Hayat Ashraf

Nature and Scope of First-Past-the-Post (FPTP) Voting System 1. Nature of FPTP  Simple and Winner-Takes-All FPTP is a straightforward electoral system where voters in each constituency choose one candidate, and the candidate with the most votes wins, even if they don't have an absolute majority.   Majoritarian Focus It emphasizes a majoritarian approach, favoring candidates who can secure the highest number of votes, potentially leading to clear winners and stable governments. 2. Scope of FPTP  Localized Representation  FPTP operates at the constituency level, providing a direct link between voters and their representatives. Each constituency elects its own representative, enhancing local representation.  Common in Westminster Systems  FPTP is widely used in Westminster-style parliamentary systems, including the United Kingdom, Canada, and India, where the candidate with the most votes in each constituency wins a seat in the legislature.  P...

Proportional Representation (PR) Fostering Fairness, Diversity, and Stable Governance Introduction: Proportional Representation (PR) stands as a cornerstone in the democratic architecture of many nations, embodying the principle of fair representation and inclusivity. This electoral system, characterized by the proportional allocation of seats based on the percentage of votes received, is designed to ensure that the legislative body mirrors the diverse political opinions within the electorate. Nature of Proportional Representation: 1. Representation by Proportion:    PR fundamentally rests on the concept of proportionality, linking the distribution of seats in the legislative body directly to the share of votes each political party or candidate garners. This core principle aims to prevent discrepancies between popular support and legislative representation. 2. Multi-Member Districts:    The implementation of PR often involves larger electoral ...

भारतीय संविधान की प्रस्तावना            उद्देशिका  हम, भारत के लोग, भारत को एक संपूर्ण प्रभुत्व संपन्न, समाजवादी , पंथनिरपेक्ष, लोकतंत्रात्मक गणराज्य बनाने के लिए, तथा उसके समस्त नागरिकों को: सामाजिक, आर्थिक और राजनीतिक न्याय, विचार, अभिव्यक्ति, विश्वास, धर्म और उपासना की स्वतंत्रता, प्रतिष्ठा और अवसर की समता, प्राप्त कराने के लिए, तथा उन सब में, व्यक्ति की गरिमा और राष्ट्र की एकता और अखण्डता सुनिश्चित कराने वाली, बन्धुता बढ़ाने के लिए, दृढ़ संकल्पित होकर अपनी संविधान सभा में आज तारीख 26 नवम्बर 1949 ई॰ (मिति मार्गशीर्ष शुक्ल सप्तमी, संवत दो हजार छह विक्रमी) को एतद्द्वारा इस संविधान को अंगीकृत, अधिनियमित आत्मार्पित करते हैं। Part 01 (Article 1 to 4)  संघ एवं उसका क्षेत्र  The Union its Territory                                                                        ...

Human rights are fundamental rights and freedoms that every person is inherently entitled to, simply by being human. These rights encompass a broad range of principles and values, often expressed in international documents such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. They include civil and political rights, such as the right to life, liberty, and freedom of expression, as well as economic, social, and cultural rights, like the right to work, education, and health. Human rights are universal, inalienable, and indivisible, meaning they apply to everyone, cannot be taken away, and are interconnected. The protection and promotion of human rights are essential for fostering dignity, equality, and justice in societies worldwide.

Natural rights, as a concept rooted in political philosophy,   Historical Context: 1. Lockean Foundation:    - John Locke's influential treatises, such as "Two Treatises of Government," form a cornerstone for natural rights.    - Locke posited that individuals have inherent rights to life, liberty, and property, forming the basis of natural rights. 2. Social Contract Theory:    - Locke's social contract theory asserts that individuals, in a hypothetical state of nature, form societies to protect their natural rights.    - Governments derive legitimacy from the consent of individuals and exist to secure these rights. Philosophical Perspectives: 3. Hobbesian Alternative:    - Thomas Hobbes presented an alternative view, arguing for a strong central authority to avoid the chaos of the state of nature.    - His focus was on self-preservation and the necessity of ceding certain rights for social order. 4. Rousseau's Commun...

कई लोगों ने पूछा है कि नौकरी के साथ-साथ यूपीएससी सिविल सेवा परीक्षा की तैयारी कैसे करें। इस पर मेरी युक्तियाँ इस प्रकार हैं: पढ़ाई के लिए समय निकालना  सुबह 5 बजे उठें. यह सबसे अधिक लाभदायक होगा. आपने अपने छात्र जीवन में देर रात तक पढ़ाई की होगी, लेकिन नौकरी के साथ, आपका दिमाग भारी परीक्षा सामग्री को आत्मसात करने के लिए बहुत थका हुआ होगा।  - हर दिन 4-5 घंटे (कम से कम सुबह 5 बजे से सुबह 8 बजे तक)  -शनिवार और रविवार को कम से कम 12 घंटे यात्रा एवं कार्य अवकाश का उपयोग करना  -ऑफिस ब्रेक में अखबार, करेंट अफेयर्स खत्म करने की कोशिश करें।  - वैकल्पिक करने का प्रयास न करें। असर कम होगा  - यात्रा का समय बचाने के लिए कार्यस्थल के निकट रहने का प्रयास करें।  - यात्रा के दौरान पढ़ाई के लिए बाइक के बजाय सार्वजनिक परिवहन का उपयोग करें। अन्यथा वीडियो/ऑडियो सुनें सूत्रों का कहना है  -अध्ययन के स्रोत बढ़ाने की कोशिश करने के बजाय सीमित स्रोतों से गहन अध्ययन पर ध्यान दें।  -यह सबसे महत्वपूर्ण पहलू है क्योंकि आपके पास समय की कमी है  - कई टॉपर...

Many Aspirants have asked how to prepare for UPSC Civil Services Exam along with job. Here are my tips on it: Finding time to study Wake up at 5 AM. This will be most fruitful. You may have studied late at night in your student days, but with job, your mind will be too tired to assimilate heavy exam stuff.  - 4-5 hours every day (5am-8am minimum) - Atleast 12 hours on Sat & Sun Utilizing travel & work breaks -Try to finish newspapers, current affairs in office breaks.  - Don't try to do optional. Impact will be less - Try to live near workplace to save travel time.  - Use public transport over bike to study while travelling. Else listen videos/ audios Sources -Instead of trying to increase sources of study, focus on in depth study from limited sources. -This is the most critical aspect as you are short of time - Many toppers have recommended limited sources -> Just stick to that Outsource -Since you have less time, you must NOT focus on work which you can get ...