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National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is a national-level medical entrance examination conducted in India for students seeking admission to undergraduate medical courses (MBBS), dental courses (BDS), and postgraduate medical courses (MD/MS) in government and private medical colleges across ..

Chief Election Commissioner of India

The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India is the head of the Election Commission of India, a constitutional body responsible for administering and overseeing the electoral process in the country. The CEC is appointed by the President of India and ..

United Nations World Food Programme

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organisation addressing hunger and promoting food security. Established in 1961, the WFP operates in over 80 countries, providing food assistance to people in need, particularly in emergency situations ..

Member States of the United Nations

The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organisation that was established in 1945 with the primary objective of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting social progress, better living standards, and human rights. The UN ..

Water supply and Sanitation in India

Water supply and sanitation in India have been a major concern for the country, with a significant portion of the population lacking access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation facilities. The Indian government has been making efforts to address ..

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) is a ministry of the Government of India responsible for the exploration, production, refining, distribution, marketing, and conservation of petroleum, natural gas, and other liquid fuels. The ministry is headquartered in New ..

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination, and promotion of biomedical research. It is one of the oldest medical research bodies in the world, founded in 1911 as the Indian ..

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is a branch of the Government of India that oversees the development and promotion of youth affairs and sports in the country. It was established as an independent ministry in 2000, with the ..