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Language and Identity Politics in India [UGC NTA NET Political Science Notes]
Language serves as a powerful marker of identity. It is not merely a means of communication but also a reflection of cultural heritage. For instance, regional languages like Tamil and Bengali encourage a sense of belonging among speakers. Language can ..
UGC-NTA NET Political Science – Culture and Identity Politics
Culture and identity politics play role in shaping contemporary political landscapes. This area of study explores how shared beliefs, values, and social identities influence political behaviour and policy-making. Definition of Key Concepts Culture Culture encompasses the shared beliefs, values, norms, ..
Nepal to hold military exercise with China
Nepal is set to hold its first ever joint military exercise with China. The military exercise, named Pratikar-1 will be held on February 10, 2017. This marks the beginning of a new level of military engagement between Nepal and China. ..
EU to extend sanctions on Russia for six months
EU has agreed to extend economic sanctions on Russia for another six months at the one-day summit held in Brussels. The main reason for extending sanctions was Russia’s failure to abide by the Minsk agreements on Ukraine. This decision has been ..
Colombia: 110 FARC cadres pardoned as part of the Peace Deal
The government of Colombia has pardoned 110 FARC rebels as a part of the peace deal which has put an end to 52-year old conflict. The pardons which have been granted apply only for the political crimes. It does not ..
India-Indonesia sign three key agreements
India and Indonesia have signed three agreements in fields of sports, stopping illegal fishing and standardisation during the two-day visit of Indonesia President Joko Widodo to India. Both the countries have agreed to cooperate in maritime security to ensure the ..
Italy’s PM Matteo Renzi announces resignation
Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi has tendered his resignation after being roundly defeated in a referendum to make changes in the Constitution. Renzi announced his resignation taking full responsibility for the ‘extraordinary defeat’. This pushed the third largest Euro economy ..
Shavkat Mirziyoyev elected as new President of Uzbekistan
In a crushing electoral victory, Uzbekistan’s interim leader Shavkat Mirziyoyev has been elected as the new President of Uzbekistan after the death of the authoritarian leader Islam Karimov. Mirziyoyev secured 88.6% votes. The election was generally peaceful due to lack ..
O Panneerselvam sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
AIADMK leader O. Panneerselvam (65) was sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu following death of Chief Minister Jayalalithaa. He was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor Ch. Vidyasagar Rao at a solemn ceremony held in ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2016
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa passes away
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa passed away at the Apollo Hospitals, Chennai following cardiac arrest. She was 68. Jayalalithaa was one of the country’s most articulate and determined political personalities and a top film actress of the 1960s and ..