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MakeShift Mentorship Program:
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Hello everyone!
I'm here for you all along your journey to success!
And remember, SUCCESS is NOT a DESTINATION– it's an ongoing process. That means I can ALWAYS be by your side in all your progressive endeavors.

So, now...
if you'll let me be a part of your journey, can I request you to share some quantifiable resolution(s)? Let’s hold each other accountable and grow together!

Here are mine for the year:
1) Socialize physically at least once a month.
2) Shed 6 kgs.
3) Finish 6 out of 11 chosen books.

If your habits don’t change you won’t have a new year, you will just have another year.

I insist upon you taking a small step at a time. Invest in yourself, build that strength to face the war in the exam hall on the 25th of May. And that strength would come with consistency ALONE.

Write answers daily. Mains stage is the deciding factor in the exam. Prelims is just a screening test which can be dealt with in a matter of 2 to 3 months. Be prepared for Mains till the end of February. Write guys, write a lot.
ONLY those of you who will write today, will be able to write the destinies of hundreds of people later.

Bachcha log,
I wish you all a very Happy New Year! Bahut dher saari swastha kaamnaaein aap sabhi ko..

Betaji, make a resolution to work diligently every single day, every hour of the day. Work so hard that, even if the outcome isn't as expected, you won't regret not giving your 100%.

I extend my heartfelt wishes for all your future endeavors throughout this year. May you achieve success and happiness in all that you pursue!

-SP

All the meetings for today are being deferred due to the rains. Those of you who haven't been able to reach the destination, shall kindly text and have a voice call with SP maám @snehpreeyanka

Upcoming programs:

1) Mentorship program with daily targets and daily reporting to the allocated mentors.

2) TPSC GS II- section B Answer Writing Program

3) TPSC GS II- section C Answer Writing Program

Anybody willing to talk to SP ma'am or meet her in Delhi, should kindly connect with her at @snehpreeyanka. She will be in Old Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi till the end of this month.

https://t.me/SPforUPSC

If you have any doubts related to exam preparation and wish to speak directly with SP Ma’am, please feel free to drop a message at @snehpreeyanka. We will schedule an appointment for you at the earliest. Ma’am will ensure to make time for you within 24 working hours.

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Picture this: Exams are near, and you're scrambling to improve your history answers.
🤯Stress builds, time runs out, and you think, "I should've prepared better."😕

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Enrollments close on December 9th, 2024.
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Thanks for such a wonderful response to the Modern Indian History Answer-writing Program guys.

You are a step ahead of your competitors!  👏 Congratulations 🎉

And the heartiest congratulations 👏 and best wishes 🙏 for the students of CID program. Your 👔 future 🎯 will thank you immensely for such an enriching experience with the current affairs on a daily basis.

For all of those confused with the topics enlistment for modern history answer writing program, please understand that Indian Freedom Struggle is incomplete without studying the role of Muslim League (the politics of which is mentioned in the TPSC syllabus)

If you look at the scheme of things we'll be dealing with, you won't even find a mention of the word CONGRESS OR INC until before 1930s. So does that mean we won't be dealing with the topic?

Of course not. Because without the role of Congress, freedom struggle is again incomplete as a topic to be prepared for any exam that demands preparation of Modern Indian History.

So rest assured, everything that's relevant and important, will find a place in the program.

Call it by any name, the history won't ever change.

The Broader topics are mentioned in the Schedule which demands you to study interrelated topics as well and bear an understanding of the issue as a whole.

Prelims is Just the Ticket; Mains is The Real Show!
Think of Prelims as the entry pass, but Mains is where the magic happens! Elevate your game with our CID Program and Answer Writing Mastery Program—crafted to give you that sharp competitive edge.

Time’s ticking! Only a few hours remain to join this transformative journey. Don’t miss out—enroll now and take the leap toward success.

Worried about finances?
We believe in empowering sincere aspirants. If you’re committed but financial constraints are holding you back, we’ll lend a helping hand. Reach out to @snehpreeyanka —we’re here for you.

Your future is calling, let's answer it together!

I wholeheartedly endorse these courses, not just because they are guided by one of my best friends, SP, but because they truly have the potential to transform your exam preparation. The only thing you need to do is follow them with full dedication. Trust me, these courses will work wonders for your confidence, as you'll feel thoroughly prepared for your journey ahead.

- Abhijit

Kindly ensure your enrollment by the 5th to avoid incurring a late fee. Secure your spot early to benefit from our quality offerings without any additional charges.

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This schedule comprehensively covers the Modern History syllabus for the TCS/TPS examination, ensuring no topic from the Tripura Civil Services syllabus is overlooked. Additionally, a few supplementary topics have been included to enhance preparation, while maintaining complete alignment with the prescribed syllabus.

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Modern Indian History constitutes a significant portion of the syllabus for most competitive exams. To help you excel, we bring you a Day-wise History Answer Writing Program, meticulously designed to prepare you for this crucial part of the syllabus.

Why Focus on Modern Indian History?
-Covers 70% of the entire History syllabus.
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Program Highlights:
-About 3-month schedule structured to ensure in-depth coverage.
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This is the perfect time to start refining your writing skills and secure your edge in the exam.
Enroll now by making a payment on 7972014728 and sharing the screenshot with @snehpreeyanka and take a decisive step toward your success!

🚨 Attention Aspirants! 🚨

The CID (Current Issues Daily) Course is LIVE!

🗓️ Special Offer: Enroll by 5th December and gain access to all CID notes from 1st December!
Yes, you heard it right! You’ll get the complete set of insights, analysis & updates that you may have missed.

⏳ Miss the Deadline?
Enroll after 5th December, and you’ll only receive notes from the day your admission is confirmed. Don’t let those crucial days slip by!

Why Join the CID Course?
-Daily updates on trending current affairs.
-Save time with crisp, exam-focused notes.

Stay ahead - While you wait, your competitors are already preparing!

🎯 Don’t fall behind. Each day you delay is a day closer to falling behind your peers.

👉 Act Now! Secure your spot and ensure you’re exam-ready with CID.

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HURRY - Time waits for no one!

Preparing for UPSC demands precision, discipline, and access to the right resources. Our program is designed to provide Crisp Yet Comprehensive Notes for all major subjects, accompanied by a rigorous answer-writing practice schedule. These notes are structured to ensure complete coverage of topics without needing supplementary material apart from current affairs. With our expert-guided evaluations and full-length tests, you can approach the examination with confidence and clarity.

Features of the Program:
Crisp Notes: Topic-wise comprehensive yet concise notes to simplify your preparation.
Focused Approach: No need for additional study material except for current affairs.
Answer Writing Practice: 1-4 mains-level questions after each topic depending on the length of the booklet and importance of the topic, evaluated by experts.
Disciplined Preparation: A structured daily study schedule to ensure consistency.
Expert Evaluation: Sectional and full-length tests reviewed by subject-matter specialists.
Confidence Building: Two full-length tests after syllabus completion to refine strategy.
Sectional Flexibility: Opt for specific sections if you already have notes for other parts.

Subjects/Sections and Pricing:
History (₹6,000 for Full Course | 35 Booklets)
Ancient History: 9 booklets | ₹1,700
Medieval History: 8 booklets | ₹1,100
Modern History: 15 booklets | ₹3,500
Art & Culture: 3 booklets | ₹900

Polity (₹5,000 for Full Course | 55 Booklets)
Polity: 35 booklets | ₹3,500
Governance: 10 booklets | ₹1,000
International Relations: 10 booklets | ₹1,500

Internal Security: 5 Booklets | ₹1,500
Indian Society: 10 Booklets | ₹1,500

Procedure for Enrollment:
1) Make the online payment for your opted course on 7972014728.
2) Share the screenshot of your payment along with your course to @snehpreeyanka.
Upon successful completion of these steps, you will receive a confirmation message regarding your admission.

Existing Students: To avail of the discount, please DM @snehpreeyanka.

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Struggling to keep up with current affairs while juggling a busy schedule? Our Current Issues Daily (CID) course is designed with working professionals in mind! Skip the hassle of reading newspapers and making notes- we bring you concise, syllabus-linked updates on contemporary issues. Stay informed, revise static topics seamlessly, and study comprehensively anytime, anywhere. Simplify your preparation and make every moment count!

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Attention please!
We are pleased to inform you that a complimentary month of access to Current Issues has been provided. We hope you found it beneficial.

For those interested in purchasing the Current Issues Daily (CID) course, please find the details below:

Features:
1. Daily Comprehensive Insights: In-depth analysis of contemporary and current issues provided on a daily basis.

2. Holistic Current Affairs Coverage: Exhaustive coverage of all relevant topics in current affairs.

3. Integration with Static Syllabus: Each issue will be systematically linked to the corresponding static portions of the syllabus.

4. Detailed Topic Coverage: A minimum of three topics/issues will be thoroughly covered every day to ensure complete preparation for each subject.

5. Daily PDF file: The content will be provided in PDF file every day for easy access and revision.

6. Reliable Sources: Content is curated from credible sources like The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, The Print, The Wire, Down to Earth, and Live Mint, among others.

7. Sunday Mains Practice: Every Sunday, you will receive five mains questions based on the topics covered during the week to enhance your answer-writing skills.

Fees: ₹1900 per month

Procedure for Enrollment:
1) Please complete the online payment on: 7972014728
2) Share the screenshot of your payment with @snehpreeyanka.
Upon successful completion of these steps, you will receive a confirmation message regarding your admission.

For Sample PDF and to avail an existing student discount, please DM @snehpreeyanka

Thank you for your attention.

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Happy Constitution Day to all.

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For Current Affairs Issue-based studies, you can follow https://t.me/SPforUPSC

In order to address all your doubts, questions and concerns related to the answer-writing program, SP Ma'am will be available for a live video session via Google Meet tomorrow at 8:30 PM. You are welcome to raise any queries regarding the program during this interactive session.

Link for the meet: https://meet.google.com/tmf-hvac-tvn

We extend our sincere gratitude for such an overwhelming response.

Many students have requested the opening of additional registration slots. Batch 1 has reached full capacity.

Admissions for Batch 2 are now open due to popular demand. Thank you for your enthusiasm and support!

Register yourself here for a handheld support and guidance on answer-writing:

https://forms.gle/Q7aYZRXmKFWa2dEN7

And share the payment screenshot to @snehpreeyanka from the same telegram ID that you would be using to share your answers and get the feedback. You'll receive an admission confirmation message after receipt of your form and the screenshot.

17 admissions have already been completed. Once we reach a total of 20 candidates, the admission form will be closed.

This is to ensure that SP ma'am can provide thorough feedback on each of your assignments and dedicate sufficient time and focus to enhance your writing skills.

Rules and Guidelines for the GS 3 Answer Writing Program

Submission Deadline: The answer writing program is designed for your practice, and it is highly advisable to write daily to consistently improve and enhance your writing skills. Progress is minimal when you attempt to write multiple answers in one sitting. Therefore, answers must be submitted by midnight on the day the question is posted. Late submissions may or may not be reviewed, depending on SP Ma’am's availability.

Model answers will be provided the following morning. This approach ensures a more effective revision after 24 hours.

Evaluation Timeline: Evaluations will be provided within 2 days from the submission date.

Submission Format: Answers must be photographed and compiled into a PDF document for submission. Submissions in other formats will not be reviewed.

Margin Requirements for Evaluation: Failure to leave margins on both sides for comments and feedback will result in partial evaluation, as there will be no space for remarks to guide your improvement.

File Naming Convention: The PDF file should be named in the following format: NAME (in uppercase)–answer number–date in DD-MM-YY. Example: ARJUN-13-04-11-24.

File sharing: Share your Answer copies personally with SP ma'am. Please note that the link to share your answers will be provided exclusively to those candidates who enroll for the course.

Review Eligibility: Only submissions that comply with these guidelines will be eligible for evaluation.

Hello everyone,

Admissions to the Answer Writing Program will commence tomorrow. For further details, please check out the information provided here- 
https://t.me/+T26rHtG_4IEwMjNl

I sincerely thank you all for your desire for me to guide you and for valuing my efforts in your preparation. Your enthusiasm is inspiring, and it is my privilege to support you with this answer writing program.

Thank you for your trust and eagerness to learn.

Join here if interested to enroll, further procedure would be carried out in this group: https://t.me/+T26rHtG_4IEwMjNl

It'd been a great time with you all. I gave in more than I was supposed to, and expected from, thanks to my dear friend @Eternaloptimist1 Abhijit who invited me here to guide you until Diwali. Hope he takes back the reigns of the channel now.

As I step back to focus on my professional engagements and other priorities, I hope that my presence has added some value to your journey.

Bichadne ka to mausam bhi nahi, fir bhi hum aapse juda ho rahe hai,
Kuch lamhe aur sath guzaar lete, par waqt se hum bhi khafaa ho rahe hain.

But I promise, if time allows and tide demands further, I will gladly return. Always happy to help!

Meanwhile, you can share my contact to your friends in need. Always happy to help!

Telegram ID: snehpreeyanka
Telegram channel: https://t.me/SPforUPSC
E-mail ID: [email protected]

Study well, study smart (not unnecessarily hard) and make every minute of your day, count.

In the journey of preparing for competitive exams, it is essential to receive the right kind of guidance, as each individual holds unique strengths and faces distinct challenges. And thus therefore, a uniform preparation strategy may not be equally effective for everyone.

Hence, remember to Choose the Right Guide and you'll be Guided Right.

All the best!
Happy Diwali, have a great vacation with your family and friends. But get back to track in no more than 3 days.

Signing off, yours sincerely, SP
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#VAM #GS1 #ESSAY

Dr Ambedkar objected to the Khilafat cause on these two grounds (which Gandhiji had supported). Extremely intelligent person who displays here a very sensitive awareness of international developments.

(From Pakistan or The Partition of India by Ambedkar)

All your Essay copies stand evaluated now!
All the best.

#VAM #PRELIMS
Z-MORH TUNNEL
Recently, seven workers from APCO Infratech, the company constructing the tunnel, were killed in a suspected militant attack.

The Z-Morh Tunnel project in Jammu and Kashmir aims to provide all-weather connectivity to Sonamarg on the Srinagar-Leh highway.

It is part of the larger Zoila tunnel initiative, ensuring year-round access from Srinagar to Ladakh, with strategic military significance for border areas.

#VAM #PRELIMS #GS2

Bye election:

The legitimacy of by polls in India springs from the Representation of Peoples Act, 1956. ECI procures its source of authority from Sections 147, 149, 150, 151 and 151(A) of the Representation of Peoples Act, 1956.

As per section 151-A of Representation of Peoples Act, 1956 the bye-election should commence within 6 months from the vacancy, occurrence any of the following cases.
2. The death of any sitting member
3. Resignation
4. Absence for 60 days without permission of the house.
5. Contesting election from two eats and winning both the seats.
6. Disqualification as per 102(1), 102(2).
7. Voting Irregularities

As ECI is bound to hold bye-elections within six months from the date of arising of vacancy, but with exceptions:

1. When the remaining tenure of the member is less than 1 year.

2. When the ECI, in consultation with the Central Government certifies that it is difficult to hold bye-elections .

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#VAM #GS2

SECTION 6A OF THE CITIZENSHIP ACT 1955 HAS BEEN DECLARED CONSTITUTIONAL

The constitutional bench with 4:1 majority has declared the section as constitutional.

section 6A:
It is the result of accord was signed by the Rajiv Gandhi-led Central government with the representatives of the Assam Movement, including AASU and All Assam Gana Sangram Parishad (AAGSP).
Section 6A states that people of “Indian origin” who entered Assam before January 1, 1966 and have been “ordinarily resident” in the state. Those who came to Assam after January 1, 1966 but before March 24, 1971 were given the rights and obligations of Indian citizens but not allowed to vote for 10 years.

Arguments of Petitioner (Assam Sanmilita Mahasangha) :

1. It is against Article 14 because the cut off dates for other migrants from Pakistan was 19th July 1948 as per article 6 of the constitution.
2. It impacts their cultural rights maintained under Article 29.
3. It is also against the idea of Fraternity, maintained under Article 21.
4. It is against article 355 also as it puts unnecessary burden on centre to protect the States from external aggression and internal disturbance.

Centre's Argument:
Article 11 of the Constitution gives Parliament the power to make laws on citizenship including for a “particular object” without violating the right to equality.

Court's understanding:

1. Justice Chandrachud said: Article 6 does not cover a person who migrated from East Pakistan to Assam after 19th July 1948. Both Article 6 and section 6A deals with different timeframes. Therefore section 6A and Article 6 cant be read together. Justice Kaul further added that Parliament under article 11 is authorised to grant citizenship and determine cut off dates and court cant intervene in this and anyway section 6A is meaningless for those who entered after 25th March 1971 because in any case they will be treated as Illegal Immigrants.

2. Judges maintained that article 355 is in Part 18 of the constitution which does not maintain rational ground of relation with something mentioned in Part 2 (Citizenship) of the constitution.

3. It is also not against Article 29 as only Assamese culture need not be seen as exclusive culture as in Assam there are mix of cultures today. And for Article 29, petitioners will have to prove that ethnic group could no longer protect their culture or language due to the presence of another group.

Justice Pardiwala has made dissenting remark on following grounds:

1. He said there are two categories of immigrants: those who entered before January 1966 and those between January 1966 and match 1971. This cut off date was decided to check wrongful inclusion of immigrants in the electoral roll. But the issue is timely exercise of finding wrong inclusion has not been done.

2. Secondly there were no mechanism for registration of individuals who have entered between 1966 and 1971.It incentivises the migrants to continue to remain on electoral roll for indefinite time and (No Voting rights for 10 years does not hold any importance).

#VAM #GS3

Govt. has approved 12 new greenfield industrial cities based on 'plug and play'  and 'walk-to-work' model to attract FDI and boost manufacturing.

Plug and Play means Govt. will acquire land and get all the clearances done and the private player will just need to set up manufacturing units.

Walk to work means these industrial towns will have close residential complexes also and people can just walk to the workplace (industrial units) without requiring any vehicle or wasting time in traffic.

https://meet.google.com/zfu-suoz-gvz

#VAM #GS3

'Countervailing Duty' is also called 'Anti-subsidy Duty'

Anti dumping Duty, Countervailing Duty and Safeguard Duty are WTO compliant remedial measures for international trade.

Dear Students,

I am pleased to share that the majority of our lectures on the Indian Constitution were conducted live, with the remaining sessions provided in recorded format for your convenience. I hope these sessions have contributed meaningfully to your understanding of the subject.

We set out to complete this course before Diwali, and I am glad to inform you that we have adhered to our tentative schedule. Today marks the conclusion of our comprehensive polity lecture series, covering all essential topics relevant to competitive exams on Indian polity.

For our final session, I warmly invite each of you to join a live class tonight at 8 PM. This session will be a relaxed, interactive discussion of approximately 30 minutes, providing an opportunity for us to share reflections and experiences together.

I would also like to acknowledge that those of you who attended live sessions had an added advantage in terms of syllabus coverage and accountability. For those who could not attend live, I dedicated time to recording, processing, and posting the sessions. However, due to my professional engagements upon returning to India, my time was limited, and I relied on my team members to assist with processing and uploading these videos.

Videos processed directly by me have been uploaded promptly, but the processing team has encountered some space issues on the shared drive. To simplify things, we continue to use the same drive link initially provided. Our team is working actively to free up space, and all videos will be accessible before our final session at 8 PM tonight. I apologize to our dedicated and regular students who may have experienced longer-than-usual wait times and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Looking forward to our final discussion tonight.

Essay Practice 7: We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children.

#VAM #GS3 #GS2
This year world Food Day theme: Right of Food for a better life and a better future highlights the significance of a Hunger free world, which requires focus on equitable agrifood system:

FAO and UNICEF Suggested:-

👉Agroecology and Sustainable Food system:- Agroecology based sustainable agriculture emphasizes farmer’s participation, utilization of traditional knowledge, adaptation to small farm enterprises, increased plant genetic diversity, soil fertility and sustainable productivity.

👉Adoption of crops and techniques with lower water requirements, such as the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method of rice production, contributes to resilience by enabling equal or better yields to be achieved with less water withdrawal.

👉Crop diversification:- Higher profitability and stability in production highlight the importance of crop diversification, e.g. legumes alternative with rice and wheat. Growing non-cereal crops such as oilseeds, fruits and vegetables etc need to be encouraged.

👉Focus on Food system:- The food system is a complex web of activities involving the production, processing, transport, and consumption. Issues concerning the food system include the governance and economics of food production, its sustainability, the degree to which we waste food, how food production affects the natural environment and the impact of food on individual and population health.

👉 Biotechnology and appropriate technology: Selective breeding or genetic modification (GM) of plants and animals can be done to produce specific features and adaptations.

👉According to Global pulse federation and world food programme, Pulse is important to check rising Non communicable disease.

#VAM #PRELIMS #GS1
Cyclone Dana

Hey everyone! I’m committed to getting us through this course as swiftly as possible, especially with next week looking busier than usual on my end. To stay on track with our tentative schedule, we’ll need to pick up the pace a bit. We’re just a day behind, so nothing we can’t tackle together!

Here’s what we can do: either we go for longer live classes over the next two days or, if I can only squeeze in time during late-night hours, I’ll record the sessions and drop them on the channel. This way, you can watch them the next day whenever suits you best. And don’t worry about questions—post them in the comments, and I’ll make sure you’re fully supported.

https://meet.google.com/phv-abvm-bir

#VAM #GS3 #GS2

History of Environmental law in India

The genesis of environmental jurisprudence in India goes back to 1972 when India became signatory to Stockholm declaration. The declaration held that urban development must be carried out in inclusive manner which resulted into environment legislation in India.

1. The first law water prevention and control of pollution act was passed using article 252 in 1974 and then air prevention and control of pollution act in 1981using article 253 of the constitution.

2. The environmental protection act was passed on 1986 that enables central govt to take any measures to protect the environment.

3. By the delegated legislation under environment protection act, Environmental impact assessment was notified in 2006 which makes environmental clearance mandatory for the project mentioned in schedule of the environment protection act.

5. In 2011, coastal regulations zone notification was issued under section 3 of the act that regulate construction along the coast.

5. National biodiversity act 2002 was passed for conservation of biodiversity, sustainable use of its components and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of biological resources.

SC in Vellore citizen welfare forum has mentioned- Every one has the right to fresh air, water and pollution free environment. And court also recognised the principal of sustainable development.

Lecture on anti-defection and UTs at 7 tonight.

#VAM #GS2 #GS4 #ETHICS #ESSAY
A great case study for
 -Attitude change
-Emotional Intelligence 
-Ethical leadership
-Innovation
-Dedication to public service
-Good governance

Installing nameplates in the daughters’/mother`s names  was an innovative initiative by  District  Officer Sanjay to to fight patriarchal mindset.

The nameplate has the slogan of  “Meri Beti, Meri Pehchaan” (My Daughter, My Identity) which is the tagline of the entire village now. It has led to
🔥 Improvement in sex ratio
🔥 100% girls are going to school
🔥 Zero female foeticide and dowry incidents in the last 8 years 

#VAM #GS3

Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) between India and Mauritius has been amended to include Principal Purpose Test (PPT). PPT means the tax benefits under the treaty will not be applicable if it is established that obtaining that duty benefit was the principal purpose of any transaction or arrangement.

Let us understand with an example.

Suppose an Foreign Portfolio Investor (FPI) registered in Mauritius purchased shares of an Indian listed company. Now when the FPI receives dividend (or if it sells shares then it may realize capital gain) then India may also impose tax on dividend (or capital gain tax) and when the FPI receives that income in Mauritius then Mauritius Govt. may also impose tax which results in Double Taxation. Now to avoid such double taxes (referred as tax benefits), India and Mauritius has signed Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA).

But the Principal Purpose Test (PPT) says that if this transaction was done only to obtain duty benefit (tax avoidance) then the tax benefits will not be applicable to the investors. And this is in line with the global Base Erosion Profit Shifting (BEPS) framework.

Withholding tax is nothing but Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) in case of international transactions.

#VAM #GS2

🎯 Important for Science and Technology

Link: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/the-third-edit-europa-clipper-mission-may-or-may-not-find-signs-of-life-but-it-will-fire-a-million-imaginations-9624054/

Visit snehpreeyanka.blogspot.com to read my personal blog and get an idea of how the essay paper can be tackled. You'll find a style of writing, ample dimensions and a few examples to quote in your examination.

Weekly Essay 6: One is not born a woman, but becomes one.

#VAM #GS2

Law of Privacy

The apex court in Puttaswamy judgement has made Privacy a FR under article 21. (The case was filed relating to Aadhar becoming mandatory for gaining access to the benefits state welfare scheme) But this case presents a classic example of tug of war between literal and purpose interpretation by the court.

Literal interpretation can be drawn from the courts argument in A K Gopalan case where court said FR are having  mutually exclusive existence and they don't overlap and same interpretation has been followed in previous privacy case like MP Sharma vs Satish Chandra.

However the purpose of interpretation can be deduced from RC Cooper case where the court said FR are a bundle of rights and do not exist in isolated watertight compartments. In fact in Menaka Gandhi case court provided the idea of golden triangle ie, legality of every law should be tested on the touchstone of article 14,19,21 (Golden triangle).

Justice Chandrachud in Puttaswamy case said- Privacy is an element of human right and inalienable natural right. However it is not an absolute right, but it cannot be impinged without a just fair and reasonable law, this every action of the State is to be tested on the anvil of "Test of Proportionality":

1. Legality:- the action must be sanctioned by law.
2. Necessity:- The proposed action must be necessary.
3. Proportionality:- The extent of such interference must be proportionate.
4. Procedural guarantees:- Against abuse of interference.

In this case court upheld Aadhar act 2016 but struck down section 57 of the act which failed test of Proportionality. Section 57 says:- It allows government entities, body corporate and individuals to use the Aadhar number for establishing identity of an individual for "any purpose". The Apex court had an issue with any purpose, and considered this section null and void.

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polity lecture at 7 tonight

Discuss the roles and responsibilities of the Chief Minister in a state and the Prime Minister at the central level in India’s federal structure. How do their powers and functions differ in relation to their respective Councils of Ministers? Illustrate with relevant constitutional provisions and examples.
(250 words)

I'm still acclimatizing to the climate of the country and am gripped under the weather today quite seriously. Therefore I beg your pardon to have to cancel on today's class at the last minute.

We're right on track with the tentative schedule of the Polity lectures. Rest assured that the course would be completed on or before the date mentioned in the time table.

Tomorrow or on Sunday, we shall take longer hours to study Parliament. It's one of the most important chapters of Polity and I would like all of the serious aspirants to attend to it.

Saturday evening and Sunday after the noon till late evening, please ensure that you find time to attend the lecture live. See you then!

Parliament at 7 tonight

The Nobel Committee announced on October 7 that the Nobel Prize for Medicine or Physiology would be shared by Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun “for the discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation,” thereby unlocking a secret on how different types of cells develop.

What is microRNA?
The human body is probably the most complex puzzle that humans are still trying to make sense of. Every time there is a better understanding and a piece slides into place with a resounding click, then it is an occasion for celebration. For a Nobel Prize too perhaps. This year’s awardees of the Nobel Prize for Medicine — Ambros and Ruvkun — did slide in a couple of pieces into the right slots in the massive puzzle that suddenly opened our eyes to understanding how different cell types develop.

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Federalism and COVID:
GRANVILLE AUSTIN remarks:- Despite a strong centre, cooperative federalism does not necessarily result into weaker states, rather progress of the republic restes upon active cooperation between the two.
On the same line, Prashant Bhushan and shyam Agarwal talks about the need of "Scientific cooperative federalism".

It is important to discuss in this context about top down approach in tackling COVID pandemic. During lockdowns centre has issued guidelines from time to time under Disaster management act. The question is "Public health and sanitation" is a specific field of legislation under entry 6 of list II while disaster management is the residuary subject.

The centre could have applied Epidemic disease act which has the objective of preventing the spread of dangerous epidemic diseases. Under this act state governments is empowered to take appropriate measures. And actually this act would have been applied because disaster management act is not for inter state spread of contagious disease.

In this context John S Mill had said:- Management of free institutions requires conciliation, a readiness to compromise, willingness to concede something to opponents and mutual give and take. So state should not been seen as appendages to the centre, but as a real carrier of Indian team.

Though I've not promised the evaluations, I'm trying my best to give you each and every minute I can spare. So, you may have to wait for the evaluations for the last few copies of your answers/essays. I'm running quite busy. Sorry for the inconvenience caused. Hope you all understand.

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no polity class today and tomorrow. Next Lecture on Parliament on the 18th. Time would be conveyed to you the same day.

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In IPC, Marital rape is not an offence because of exception to the definition of rape ( exception 2 of section 375 of IPC).

Why marital rape should be considered as rape?
Ans:-
1. It is contrary to the provisions of article 21, and 14.

2. In Joseph shine case, SC held offence of adultery as unconstitutional on the ground that women is not the property of her husband.

3. It is protected on the ground that Marriage is sexual relationship, thus determining the validity of marital rape allegations would be difficult. Then how one can reconcile the fact that this gives power to husband to rape her.

Why it is not criminalised?
1. It will destroy the institution of marriage.

2. It will be very easy for wife to allege the husband.

3. Difficult for court and investigation team to establish the fact which happened within closed room.

Conclusion: Consent in sexual relationship is very important, be it pre or post Marriage.

The Constitution considers marriage as an association of equals and does not in any sense depict women to be subordinate to men and guarantees women the fundamental rights under Articles 14, 15, 19 and 21 the right to live with dignity, personal liberty, bodily integrity, sexual autonomy, right to reproductive choices, right to privacy, right to freedom of speech and expression.

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