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Quality of life, life expectancy, literacy, standard of living and migration in India

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Quality of life, life expectancy, literacy, standard of living and migration in India Human development—a comprehensive approach Human development is a process of enlarging people’s choices. But human development is also the objective, so it is both a process and an outcome. Human development implies that people must influence the processes that shape their lives. … Read more Quality of life, life expectancy, literacy, standard of living and migration in India

24.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

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HIMACHAL PRADESH   Himachal Pradesh cabinet raises paid maternity leave to 180 days   Himachal Pradesh cabinet on Wednesday decided to enhance paid maternity leave to women employees of the state government from the existing 135 days to 180 days. It also approved appointment of Indian women cricket team wicketkeeper Sushma Verma of Shimla rural constituency as DSP as … Read more 24.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

Himachal Pradesh Human Development Index

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Himachal Pradesh Human Development Index, Human Development: Concept and Introduction: Human Development has been defined as the‘process of enlarging people’s choices’. The mostcritical ones are to be able to lead a long andhealthy life, to be educated and to enjoy a decentstandard of living. Additional choices includepolitical freedom, guaranteed human rights andself-respect In relation to … Read more Himachal Pradesh Human Development Index

International Monetary Fund (IMF), International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)

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The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), commonly referred to as the World Bank, is an international financial institution whose purposes include assisting the development of its member nation’s territories, promoting and supplementing private foreign investment and promoting long-range balance growth in international trade. The World Bank was established in December 1945 at the … Read more International Monetary Fund (IMF), International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)

22-23.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

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HIMACHAL PRADESH   HP consumer panel holds circuit in Mandi   The Himachal Pradesh Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission today held its one-day circuit in the District Court Complex, Mandi. The Circuit Bench of the Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission headed by Justice (retired) PS Rana, heard all cases listed before it and reserved orders in all … Read more 22-23.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

Important international Institutions, agencies and fora, their structure and mandate.

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An international organization is an organization with an international membership, scope, or presence. There are two main types: International nongovernmental organizations(INGOs): non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that operate internationally. These include international non-profit organizations and worldwide companies such as the World Organization of the Scout Movement, International Committee of the Red Cross. Intergovernmental organizations, also known as international governmental organizations (IGOs): the type of organization most closely associated with … Read more Important international Institutions, agencies and fora, their structure and mandate.

20.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs

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HIMACHAL PRADESH   Himachal Pradesh govt decides to act tough against illegal mining   During the last financial year, 8500 cases of illegal mining were detected in Himachal Pradesh and compounding fees of Rs 4.50 crore was imposed on them. Similarly, during 2015-16 financial year, 9303 number of cases of illegal mining were detected and compounding fees to the tune … Read more 20.10.17 Himachal Pradesh (HPPCS) Current Affairs