Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Polity Questions GS-2 (UNIT-1)
Q.1 “The Doctrine of Basic Structure is the prerequisite of democracy in India”. Comment. Ans.The “Doctrine of Basic Structure” is a fundamental concept in Indian constitutional law, established by the Supreme Court of India in the landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973). This doctrine asserts that certain fundamental features of the Constitution cannot be altered or destroyed, even through amendments by the Parliament. The Doctrine of Basic Structure of the Constitution is not expressly
Reviving Indigenous Traditions: Polyandry Marriage in the Hatti Tribe of Himachal Pradesh
What’s in the News In a remarkable event that has sparked curiosity and conversation across Himachal Pradesh and beyond, two brothers from the Hatti tribe tied the knot with a single woman in Shillai village of Sirmaur district. The three-day-long ceremony, which began on July 12, was steeped in tribal customs, vibrant folk songs, and dances. Hundreds gathered to witness this rare traditional practice — a polyandrous marriage — solemnised under the age-old custom of “Jodidara”,
Himachal Pradesh Embarks on Digital Land Reform with ‘My Deed’ NGDRS Pilot Project
In a major stride towards digital governance, the Himachal Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, launched the pilot phase of the ‘My Deed’ – National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) on July 11, 2025. This landmark initiative is part of a broader push to digitize the revenue sector and aims to simplify land registration, reduce manual paperwork, and enhance service delivery efficiency. A Digital Leap: 'My Deed' NGDRS The NGDRS pilot allows residents
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Geography Questions GS-1 (UNIT-2)
Q.1 What are the primary reasons behind the heightened frequency of Tropical Cyclones in the Arabian Sea compared to earlier periods? Ans. Tropical cyclones are violent storms that originate over oceans in tropical areas and move over to the coastal areas bringing about large-scale destruction caused by violent winds, very heavy rainfall and storm surges. They are known as Cyclones in the Indian Ocean, Hurricanes in the Atlantic, Typhoons in the Western Pacific and South China Sea,
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – HP GK Questions-III GS-1 (UNIT-1)
Q. Discuss the various types of temple architecture of Himachal Pradesh with suitable examples. Ans.The abundance of temples in H.P. is truly remarkable. It has earned the moniker “Abode of the Gods” for good reason. There is seemingly a temple in every single hamlet.The various temple architectures of Himachal Pradesh are: 1. Shikhar Style Shikhara, a Sanskrit word translating literally to “mountain peak”, refers to the rising tower in the Hindu temple architecture of North India, and is
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – HISTORY Questions GS-1 (UNIT-1)
Q. What were the significant provisions of the Government of India Act of 1919, and how did the Indian National Congress react to these changes? Ans.The Montagu–Chelmsford Reforms or Government of India Act of 1919 was introduced by the British Government in India to introduce self-governing institutions gradually to India. The reforms take their name from Edwin Samuel Montagu, the Secretary of State for India and Lord Chelmsford, the Viceroy of India. The major features of the Act