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  Introduction The Kaveri River , also spelled as Cauvery River , is one of the most sacred and important rivers in South India. Flowing through the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu , it plays a vital role in agriculture, culture, and livelihood. But many people often ask – Where does the Kaveri River originate? In this blog post, we will explore the origin of the Kaveri River , its journey, and some fascinating facts about this life-giving river Where is the Origin of the Kaveri River? The Kaveri River originates at Talakaveri , located in the Western Ghats in the Kodagu (Coorg) district of Karnataka . Talakaveri lies at an altitude of about 1,276 meters (4,186 feet) above sea level on the Brahmagiri Hill . Although the spring at Talakaveri is not always visible, it is considered the source of the Kaveri River . A small tank has been built at the spot where the river is believed to emerge, and it is a popular pilgrimage site.   About the Kaveri River Source ...

 Have you ever wondered how many states in India are crossed by the Tropic of Cancer ? This invisible yet significant line holds great geographical importance. Known as the Tropic of Cancer , it is one of the five major latitude lines that divide the Earth. Let’s explore its path and understand which Indian states it passes through. What is the Tropic of Cancer? The Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line located at approximately 23.5° North latitude . It marks the northernmost point on Earth where the sun can be directly overhead. This happens once a year during the summer solstice (around June 21st). How Many Indian States are Crossed by the Tropic of Cancer? The Tropic of Cancer passes through 8 Indian states . These states are: Gujarat Rajasthan Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh Jharkhand West Bengal Tripura Mizoram Why is the Tropic of Cancer Important? Climate Division : It helps in dividing the country into tropical and subtropical zones. Agr...

  Hints: The Constitution of India, being federal in structure, divides all powers, i.e., legislative, executive and financial between the Centre and the states. The Constitution contains elaborate provisions to regulate the various dimensions of the relations between the Centre and the states. The Centre-State relations can be analyzed under three heads:  • Legislative relations.  • Administrative relations.  • Financial relations. Limitation to the territorial Jurisdiction of the Parliament: The Constitution defines the territorial limits of the legislative powers vested in the Centre and the states in the following way: • The Parliament can make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India. The territory of India     includes the states, the union territories, and any other area for the time being included in the territory     of India.  • A state legislature can make laws for the whole or any part of the state. The ...

Hints: In the scheme of the parliamentary system of government provided by the Constitution, the Governor is the nominal executive authority and the Chief Minister is the real executive authority. The Governor is the head of the state while the Chief Minister is the head of the government. Thus, the position of the Chief Minister at the state level is analogous to the position of the Prime Minister at the Centre.  According to the convections of the parliamentary system of government, the Governor appoints the leader of the majority party in the state legislative assembly as the Chief Minister. But, when no party has a clear majority in the assembly, then the Governor may exercise his personal discretion in the selection and appointment of the Chief Minister. In such a situation, the Governor usually appoints the leader of the largest party or coalition in the assembly as the Chief Minister and asks him to seek a vote of confidence in the House within a month. Constitutional provi...

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is one of the most important parliamentary committees in India. It plays a crucial role in ensuring accountability of the executive to the legislature in matters of public expenditure. Total Members in the Public Accounts Committee The Public Accounts Committee consists of 22 members : 15 members from the Lok Sabha (House of the People) 7 members from the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) These members are elected every year according to the principle of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote , ensuring fair representation from all political parties. About PAC Members : The Chairperson of the PAC is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Traditionally, the chairperson is from the opposition party , ensuring unbiased scrutiny. Ministers cannot be members of the PAC. Role of PAC Members : PAC members examine: Reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) Government expenditure to ensure ...