During the 72 hours of unrestrained bloodshed, vultures dined on the thousands of corpses that were left unclaimed on the streets of Calcutta. The "Great Calcutta Killings" provided conclusive evidence that India would eventually have to be divided. Read further to know more about Direct Action … [Read more...] about Direct Action Day: The Great Calcutta Killings
Archives for September 2022
Air Pollution: Types, Causes, and Effects
As we all know, modernization impacts positively as well as negatively. Pollution is one of the negative impacts, which leads to a threat to our earth. This article deals about Air pollution. Air Pollution is one of the most important topics for the UPSC Civil Services Exam. As we all know … [Read more...] about Air Pollution: Types, Causes, and Effects
Rabies: Causes, Prevention and Control
Every year on September 28, World Rabies Day is held to increase awareness of the deadly and infectious illness. The day signifies the need to strengthen global prevention and control efforts. Read here to learn about the causes, prevention, and treatment of the disease. The first rabies vaccine … [Read more...] about Rabies: Causes, Prevention and Control
NHRC: All About National Human Rights Commission
We all must be aware of human rights. The National human rights commission (NHRC) and the State human rights commission (SHRC) were established under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA), 1993. Read to know more about NHRC and SHRC. Human beings are social animals. They constantly … [Read more...] about NHRC: All About National Human Rights Commission
Quiet Quitting
Recently, the phrase "quiet quitting" or "silent quitting" has gained popularity. Does quiet quitting actually mean quitting a job? Why is it in the news recently? What are the reasons behind the quiet quitting? Read to know more. The phrase "quiet quitting" was first used by economist Mark … [Read more...] about Quiet Quitting
India-Brazil Relations
India-Brazil relations have seen substantial growth in the past decades. The recent BRICS and G4 meetings describe the importance of both nations at the global level. Read here to know more about their bilateral relations. The relationship between India and Brazil is extensive, encompassing every … [Read more...] about India-Brazil Relations
India-Germany Relations
India-Germany bilateral relations are based on commercial, cultural, and technological cooperation. Both countries are members of the G4 grouping, making the bilateral relation global. Read here to know more about the bilateral ties. The bilateral relations between India-Germany have become … [Read more...] about India-Germany Relations
The G4 Countries
Which are the G4 countries? What is the purpose of the grouping? What are the reforms needed in UNSC highlighted by the grouping? What is the Coffee club grouping? Read here to know the significance of the grouping and its demands. The G4 is a group of four countries- Brazil, Germany, India, and … [Read more...] about The G4 Countries
Moonlighting: Is it ethical or legal?
The idea of "moonlighting" is making headlines now. Is moonlighting a new phenomenon? Why is it in the news? Why many IT companies are against employees moonlighting? Read to know more. Moonlighting is not a new concept. We may remember some of our teachers, who worked in the school from 9 am … [Read more...] about Moonlighting: Is it ethical or legal?
Gender Budgeting: Definition, Process, and Significance
There are still gender disparities in opportunities and outcomes in public life, work, entrepreneurship, and education. Governments can use the budgeting process to advance equality. This can be done by implementing gender budgeting. Read to know more. Are men, women, or transgender equal? Do … [Read more...] about Gender Budgeting: Definition, Process, and Significance