Explain the cashless transaction mechanisms by (1) Bharat QR Code (2) UPI based banking applications.

Bharat QR Code Bharat QR Code is a payment mechanism by which a matrix bar code is generated which contains information about a particular link or item. The code is readable by a QR scanner. The code contains all the ..

What do you understand by evidence based policy making? In your view, how NITI Aayog would provide a good platform for a shift towards evidence-informed policy making?

Evidence-informed policymaking is an approach that aims to integrate the best available scientific evidence into the design of public policies. By leveraging the power of this approach; governments can reduce wasteful spending, expand innovative programs, and strengthen accountability. NITI Aayog ..

"Budget transparency and accountability are two of the eight basic indicators of good governance as propounded by United Nations."With this reference, critically discuss the principles followed in budgetary process in India.

Model Answer: Budget transparency and accountability are two of the eight basic indicators of good governance as propounded by United Nations. Budget transparency implies that government gives out all data regarding budget. Accountability refers to that; government is responsible for ..

To what extent the proposed Railway Regulatory Authority of India is different from earlier proposal of the Rail Tariff Committee. Critically examine its potential implications for Indian Railways.

Railway Regulatory Authority of India (RRAI) seems to be a super-authority on account of its functions such as: Acting as quasi judicial body in regulation of railways Consists of powers for economic, tariff, safety and fair acess regulation Power of ..

Highlight the multifaceted role played by ISRO in diversified developmental activities of the nation apart from its core work of launching satellites.

ISRO was established in the 1950s, as the spearhead of the Indian Space Program. In recent years, it has played a multifaceted role for the development of nation. Providing broadband connectivity to remote areas, e.g. J&K, North East. This spurs ..

Explain the term land degradation neutrality. Highlight its significance and the steps required to achieve it.

According to UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), land degradation neutrality is the state in which value of land providing economic and ecosystem services remains constant or increases over a period of time. Principles: AVOID – Aims at prevention of ..

Bring out arguments surrounding the debate of legalising lobbying in India to promote transparency.

Lobbying is defined as furtherance of a particular political/ economic agenda by directly dealing with political/ bureaucratic officers. Lobbying is often accompanied by exchange of monetary transactions often illegally causing corruption. Augusta westland case – Alleged corruption in purchase of ..

In context of the diversity of India, can it be said that regions form cultural units rather than the States? Give reasons with examples for your view point.

Each and every community has a different set of cultures from the aspect of language, attire, foods, lifestyle, behavior, music, etc. India is well known for its unity and diversity. History: In the post-independence time, demand for different states was ..

What are the NDMA's guidelines on Crowd Management?

NDMA had released an elaborate document at this link for integrated crowd management. As per this document, the integrated crowd management is based on several pillars such as capacity planning, risk assessment, improved preparedness planning, incidence response, capacity building etc. ..

Why was there a period of detente during the 1970s and 1980s and in what ways did detente manifest itself?

After the Vietnam War there was a period of détente during 1970s and 1980s. The outcomes of the war were devastating and the following are the reasons for permanent relaxation of tensions between the East and the West: The failure ..