Topic: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Q2. Analyse the significance of customary institutions in preserving tribal identity. What challenges arise when they interact with modern state structures? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question The question examines the continuing relevance of tribal customary institutions in contemporary India and the …
Context: Wildlife enforcement agencies have found that international poachers from Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra are increasingly using the North East–Myanmar corridor to smuggle wildlife parts into China. About Shift of wildlife trafficking to the North East–Myanmar corridor: What it is? It refers to the emerging use of India’s North Eastern states, especially Mizoram and Manipur, …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 3 December 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: IE Context: Recently, the Manipur government launched a review of the ILP system following violations, highlighting the importance of stringent implementation. About Inner Line Permit (ILP): What it Is: ILP is a travel document required by Indian citizens from outside certain states to enter and stay for a limited period in protected regions. Origin: …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: TH Context: The Manipur Police discovered three bodies, suspected to be those of missing abductees, in the Barak River amidst ongoing militant activities in the state. About Barak River: Origin and Course: Rises in the Manipur Hills, flows into Assam, and later enters Bangladesh as the Surma and Kushiyara rivers. Joins the Meghna River, …
FROM INSIGHTS MAGAZINE TEAM ARCHIVES January 09, 2014 NATIONAL & SOCIAL ISSUES Status Quo in the Definition Of Handloom Under Handloom Reservation Act The apprehension of a change in definition of ‘handloom’ has triggered speculation and insecurity amongst a section of weavers and handloom activities. It has given a mistaken impression on handloom activists that …
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In Prime Minister’s words, Naxalism is the biggest internal security threat being faced by India. He is not wrong. Naxals have killed more security personnel and civilians than victims claimed by terrorists and other extremists in North East India put together. Government has adopted both violent and peaceful strategies to tackle threat posed by naxals. …
