ClearIAS Team

In India, uncontested elections occur when there is only one candidate nominated for a position, typically in legislative or local government elections, and therefore no voting is required for that specific seat. Read here to learn more. When is a candidate elected unopposed? What are the … [Read more...] about Uncontested Elections: What if only one candidate contests for a seat?

Raja Ravi Varma's contribution to Indian art is monumental, marking a significant turning point in its evolution and setting the stage for modern Indian art. His work reshaped artistic styles and influenced cultural perceptions and visual representation in India. Read here to learn more about his … [Read more...] about Raja Ravi Varma: Modern and Democratic Indian Artist

The new insurance rules came into effect on April 1st, 2024. What has the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India said about designing products for senior citizens? Will all types of existing medical conditions be accepted? Read here to learn more. The Insurance Regulatory and … [Read more...] about New insurance rules: How does it benefit senior citizens?

Public stockholding is a policy tool used by governments to purchase, store, and manage stocks of agricultural products or other commodities. Read here to learn more. This approach serves multiple objectives, including stabilizing prices, ensuring food security, supporting agricultural sectors, … [Read more...] about Public Stockholding: India seeks permanent solution at WTO

Inheritance tax, often referred to as estate duty in India, was a tax imposed on the value of property passed on after the death of an individual. Read here to learn more. The tax has a complex history, involving periods of implementation, abolition, and ongoing debates about its potential … [Read more...] about Inheritance Tax: The Controversy and History

Labour Day, or International Workers' Day, is celebrated on May 1st each year in many countries worldwide. Read here to learn the history and significance of Labour Day. It is a day dedicated to the labour movement and recognizes workers' social and economic achievements. The origins and … [Read more...] about International Labour day: History and Significance of May day

Desalination: What is it and how can it help tackle water scarcity? As the World Economic Forum’s 2024 Global Risks Report warns that a natural resources crisis is one of the leading global long-term threats, ways to tackle the water crisis are the need of the hour. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Desalination: a unique solution to Chennai water woes

The Marrakesh Agreement, established in 1994 and coming into effect on January 1, 1995, marked a significant evolution in global trade structures. It’s been 30 years since the agreement gave birth to WTO. Read here to learn more about the agreement. The Marrakesh Agreement establishing the World … [Read more...] about Marrakesh Agreement: 30 years of WTO

Agri-food policies are crucial in sustaining and protecting soil, water, air, and biodiversity (SWAB). Read here to learn more. Soil, water, air, and biodiversity (SWAB) are essential for maintaining the health and productivity of agricultural ecosystems and ensuring food security. Given the … [Read more...] about Agri-food policies for Soil, water, air, and biodiversity

Electoral reforms in India refer to the improvements and changes needed or proposed to enhance the electoral process's transparency, efficiency, and fairness over the years. Read here to learn more about them. Given the scale and complexity of conducting elections in the world's largest … [Read more...] about Electoral Reforms in India