...during the National Democratic Alliance (India) government, under Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. During his term as President, he was popularly known as the People's President. Before his term as India's president, he worked as an aeronautical engineer with DRDO and ISRO. He is popularly known as the Missile Man of India for his work on development of ballistic missile and space rocket technology. After graduating in Physics from St. Joseph's College, Tiruchirapalli, Abdul Kalam graduated with a diploma in Aeronautical Engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology.[10] As the Project Director, he was heavily involved in the development of India's first Satellite Launch Vehicle (SLV-III). As Chief Executive of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (I.G.M.D.P), he played a major part in developing many missiles in India including Agni and Prithvi .He was the Chief Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister and the Secretary of Defence Research and Development Organisation from July 1992 to December 1999. In his book India 2020, Abdul Kalam strongly advocates an action plan to develop India into a knowledge superpower and a developed nation by the year 2020. He regards his work on India's nuclear weapons program as a way to assert India's place as a future superpower. He has proposed a research program for developing bio-implants. Kalam played a technical and political role in India's Pokhran-II nuclear...
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...and the US combined at the same time. Its economy is also estimated to grow to about thirty times larger than it is today. This transformation in India’s economy is also set to bring similar transformations in the military, political and cultural powers making India on of the biggest influence in the world. As a result, large nations including the US and the UK have recognized this super potential power and have rushed to try and establish and strengthen their relations. Recently, Obama endorsed India’s bid for a permanent seat in the UN security council. This endorsement by the president of the most powerful nation in the world symbolically signified that truly India matters. Besides, it also showed that Obama is fully committed to strengthening the relationship between the two nations. Furthermore, it sent a clear signal to India’s neighbors that the United States view India as of significance in creating a stable Asian order. In fact, the language used by the president in making this endorsement went beyond that used in making a similar endorsement of Japan’s candidacy. As such, the United States sent a clearly message that India is, indeed, a special friend. Narendra Modi’s campaign successfully connected aspirations of the youth and the middle class. This resulted in a massive vote of confidence, choosing Modi as the prime minister. Thus, the Indian electorate showed that that they are keen on adopting change agendas, a less regulated market and a central role of the private...
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...Politics in India takes place within the framework of a constitution. India is a federal parliamentary democratic republic in which the President of India is head of state and the Prime Minister of India is the head of government. India follow the dual polity, i.e. double government which consists of the union at the Centre and states at the periphery. The constitution defines the organization, powers and limitations of both central and state governments, it is written, rigid and supreme, i.e. laws of the nation must conform to it. The governments, union or state, are formed through elections held every five years, by having the majority of members in their respective lower houses. CORRUPTION IS WIDESPREAD IN INDIA, SAYS THE US REPORT…. Corruption in India is a major issue that adversely affects its economy. A study conducted by Transparency International in year 2005 found that more than 62% of Indians had firsthand experience of paying bribes or influence peddling to get jobs done in public offices successfully. In its study conducted in year 2008, Transparency International reports about 40% of Indians had firsthand experience of paying bribes or using a contact to get a job done in public office.[4] In 2012 India has ranked 94th out of 176 countries in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index, tied with Benin, Colombia, Djibouti, Greece, Moldova, Mongolia, and Senegal. Most of the largest sources of corruption in India are entitlement...
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...colonial rule,3 for the first fifty years following independence * Milan Dalal is the Executive Note Editor for the Boston College International & Comparative Law Review. 1 See, e.g., Ramachandra Guha, India After Gandhi: The History of the World’s Largest Democracy (2004) (discussing history of India and its democratic nature). 2 Justices of the Indian Supreme Court are chosen on the basis of seniority and free of political considerations at the behest of the President with consultation from the Chief Justice. The Chief Justice is appointed by the President. 3 See Cent. Intelligence Agency, World Fact Book: India, https://www.cia.gov/library/ publications/the-world-factbook/geos/in.html#Govt (last visited May 15, 2008) (noting India’s legal system is “based on English common law”); see also Rahul Mehrotra & Sharada Dwivedi, The Bombay High Court: The Story of the Building—1978–2003, at 15 (2004) (“[F]irst official British Court of Justice [of Bombay] was inaugurated . . . on 8 August 1672.”). India has possessed an organized system of appellate review since at least 1861, when British Parliament passed the India High Courts Act, allowing appeal from regional high courts to the Privy Council in London. Id. at 20. 258 Boston College International & Comparative Law Review [Vol. 31:257 from Britain, the nation’s supreme court vacillated in exerting the full checks on the legislative branch requisite in modern democracies.4 Two recent cases involving the power...
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...New ruler had and still continues to have an impeccable integrity, a no-nonsense approach towards public service, and a past as Chief minister which would make any politician jealous of him. The Indians had found a panacea in Narendra Modi, who we sincerely believed would take our country to glorious heights. There is no doubt that new sant of Sabarmati has been incessantly trying to deliver whatever he had promised and he has considerable achievements in his kitty from his 18 months rule. India has become the fastest growing nation overtaking china. India has become an important player in global politics, a more proactive and pragmatic foreign policy. The govt has been able to ensure high growth with low inflation (food inflation though has been high) and that too with low fiscal deficit. The Indian policies are now being implemented in mission mode, the prominent examples being PMJDY (Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana) and Toilets in schools. We find no example in recent history of Indian schemes completed on time. In social sector, Accidental and life insurance at Rs12 and Rs 330 have come as a huge relief to the poor and the marginalized sections of society. Moreover in all these 18 months he has never made a single statement which can be construed as even being remotely communal. He has truly upheld the dignity of the office of The Prime Minister. Modi deserves Kudos for all these achievements. This shining story has its other side also, which looks most unpleasant and ludicrous...
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...Ching uses tactics of sympathy and hope by saying that the country was down and going through rough times and now change is occurring in a positive way that looks to be best for the country’s economic growth. Ho Ching most powerful point of persuasion is when she says “Now it’s India’s turn to stir” Ho Ching has been named one of the most powerful leaders in Asia what are her major sources of power? Ho Chings major sources of power come from her power of persuasion, her marriage to the prime minister, and her accomplishments as CEO of Temasek. Ho Ching uses all of this a source of power to help influence the public and potential clients. How would you characterize Ho Ching’s motives? I would characterize Ho Chings motives as bold and aggressive. Ho Ching uses her power to create business with India and increase the profits by 50% in her company, her aggressiveness can be seen with her persistence to continue with the expansion even though she had to face economical adversities within her own country. What role, if any, do managerial differences based on gender play here? I would say that there is a slight gender based difference here because of her being a woman and married to the prime minister assisted...
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...reflected in the changes within the organization to disclose its annual report along with performance details that were FYI to Temasek executives only. Her appeal to investors, “to look to India for opportunities for Asian growth” is demonstrated in the account of the conference of Indian companies. Additionally, her determination to influence investors in Singapore to expand their economic concerns by investing in India, continually progresses forward. Hope for sustained progress continues August 1, 2013 when former cabinet minister and former NTUC Secretary-General, Mr. Lim Boon takes over as chairman of Temasek Holdings.” (Ramesh, Y2013 ar, 1). Based on the excerpt from Ho Ching’s speech, she uses a number of influence tactics. When she points to the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis her approach is rational persuasion, “But that sparkle is beginning to return” is an inspirational appeal. The ingratiation and inspiration comes when she states, “Now is India’s turn.” Ching employing the tactic of exchange continues by stating Singapore’s trade with India which grew 50 percent since 1997. Lastly, she places a good deal of emphasis with coalition tactics with consultation. Consultation, with respect to Asia as a whole, to working hard and smart, honing her[Asia’s] competitive strengths and leveraging on her complementary capabilities across borders, the outlook in the next decade or two looks very promising indeed.” Consultation indeed asks the target(s) to continue their participation...
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...reflected in the changes within the organization to disclose its annual report along with performance details that were FYI to Temasek executives only. Her appeal to investors, “to look to India for opportunities for Asian growth” is demonstrated in the account of the conference of Indian companies. Additionally, her determination to influence investors in Singapore to expand their economic concerns by investing in India, continually progresses forward. Hope for sustained progress continues August 1, 2013 when former cabinet minister and former NTUC Secretary-General, Mr. Lim Boon takes over as chairman of Temasek Holdings.” (Ramesh, Y2013 ar, 1). Based on the excerpt from Ho Ching’s speech, she uses a number of influence tactics. When she points to the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis her approach is rational persuasion, “But that sparkle is beginning to return” is an inspirational appeal. The ingratiation and inspiration comes when she states, “Now is India’s turn.” Ching employing the tactic of exchange continues by stating Singapore’s trade with India which grew 50 percent since 1997. Lastly, she places a good deal of emphasis with coalition tactics with consultation. Consultation, with respect to Asia as a whole, to working hard and smart, honing her[Asia’s] competitive strengths and leveraging on her complementary capabilities across borders, the outlook in the next decade or two looks very promising indeed.” Consultation indeed asks the target(s) to continue their participation...
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...SOLVED PAPER SSC (10+2) LEVEL DATA ENTRY OPERATOR & LDC EXAM First Sitting PART IV GENERAL AWARENESS 151. Cost of production of the producer is given by: (a) sum of wages paid to labourers. (b) sum of wages and interest paid on capital. (c) sum of wages, interest, rent and supernormal profit. (d) sum of wages, interest, rent and normal profit. 152. ‘Kesari’, the Newspaper was started by (a) G.K. Gokhale (b) B. G. Tilak (c) Sardar Patel (d) Raja Ram Mohan Roy 153. When was the Indian Constitution adopted? (a) 15th August, 1947 (b) 26th November, 1949 (c) 26th January, 1950 (d) 2nd October, 1952 154. Which one of the following is the smallest endocrine gland in human body ? (a) Adrenal (b) Thyroid (c) Pituitary (d) Pancreas 155. Double is a_______data type. (a) primitive (b) user defined (c) system defined (d) local 156. Yellow spots on citrus leaves is due to the deficiency of: (a) Zinc (b) Magnesium (c) Boron (d) Iron 157. Rangaswami Cup is associated with (a) Wrestling (b) Football (c) Hockey (d) Golf 158. The working of a rockets based on the principle of: (a) Conservation of momentum (b) Conservation of mass (c) Conservation of energy (d) Conservation of angular momentum www.sscportal.in Held on : 04.12.2011 Downloaded Form : http://sscportal.in Downloaded Form : http://sscportal.in Solved Papers 159. Which one of the following is a Wild Life Sanctuary ? (a) Jaldapara (b) Garumara (c) Corbett (d) Chapramari 160. The river which is used for inland waterways...
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...Correspondingly India, have always been a federal parliamentary democratic republic where the President of India elected is head of state and the Prime Minister elected is the head of government (U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, 2013). This essay will reflect on the political views of both China and India, and attempt to determine why it is more advantageous to do business in India. Government regulation is the process of dissemination, monitoring and enforcement of policy established by appropriate legislation. In, China regulation is central as particular industries are not accessible to foreign investors as the Communist Party aims to restrict external influences on its own population (Desai, 2003). An estimated 90 percent of companies listed on the Chinese exchanges are either partly or fully state-owned (Desai). Retaining a level competition base is significantly reduced, as the chances of competing against a government owned company is more than likely. A good example of policy that has restricted and reduced foreign investment is China’s severe censorship regulations. The Communist Party of China’s censorship policies have direct implications on the external media industry; ultimately restricting their communication with the public and therefore any communication with a potential customer base. In contrast, India’s government experiences weakness in the regulatory environment. India pertains a “fractious democracy and inept governance” in...
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...PAD: 201 Handout-2 (MrM) Public Administration in Bangladesh Structure of Bangladesh State The Bangladesh constitution provides for a Parliamentary form of government with the Prime Minister as Chief Executive and a President as the head of the State with very circumscribed powers. The President is elected by Parliament and the Prime Minister is a Member of Parliament. The Prime Minister appoints and heads a Cabinet of Ministers which is collectively responsible to Parliament. The Unicameral Parliament is the supreme legislative authority as well as the ultimate repository of public accountability. The Executive is organized on the basis of Ministries and within Ministries, by divisions. The system is two tiered: the Secretariat is responsible for policy, and oversight and coordination of government departments, agencies, district administration. A politically appointed Minister heads each Ministry, while a permanent civil servant is the Ministry’s administrative head and Chief Accounting Officer. . How does the administrative structure look like? -Central Admin (Secretariat and other government departments at the centre) -Divisional Admin -District Admin -Upazila Admin -Union (No. Government official) Under the close supervision of the district administration, there is a local government system composed of elected union parishads and municipal pourashavas and appointed thana and district committees. The local authorities have little capacity or...
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...What use is the Westminster Model of British Government? The Westminster model for centuries has always been the face of British politics. “Traditionally British political scientists tended to believe that the Westminster model provided democratic and effective government” and “was well suited to gradual and evolutionary change, capable of adapting where appropriate but conserving traditions and conventions that had proven themselves to be effective over a long period” (McAulla, 2006, p. 14). However, within recent decades the debate of whether the Westminster model is of use to the British government was created. This can largely be a result to the United Kingdom joining the European Union and aspects of devolution. To answer the question of what use is the Westminster model of British government, the Westminster model must firstly be understood. Thus, I will first explain the core features of the Westminster model and then assess its use of British government. The Westminster model is a unique one and parliamentary sovereignty exemplifies this. Under the Westminster system, power resides exclusively in a single national authority; parliament with no entrenched and autonomous powers being vested in any other body (Norton, 2004, p. 324). As such, no national body can question the legitimacy of its decisions, however, theoretically, the monarch holds the power to dissolve parliament. Other than that, parliament can pass any bill it wishes in theory and can remove any previously...
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...Revised folk-tale, April 20, 2014 Rizal Saryadi 11/314105/SA/15822 The Legend of Banyuwangi A long time ago in 15th century, Java was ruled in democratic system by King Sirupata. He was a wise person, kind, and friendly. Because of his integrity, everyone respected him though he acted as ordinary people in daily social life. One day the former Prime Minister of Kingdom died, and the king was forced to make a quick decision for who would succeed that position. Then the king invited all officials of the kingdom and discussed the proper candidate of this position. The discussion was not taking long time because the forums agreed to choose his son, Sirwala, to take the position. As his counselor suggested, “ My King…your son is trusted to be in this position and I think he is qualified to be the Prime Minister of our kingdom based on his love and responsibility towards the kingdom.” The King and all forums agreed with the counselor and the decided Sirwala as the official Prime Minister of Java Kingdom. After a month Sirwala was being a Prime Minister of Java Kingdom counselor talked to the king that they needed to send a delegation for a piece between their kingdom and Sriwijaya. “My king…I think that our kingdom doesn’t need to have a war with Sriwijaya. As we know our society would be suffered because of war” said the counselor. At the moment the king replied, “Hmm…you’re right my friend. Our kingdom must be peaceful, and our people must...
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...in chorus the national anthem in accompaniment of flute and drum marching together in processions in the streets. National flags are hoisted in the houses, schools, colleges, and offices. Teachers and leaders assemble in a public place to give their patriotic speeches to the people, promising to save the sovereignty and integrity of our vast country. The great sacrifice of great Indian leaders who dedicated their valuable lives for the cause-'of the country's freedom in the past, is reverently remembered. It is a great day for India. In Delhi Red Fort Parade Ground, millions of Indians from different parts of the country gather to listen to the annual speech of the Prime Minister. Many dignitaries at home and also from abroad attend the function. The tri-colour flag is unfurled by the Prime Minister with the national anthem sung vocally or played on musical instruments. A salute of 31 guns is fired, and from the sky, petals of red roses are showered from the army helicopters in the city streets. Large and coloured processions composed by the people from different Indian States pass by the Red Fort in a disciplined manner. The charming march of the army personnel's and also that of the school boys and girls who sing and dance as they march forward, are special attractions. It is, no doubt, a wonderful sight of true national spirit. Every Indian must take an oath on the Independence Day to remain loyal and patriotic and to save his beloved motherland from any outside...
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...Claim: In any field—business, politics, education, government—those in power should step down after five years. Reason: The surest path to success for any enterprise is revitalization through new leadership. Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the claim and the reason on which that claim is based. With the emphasis on the importance of revitalization to an enterprise in any field, the statement claim that changing leadership every five years will help an enterprise to achieve success. Well, revitalization is indeed essential to a successful enterprise; but the success of an enterprise is determined not only by revitalization, perseverance and consistency are also important. Besides, to make revitalization, new leadership sometimes is not a good resort; willingness to accept new ideas is the key. From these perspectives, simply changing leadership every five years is not a good way to ensure success of an enterprise. To any field, revitalization is crucial to an enterprise’s continuous booming. Through revitalization, we break former restrains on our mind and try different approaches to reach our goals. Good ideas and significant discoveries are always reaped in these new attempts. Before Columbus’ time, the only sea route from Europe to Asia was the one that bypass Africa. But Columbus dared to try a totally different way. As a result, he inadvertently discovered a new continent full of promising opportunities. We see here...
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