacturing sector face?
What challenge does India's manufacturing sector face?
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What is a contributing factor to the worsening prospects of middle-income countries migrating to high-income levels?
What is a contributing factor to the worsening prospects of middle-income countries migrating to high-income levels?
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What proportion of India's workforce has undergone formal skill training?
What proportion of India's workforce has undergone formal skill training?
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What is the classification for a lower middle-income country according to the World Bank?
What is the classification for a lower middle-income country according to the World Bank?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding income inequality in India?
Which of the following statements is true regarding income inequality in India?
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Study Notes
TNPSC Group I Mains Test Series 2024 - September (English Medium)
- This document is for a TNPSC Group I Mains Test Series from September 2024.
- It covers aspects of modern Indian history and Indian culture, focusing on the Indus Valley Civilization.
- The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) lasted from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE.
- The IVC was also known as the Harappan Civilization, named after the Harappa site.
- The civilization stretched across northeast Afghanistan, Pakistan, and western and northwestern India.
- The IVC was known for urban planning, baked brick houses, advanced drainage and water systems, and skilled craftsmanship.
- The civilization thrived along the Indus River basins and networks of rivers, including the Ghaggar-Hakra River.
- Archaeological discoveries, such as Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, were made by Daya Ram Sahni and Rakhal Das Banerji.
- The IVC's area spanned 1.5 million sq km.
- The IVC's contributions rival ancient civilizations.
- The document discusses features of city planning, sanitation systems, planned neighborhoods, cultural diversity, and environmental awareness, highlighting lessons from the IVC for contemporary cities.
- The Irula tribe, a PVTG in Tamil Nadu, plays a vital role in anti-snake venom production, but continues to struggle with poverty.
- The Irula tribe resides primarily in the Nilgiris region, with communities also present in Karnataka and Kerala.
- Their culture values ancestor worship.
- Anthropological studies suggest their migration from Africa.
- They speak the Irula language, written in Tamil script.
- The series also addresses gender discrimination, including the need to change the male mindset, the importance of women's reservation, and initiatives such as Beti Padhao and Mudra.
- Subtle gender discrimination is identified with examples from the workplace.
- India ranks 108th out of 193 countries on the Gender Inequality Index (GII) in 2023-24.
- Steps like the Equal Remuneration Act (1976) and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao aim to curb gender discrimination.
- The CVC report (2023) highlights the number of corruption complaints against railway employees, followed by public sector banks and Delhi local bodies.
- Corruption's characteristics and the reasons behind it in India's administration are detailed.
- Social, ethical, and economic reasons behind corruption are also listed.
- The role of the National Commission for Women (NCW) in India and challenges facing it is addressed.
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