Rakesh Garhwal

Join Telegram Channel Why in News According to the National Election Watch (NEW) and Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR), in the Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, at least 1,157 out of 6,318 candidates have criminal cases against them. •NEW is a nationwide campaign since 2002 comprising more than 1200 Non- governmental Organizations (NGOs) and other citizen led organizations working  together on electoral reforms, improving democracy and governance in India. •ADR is an Indian NGO established in 1999 situated in New Delhi. Key Points •About: • The criminalization of politics means the participation of criminals in politics  which includes that criminals can contest in the elections and get elected as  members of the Parliament and the State legislature. It takes place primarily  due to the nexus between politicians and criminals. Legal Aspect of Disqualification of Criminal Candidates •In this regard, Indian Constitution ...

How to Tackle Naxalism in India? ✔️Naxalism & Maoism ●The term Naxalism derives its name from the village Naxalbari of West Bengal. It originated as rebellion against local landlords by the ideologues of left-wing extrem groups for rightful redistribution of the land to working peasants.  ◆These extremists were known as naxals and their movement was called as naxal movement, which has, later spread across the Eastern India; in less developed areas of states such as Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.  ●The naxals supported Maoist political ideology and outfits. Maoism is a variant of communism developed by Mao Tse Tung. The Maoist insurgency doctrine glorifies violence as the primary means to overwhelm the existing democratic state structure . ✔️Reasons for the Spread of Naxalism ●Land Reforms: The failure of implementation of land reforms (land ceiling and redistribution of land to landless) that affected both social and economic conditions of the people. ●Social ine...

Compulsory Military Training ●it is a form of compulsory enlistment of local people in national service or military service. It is something that is going on from ages in some places, and really helped people.  ●In India also, some people are in favor of compulsory military training. They want the central government to seriously consider the proposal of military training in educational institutes. Arguments in favour - ◆India faces the shortage of military officers, and the step could help the government to get the required number. ◆It will provide a morale boost and a stronger representation to the army brigade of Himachal Pradesh. ◆The restructuring of regiments by making military training compulsory will lower down the walls of differences between rural and urban India, the different states and the communities. ◆The compulsory military training will be a form of vocational training that will utilize some years of youth life for constructive purposes. ◆Military training will inst...

The Shaurya Chakra is an Indian military decoration awarded for valour, courageous action or self-sacrifice while not engaged in direct action with the enemy. It may be  awarded to civilians as well as military personnel , sometimes posthumously. It is  third in order of precedence  of peacetime gallantry awards and comes after the Ashoka Chakra and the Kirti Chakra. It precedes the Sena Medal. Order of precedence  of these awards is the ParamVir Chakra, the Ashoka Chakra, the Mahavir Chakra, the Kirti Chakra, the Vir Chakra and the Shaurya Chakra. It is the peacetime equivalent of the Vir Chakra. It is generally awarded for Counter-Insurgency operations and actions against the enemy during peace-time. Following categories of persons are eligible for the Shaurya Chakra: Officers and men and women of all ranks of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force, of any of the Reserve Forces, of the Territorial Army, Militia and of any other lawfully constituted forces. Nursing of...

Urbanisation:  Urbanisation is the population shift from villages or rural areas to urban areas. Urban areas are important towns in terms of administration, employment, trade, commerce etc. Good/Pros: 1. Urban areas provide more employment opportunities. For example cities like Bangalore have become epicentre of IT sector in India 2. Cities are the hub of education, be it secondary school or higher education.  3. Cities are equipped with more efficient basic amenities like water, electricity, health etc  4. Caste identities and stereotypes are less dominant in urban areas as compared to rural areas.  5. Urban areas have better connectivity through roads and bridges, flyover etc  and transport facilities including roadways, railways, Airways and even waterways in some cases. 6 All tourist and pilgrim centres like Varanasi, Goa etc have urbanization due to high footfall. Bad/Cons: 1. All the cities are given birth at the cost of loss of habitat and deforestation....

Situation Reaction Test (Set-1) 1. You found a bag filled with medicines by the roadside. You: A) Try to find out bill in the bag and try to inquiring about the owner of the bag . B) You go to the police station and give it to the police officer. C) Carry the medicines at your home and use them. D) Sale the medicine to local pharmacist and earn money. 2. You are visiting abroad and on the arrival at airport counter, someone abuse Your nation in front of you. You: A) You will complain to airport officials. B) You will complaint to the embassy. C) You will debate with them and try to change their view to the positive side. D) You will beat the individual who is abusing Your nation. 3: You are having no contacts in foreign countries but one foreigner girl send you friend request on Facebook. You A. Accept the request and start chit chat with her. B. Accept the friend request and enquire about her. C. Reject the request and block her permanently. D. Check out and read her profile on Facebo...

Impact of technology on Jobs : Advancement in Technology raises the  productivity,efficiency and safety to a level which is not achievable by humans. With the advancement of technology, industry experts want skilled workers who can compete in today's fast growing industry. Various training programs with a curriculum which makes youth more Professional Employment are organised by companies. Technology increase the productivity and hence reducing the burden on workers.   Formation of new companies provides more employment to the unemployed skilled individuals. Technology saves time  as we know day by day competition in the national and international market increases, we need to work more and more to overcome this shortage of time for doing large task. Technology made all the things easier and available, for example ATM machines for easy transactions. Advancement in technologhy also contribute in the growth of economy. the Rapid rate of growth can be achieve...

Cryptocurrency is digital currency that allows transaction to remain anonymous while confirming the transaction is valid. It is type of peer-to-peer transaction in which blockchain technology is used. These are becoming common like Bitcoin, litecoin are frequently used at international market.  Facebook also launched its own cryptocurrency Libra. In Modern era importance of digital currency is increasing day by day because of various reasons. The most important one is-  Its easy access and global recognition. It promote decentralized system of currency which can be accessed globally. In addition to this, it is digital currency so it's market remains same worldwide. It facilitates quick transaction which hardly take few minutes and personal details are not disclosed or shared that's why it can be an important tool for E-Commerce. Countries like Japan legalized Bitcoin as a currency and India is also attempting to introduce its own cryptocurrency called Lakshmi. Besi...

Recently, on 29 July 2020, Government of India has approved New Education policy:2020. The draft national education policy 2020 by a panel headed by former ISRO chief K Kasturirangan was approved by the Union Cabinet. It was third time when education policy has been changed, it has been introduced first time in 1968 and then 1986. In constitution of India, Education is a fundamental right under article 21. Union Cabinet has approved the new national education policy 2020 with an aim to introduce several changes in the Indian education system from the school to college level . HRD ministry has been renamed as Ministry of Education under the new education policy  Vocational education will be added from class 6 onwards in new National curriculum Framework will be created with ECE schools teachers and adult education will be linked board exams will be divided into two sections  Life skills will be added to children's report card  In higher education, multiple entry and exit o...

Cashless Economy (Defination):  The cashless economy refer to the flow of currency through electronic channels such as debit /credit card, internet banking, mobile banking, point of sales (PoS) etc.  The caseless economic activity usually happens in three different modes namely mobile or e-wallet,  plastic money, internet banking. Benefits of cashless economy:  1. Transparency and efficiency : it make your transactions efficient and transparent. 2. Save money and time: One can transfer money from anywhere and anytime.  3. It also provides  facilities like online shopping and online education. 4. It helps to remove black money from the Indian economy. It also remove the middleman and help to deposit subsidiary Benefits directly into citizens account. 5. Young population:  As per Census 2011 75% of Indian population is below 45 years of age. This young generation is very sensitive to to environment and prefer this fast and smooth transaction,...

Candidate 1. Good morning everyone . Today we are going to discuss a most important topic that is suicide by young people.The suicide rate in this age group between 15-29 is the highest among others because it's an age of adolescence where you practically meet with the bitter reality of the society. Candidate 2. I am totally agree with Candidate 1. suicide rate in this age group between 15-29 is the highest among others because it's an age of adolescence where you practically meet with the bitter reality of the society. Candidate 3.  According to me suicides rates are increasing because if less opportunities whether in govt or private sector. .population is so high that not everyone get chance to work, n face many rejections and unable to handle stress.end up in suicide.  Candidate 4.  The sucide rate is increasing among young people they become depress due to failures And challenges of life. Candidate 5.  Good Morning Everyone  From my point of view suicid...

Self introduction is a part of Airforce Phase2 testing.  First of all you will be given an unseen passage. You will be given 5 Minute (Approx) time to read it out. You have to tell the Topic or Title of this passage while introducing yourself. You will be given Approx 1-1.5 minutes to introduce yourself and after it discussion will start with your group members.  How you can give your Introduction: - ‘Hello sir (Good morning/ Afternoon/Evening). I am…………… (Your Full name). My Father's name is Mr/Late Shri…………. (Your Father name) and he is a ………. (father occupation). My mother's name is Mrs/Late Smt………. (Your Mother Name) and She is a ………. (Mother Occupation). I have…… sisters or brothers.(If all are younger than you pls mention). I have complete 12th or higher secondary education with ## percentage from (Name of educational board) And currently I am persuing (current education) from (Name of college). Complete introduction within 30-35 sec.  During introductio...

Hello Aspirants.. Indian Air Force conducts the Exam for Group X & Y for the selection of airmen. It is a national level examination which is conducted twice a year. Indian Air Force Group X & Y are the personnel below officer rank in the Indian Air Force; they are also known as Airmen. The Exam is conducted for young undergraduates(10+2 passed) who are looking for an opportunity to join the Indian Air Force. Indian Air force X & Y Exam Pattern and Selection Process 2020 Stage 1 of IAF Airmen Group X & Y Selection Process: Online Test Trade Subjects Duration Group X Physics, Maths & English 60 Minutes Group Y Reasoning, English & General Awareness 45 Minutes Both X & Y Physics, English, Maths, Reasoning & General Awareness 85 Minutes Stage 2 of IAF Airmen Group X & Y Selection Process- Physical Fitness Ability 1.6 Km run within 6.5 minutes 10 Push-ups 10 Sit-ups 20 Squats Stage 3 of IAF Airmen Group X & Y Selection Process- Medical Ex...

Candidate 1. Good morning to everyone As per my opionion the major region behind the challenges in north eastern states is the socio econimic and political issues are there. If we talk about the development, they are very less developed in campare to other states. There policies are not up to the mark ,political party and members are not that much vibrant to enhace the livelihood of the people. As that area is very imp to india still we are not focusing on it that much. Immigration from near by countries like bangladesh is also a big deal.  Candidate 2.  Mainly Insurgency is the biggest prob NE is facing 2nd... Illegal immigration ...  As border is porous , states sharing border with Myanmar, bangladsh and China... Due to the  porous border.l, it become easy for insurgents to enter into our country and create disturbance 3rd. Also there have always been border disputes among the region. Candidate 3.  Giving special status to these states have both positives and ...

Get Complete details about Situation Reaction Test for Airforce Interview. Here we will discuss some important tips to crack the Situation Reaction Test. Situation Reaction Test What is SRT? Situation Reaction Test (SRT) is a part of Airforce Phase2 and conducted before Group Discussion. It is a kind of psychological tests. One has to score well in SRT to crack Airforce Phase2. The situations that are mentioned in the test are pertaining to day-to-day life problems which a person may encounter and based on those situations a response is demanded. You have to select any one response out of 04 options and answering of each SRT is compulsory. The response is then tested to check the personally that Aspirants having. A candidate's way of responding shows his common sense, sense of time, ability to reason, maturity, and empathy. The procedure of SRT: Each candidate is given a booklet which consists of 45 Situations with blanks. There are a total of 45 Situations that are to be answered ...

Traditional education system: Advantages and Disadvantages In traditional education, students are gathered under a roof at a specific time and specific place. The teaching style of traditional education is teacher-driven. Advantages: •Punctuality: The students will have a specific time for every period and time for taking a break. This timing is all planed at the beginning, the students follow this routine and make them punctual and disciplined. •Social interactions: The students interact with their peers which help them in character building. They learn to share and respect others. •Extracurricular activities: This gives the students an opportunity to showcase their hidden talent to others. This helps them recognized for their talents and are able to excel in their life. •Face to face interactions: The students are able to have direct interactions with their teachers. They are able to ask questions and more explanations on the areas they have doubts. Disadvantages: •Generalized learni...

Cyber Security: (Important Notes for Airforce Group Discussion Phase2) --Cyber Security is protecting cyber space including critical information infrastructure from attack, damage, misuse and economic espionage. -- Science and Technology has changed the face of everything and reduced the level of efforts.The era has arrived when even warfare also got a technical face. --As everything on paper is now on servers.Cyber threat has emerged as a new mode of stealing. Sources of cyber threat - -cyber groups -hackers -spyware and malware -terrorists Need for Cyber Security: --For Individuals: Photos, videos and other personal information shared by an individual on social networking sites can be inappropriately used by others, leading to serious and even life-threatening incidents. --For Business Organizations: Companies have a lot of data and information on their systems. A cyber attack may lead to loss of competitive information (such as patents or original work), loss of employees/customers ...

Visakhapatnam Gas Leak Issue (Important Notes for Group Discussion) •The styrene gas leak is a sad reminder of how our industries do not regulate themselves properly - be it their processes, facilities, overall functioning etc.  •In the case of LG Polymers India Pvt Ltd., styrene gas is used as one of the basic blocks in this industry that got leaked in Vishakhapatnam city. Causes : -The faulty onsite storage was the prime cause of the styrene gas leak as it was not stored at a certain temperature at which it was supposed to be stored.(17℃)  -This resulted in an increase in the pressure in the storage container and its subsequent leakage and dispersal to the nearby areas. What had happened in Styrene Gas leak case in India? •killed several people ans left hundred sick. •people tried to flee but the chemical rendered them unconscious. Styrene : -The chemical formula is C8H8. It is a synthetic chemical derivative of benzene. -It is liquid and flammable in nature. It is found in ...

As soon as the GD is open.   Candidate 1.  Good Morning Friends, let me take the privilege to initiate the discussion on given topic Naxalism in India. Actually naxalism name came from a village named NAXALBARI in west Bengal and started these activities from 1967 around .  Candidate 2. Naxalism is becoming a larger and larger threat to India. It's the biggest internal security threat to India. Their  attacks on security forces increasing day by day, just reveals the absence of law and loopholes of the Government. Candidate 3. As per my opinion Due to strict forest laws, these tribal people have to re-locate their habitat and find a new source of earning. But it becomes difficult for them to survive like this. That's why these people often join Naxalites and use weapons for the protection of their territory. Candidate 4.  Main naxalism region are jharkhand, chhattisgarh, eastern part of India where people live in fear that any time attack can be done b...

1. World Cup Cricket 2023 Venue – India 2. Headquarters of ISRO – Bengaluru 3. Validity time of cheque‐ 3 Months 4. National Science Day‐ Feb 28 5. First Bank in India – Bank of Hindustan 6. Percentage of Nitrogen in air‐ 78%  7. First Olympic Games was held in – Athens, Greece.  8. Which is the opponent team for the first test match of Sachin in 1989?‐ Pakistan 9. What is shortcut key to expand browsing screen in web browser?‐ F11 10. Shimla Agreement took place in‐ 1972 11. ASCII Stands For‐ American Standard Code for Information Interchange 12. What gases can be found on Saturn? - Hydrogen and Helium 13. What is the process called in which Zinc Oxide is applied to metals to stop them from  rusting- Galvanization 14. DBMS full form? - Database Management System 15. Which fundamental right is guaranteed even to non‐citizens of India? Article 21 – Right to  Life & Personal Liberty  16. The Second Round Table Conference was conducted in which month of 1931?- ...