Govt Exams
Kolkata is recognized for its historical significance, colonial architecture, and cultural contributions.
The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013 was passed by Parliament to establish an anti-corruption framework.
GST was implemented uniformly across all Indian states and union territories on July 1, 2017.
The 73rd Amendment Act mandates 33% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions at all levels.
The RTI Act, 2005 is a landmark legislation that grants citizens the fundamental right to seek and access information held by public authorities, promoting transparency and accountability.
The ECI is a constitutional authority responsible for administering electoral processes for the Union and state legislatures, ensuring elections are conducted according to law and democratic principles.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), an independent constitutional authority, is responsible for conducting civil service examinations for recruitment to Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service, and Indian Foreign Service.
Didi Ke Bhandar is a West Bengal government initiative that provides subsidized essential commodities through retail outlets run by Self Help Groups primarily composed of women.
PM-JAY is India's flagship health insurance scheme that provides Rs. 5 lakh annual coverage per family for hospitalization expenses, targeting economically vulnerable sections of society.
The Green Revolution (1960s-1970s) focused on wheat production, leading to India becoming self-sufficient in food grains.