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2014-12-25 10:19:00

What are Different UN conventions and laws on Prisoners and convicts?

What are Different UN conventions and laws on Prisoners and convicts? The UN does not have a single “prison law,” but it has a set of international rules, conventions, and guidelines that member states are expected to follow for the humane treatment of prisoners. These are globally recognized standards. UN Convention Against Tortu...

International Relations

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2013-12-25 00:52:00

Basic concepts used in Election process

1. EVM (Electronic Voting Machine): A machine used in elections for casting votes electronically instead of paper ballots. 2. VVPAT (Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail): A device attached to the EVM that shows a paper slip so voters can verify that their vote has been recorded correctly. 3. First-Level Checking (FLC): The initial te...

Polity & Governance

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2013-12-25 00:50:00

Basic Concepts about Amazon

Amazon is a global technology and e-commerce company founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994. 1. Amazon’s Market in India India is one of Amazon’s largest and fastest-growing markets globally. Amazon operates mainly in e-commerce, cloud services (AWS), digital payments, logistics, and entertainment. It competes with players like Fl...

Economy

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2013-12-25 00:49:00

Department of Posts – Key Concepts & Services

1. Ordinary Post (Simple Post) Used for regular letters, postcards, and documents. Cheapest service, but no tracking and no delivery guarantee. Suitable for non-urgent communication. 2. Speed Post Fastest postal service of India Post for letters and parcels. Provides tracking facility and time-bound delivery. Used for exams...

Society & Social Justice

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2013-12-25 00:43:00

Indian Trains: Types & Differences

1. Vande Bharat Express Category: Semi–High Speed, Premium Speed: 160–180 km/h Seats: Chair Car / Executive Chair Car Features: Automatic doors, modern interiors, fast acceleration Best for: Short–medium distance, fast & comfortable travel 2. Rajdhani Express Category: Premium Long Distance ...

Polity & Governance

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2013-12-25 00:40:00

Basic concepts on Unemployment

1. Unemployment A situation where people who are able and willing to work cannot find a job at the prevailing wage rate. 2.Unemployment Rate The percentage of the labor force that is unemployed. 3. Labor Force The total number of people who are employed + unemployed and actively seeking work. 4.Types of Unemployment Frictional: Sh...

International Relations

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2013-12-25 00:39:00

What is the G7? Why was it formed?

The G7 (Group of Seven) is an international forum of seven of the world’s most advanced and wealthy democracies. These countries meet every year to discuss and coordinate global policies on economics, security, climate change, technology, and international crises. Members of the G7 The seven countries are: United States United K...

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2013-12-25 00:35:00

Why are India-Bangladesh relations strained? Related concepts

India–Bangladesh relations have become strained mainly due to trade imbalances, border tensions, and political shifts in Dhaka. One is India's asylum to former Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina who is now convicted of many crimes in her home country and Bangladesh is demanding her extradition. Bangladesh has long complained about a larg...

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2013-12-25 00:31:00

Why are the governments impose gaming bans? Related concepts

Governments argue bans are needed to: Prevent addiction and financial loss Protect children and vulnerable users Stop illegal betting and money laundering Maintain public order and morality Address suicides and social harm linked to excessive gaming 2. Which Games Are Banned or Not in India? 1. GENERALLY LEGA...

Society & Social Justice

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2013-12-25 00:29:00

Difference between EPF, PPF, NPS and mutual fund

1. EPF (Employees’ Provident Fund) Meaning: A retirement savings scheme for salaried employees. Definition: EPF is a government-backed fund where both the employee and employer contribute a fixed percentage of salary every month for retirement. Key Details: Mandatory for most salaried employees Employee + employer contribute (u...

Economy

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2013-12-25 00:27:00

Summary of 4 labour codes enforced recently and related concepts

India’s four Labour Codes—Code on Wages (2019), Industrial Relations Code (2020), Social Security Code (2020), and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (2020)—were introduced to simplify and modernize the country’s complex labour laws by merging 29 existing laws into 4 unified codes. The Code on Wages...

Polity & Governance

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2013-12-25 00:24:00

About Green Hydrogen and National Green Hydrogen Mission

Different types of Hydrogen fuel Type How It Is Made Pollution? Green Hydrogen From water using renewable electricity No pollution Blue Hydrogen From natural gas + carbon capture Low pollution Grey Hydrogen From natural gas High pollution Brown/Blac...

Science & Technology

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2012-12-25 15:42:00

About India–U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership (CGSP) and iCET

The India–U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership (CGSP) is the highest level of diplomatic relationship between the two countries. It was formally elevated during PM Narendra Modi’s visit to the U.S. in 2020, and has since become the central framework guiding cooperation across multiple sectors. What the Partnership Means?...

International Relations

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2012-12-25 15:31:00

Areas of cooperation between India and the USA

India–US Trade In 2024, total India–US bilateral trade (goods + services) was about $212.4 billion. India’s goods exports to the US were approximately $87.3 billion. US goods exports to India were around $41.5 billion. Total goods trade between the two countries reached about $128.9 billion. The US recorded a goods t...

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2012-12-25 15:28:00

Difference Between Legal vs Illegal Recruitment Agents

Legal Recruitment Agents These are recruitment agencies registered and licensed under government rules (in India, the Emigration Act 1983 or Ministry of External Affairs). Characteristics: Have a valid government license Provide written contracts with job details, salary, and conditions Charge only approved fees (or zero fees i...

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2012-12-25 15:23:00

About AI, LLM and GPU

1. What is AI Model Training? Training means teaching an AI model using large amounts of data so it can generate answers or make predictions. It requires massive computing power. 2. What is an LLM (Large Language Model)? Models like ChatGPT or Google Gemini are called LLMs. They understand and generate human-like text using ver...

Science & Technology

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2012-12-25 15:21:00

What are the Basic Concepts of Insurance?

1. बीमा (Insurance) क्या होता है? एक financial protection system जहाँ आप premium देकर future की बड़ी financial risk (जैसे बीमारी, दुर्घटना, death, नुकसान) से सुरक्षा खरीदते हैं। 2. Premium क्या होता है? बीमा पॉलिसी खरीदने के लिए हर महीने/साल जो पैसा दिया जाता है उसे premium कहते हैं। Premium जितना कम, पॉलिसी उतनी सस्ती। 3. I...

Economy

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2012-12-25 15:17:00

What is the India–U.S. COMPACT?

COMPACT stands for: Catalyzing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Prosperity, Accelerated Commerce & Technology It is a 21st-century strategic cooperation framework launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump in February 2025 during Modi’s visit to Washington D.C. Purpose of CO...

International Relations

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2012-12-25 15:01:00

Why Tariffs Become an Issue Between India & the U.S? Meaning of Tariffs etc

Why Tariffs Become an Issue Between India & the U.S. The U.S. argues that India’s tariffs are high on items like agriculture products, automobiles, and medical devices. India argues tariffs are needed to protect farmers, small industries, and local manufacturing. Disputes arise when one country feels its exporters are treated un...

International Relations

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2011-12-25 16:17:00

Ramzan in Rajya Sabha flags religious objections

During the special Vande Mataram debate in the Rajya Sabha, NC’s Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan said Muslims have no objection to standing when the national song is sung, but reciting goes against Islamic belief, which does not permit bowing before deities. He emphasised respect for all religions and urged that Muslim sentiments be equally respected...

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