The Officers of the Mauryan Empire were part of a well-organized administrative structure with officials who played key roles in governing the vast empire. The empire existed in ancient India from approximately 322 BCE to 185 BCE. Read further for the easy-to-learn compilation of officers of the … [Read more...] about Officers of the Mauryan Empire: Easy to Learn Compilation
Archives for November 2016
Officers during the Vedic Period: Easy to Learn Compilation
During early Vedic period (BC 1500-BC 1000), Aryans were organised into tribes rather than kingdoms. The chief of a tribe was called a rajan. The autonomy of the rajan was restricted by the tribal councils called sabha and samiti. The two bodies were, in part, responsible for the governance of the … [Read more...] about Officers during the Vedic Period: Easy to Learn Compilation
Cut Motions: Policy Cut, Economy Cut, and Token Cut
What is meant by policy cut, economy cut, or token cut motions? You might have noticed about the Demand for Grants while going through Indian Budget. These are demands usually made in respect of the grant proposed for each Ministry. But Parliament being the authority to check the … [Read more...] about Cut Motions: Policy Cut, Economy Cut, and Token Cut
Rs.500, Rs.1000 Currency Notes Scrapped: What you need to know
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the demonetisation of Rs. 1000 and Rs. 500 notes with effect from midnight. This step makes these notes invalid from today. Apart from this, government has also reduced the cash withdrawal limits from banks and ATMs. The move is seen as a major assault on … [Read more...] about Rs.500, Rs.1000 Currency Notes Scrapped: What you need to know
The Election Process of US President: Made Simple
How to become the President of the United States of America (USA)? What is the election process of the US President? To learn about the US Presidential election process, you need to know about the caucuses and primaries, the national conventions, and the electoral college. Read to know more … [Read more...] about The Election Process of US President: Made Simple
National Disaster Management Plan for Animals
Indian government released a national disaster management plan for animals. Under the plan, rescue and relief of animals will now be an integral part of disaster operations in the country. The plan for the first time ensures that animals will be included in disaster preparations, potentially saving … [Read more...] about National Disaster Management Plan for Animals
National Disaster Management Plan 2016
National Disaster Management Plan (NDMP), 2016 is the first-ever national plan prepared in the country for disaster management. With the National Disaster Management Plan 2016, India has aligned our National Plan with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, to which India is a … [Read more...] about National Disaster Management Plan 2016
Unified Payment Interface (UPI): Made Simple
Unified Payment Interface (UPI) is recently in the news. UPI is believed to have revolutionized the way Indians do banking. In this post, we will see what UPI is and how safe is to use UPI. In February 2024, NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) in partnership with Lyra, a French leader in … [Read more...] about Unified Payment Interface (UPI): Made Simple
10 Benefits of Goods and Service Tax (GST)
Goods and Service Tax (GST) is a single tax on the supply of goods and services, right from the manufacturer to the consumer. GST is one indirect tax for the whole nation, which will make India one unified common market. The benefits of Goods and Service Tax (GST) GST is beneficial not only for … [Read more...] about 10 Benefits of Goods and Service Tax (GST)
Difference between Full Budget and Vote on Account
While studying Budget related topics, many are confused about the differences between full budget, interim budget, and vote on account. Don't worry! We hope this post will clear all your queries! To understand the connection better, I recommend you to understand the following rule first. Rule: … [Read more...] about Difference between Full Budget and Vote on Account
