The farmer uprising in the Phulaguri area of middle Assam in October 1861 was one of the early peasant movements in the Indian freedom struggle. It marked a significant shift towards non-cooperation, as the farmers in Phulaguri boldly refused to pay taxes to the British authorities, standing up against foreign oppression. In 1861, the British […]
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The “One Nation One Ration Card” program, or ONORC for short, aims to provide nationwide portability for ration cards. This means that those who benefit from the National Food Security Act (NFSA) can access their foodgrains from any fair price shop (FPS) across the country, regardless of where they are. Detailed Overview: • Nationwide Portability:
The scheme utilizes the One District One Product (ODOP) approach to maximize the benefits of scale when it comes to sourcing inputs, accessing shared services, and marketing products. The ODOP framework will help develop the value chain and ensure that support infrastructure is aligned. It’s important to note that a single district might have multiple
On September 23, 2013, the National Urban Livelihoods Mission was introduced by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, replacing the existing SJSRY initiative. The mission aims to uplift the living standards of the urban poor.With this aim the following Components have been conceptualized: Social Mobilization and Institution Development (SM & ID) The component
The “Next Below Rule” (NBR) is a guideline that allows officers who are working outside their usual roles to receive a temporary promotion in their original department, even if all their superiors have already been promoted. This ensures that they don’t miss out on a promotion they would have earned if they had stayed in
The New Saraighat Bridge is a major road bridge that crosses the Brahmaputra River in Assam, India. It serves as a crucial link between Guwahati on the south bank and North Guwahati on the north bank, ensuring smooth transportation for people traveling between Assam and the rest of Northeast India. Detailed Overview: Significance
The Navagraha temple, perched on the Chitrasal hills, is dedicated to the nine planets of our solar system. Inside the temple, each of these planets is symbolized by a Shivalinga, draped in vibrant colored cloths that represent their respective celestial bodies. This temple’s history stretches back to the 18th century, as evidenced by the inscriptions
The National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development (NIPCCD) is a government agency in New Delhi, India, operating under the Ministry of Women and Children Development. Its mission is to promote voluntary action, research, training, and documentation in the fields of women empowerment and child development across the country. Founded in 1966, the institute
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The National Education Policy of 2020 (NEP) aims to bring about a significant change in the education landscape by establishing “an education system deeply rooted in Indian values that plays a direct role in transforming India, or Bharat, into a fair and dynamic knowledge society. This will be achieved by ensuring high-quality education for everyone,
The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, commonly known as the NDPS Act, serves as the main legal framework in India for managing and overseeing narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. This legislation was put in place to combat drug abuse and illegal trafficking, establishing strict laws to address drug-related offenses. Key Provisions of the
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