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  • What is Cow Cess and which Indian States impose it?

    Some states in the country have decided to levy 'Cow Cess' in order to arrange the fund for care of the stray animals. The tax rate varies from state to state and ranges from 2% to 20%. This tax is mainly levied on luxury goods and services so that it does not affect the poor people. In this article we are publishing the information on the cow cess.

    Jan 15, 2019

  • List of all Five Year Plans of India

    The concept of economic planning in India is derived from the Russia (then USSR). India has launched 12 five year plans so far. First five year plan was launched in 1951. Now the present NDA government has stopped the formation of five year plan. So 12th five year plan would be called the last five year plan of India.

    Jan 2, 2019

  • List of Maharatna and Navratna Companies in India

    PSUs may be classified as Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), public sector banks (PSBs) or State Level Public Enterprises (SLPEs). CPSEs are administered by the Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises. As on 26 February, 2018, there are 8 Maharatnas and 16 Navratnas in India.

    Dec 28, 2018

  • Why is US Dollar considered as most strong Currency of the World?

    In today’s world around 80% world trade take place in dollars. About 39% of the world's loans are given in US dollars and 65% dollar supply is used outside of the United States. It is surprising to see that most trading countries of the world accept payment in dollar. That's why foreign banks and countries demand dollar for international trade. Let us know through this article that why dollar is known as the strongest currency in the world?

    Dec 20, 2018

  • How can you verify your fake GST bill

    The Indian government has decided to implement the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in the entire country from July 1, 2017. So all the restaurants which have registered themselves with the government of India and do not have air conditioner (AC) will have to pay GST at the rate of 12% and those restaurants which have air conditioner in their premises will have to pay GST at the rate of 18%.

    Dec 14, 2018

  • List of Reports Published by International Organisations

    There are many reports of different subjects published by the different International organisations. In this article we have compiled some of the most popular and important reports to help the aspirants of the different examinations like IAS/PCS/SSC/Banking/CDS and other one day exam held across the country.

    Dec 10, 2018

  • Why is India Constructing Strategic Petroleum Reserves?

    To ensure energy security for the country, India is making strategic petroleum reserves to store crude oil under the ground. These rocky caves are man-made. India has already underground caves of 5.33 MMT storage in three places. These include Visakhapatnam (1.33 MMT), Mangalore (1.5 MMT) and Padur (2.5 MMT).

    Dec 5, 2018

  • Interesting facts about Income Inequality in India in 2018

    In this article we are publishing 15 interesting facts from the Oxfam India Report 2018. This report says that the income disparity is increasing in India very rapidly. On the one hand we had 101 billionaires out of 2,043 dollar billionaires worldwide but on the other hand we had world’s second highest number of people living in extreme poverty, which is defined as living on less than $1.90 a day.

    Oct 22, 2018

  • New Drone Policy of India- 2018

    The Directorate General of Civil Aviation had announced draft regulations on civil use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, commonly known as "Drones" on August27, 2018. This New Drone Policy allows personal, recreational and commercial use of drones from December this year. This policy will allow the drones to fly only within the "line of sight" of the person flying it. The drones have been classified in five categories on the basis of their maximum take-off weight. The Nano drone will be of less than or equal to 250 gms.

    Sep 10, 2018

  • Why Rupee is falling against Dollar currently?

    At the time of India's independence, the value of one dollar was equal to one rupee but in the June 2018, the value of Indian rupee against the US dollar has reached its lowest level at Rs.72.51 per dollar. In this article, we explained the reasons behind the depreciation of Indian Rupee in the current months.

    Sep 10, 2018

  • List of main Research Institutes in Uttar Pradesh

    Though Uttar Pradesh is not considered as a big industrial state but there are many specialized research institutes in this state. Such as; Central Potato Research Institute, Meerut; Agricultural Research Institute, lucknow; Central Drug Research Institute, lucknow and 'Central Pharmaceutical Research Institute, Agra etc. In various competitive examinations of Uttar Pradesh, it is asked to the aspirants that so and so research institute is located in which of the following district of the state.

    Sep 4, 2018

  • What is the significance of the images on the reverse side of Indian Currencies?

    There will hardly be a country in the world that does not have its own currency. Almost every country puts image of important person/monuments on its currency notes. India is also not behind in this practice. Indian currency note have images of Mahatma Gandhi, the Red Fort, the Sanchi Stupa, farmers, tiger and elephants etc.

    Sep 3, 2018

  • Agricultural Development in Uttar Pradesh: Important facts for Exams

    Agriculture is called the backbone of economy of Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh is the top producer of food grain in Uttar Pradesh. Agriculture provides around 59% employment to the residents of the state. This article is publishing some important facts about the role of agriculture in the development of the state. I hope that these facts will be very crucial for the upcoming exams to be held in the state.

    Aug 9, 2018

  • List of Main Small and Cottage Industries Centres in Uttar Pradesh

    It is often seen that a particular kind of industry flourishes in a particular area or place. The reason for this may be the availability of resources and manpower in those areas. Almost every district of Uttar Pradesh has achieved proficiency in making a particular product. For example, Aligarh is famous for locks, Firozabad is famous for bangles and sports equipment is made in Meerut and Agra.

    Aug 8, 2018

  • Kisan Credit Card Scheme: Eligibility, Objectives and Features

    The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme was introduced in 1998 to provide institutional credit to small farmers, marginal farmers and Self Help Groups.

    Jul 26, 2018