Fragment of an Ancient South Arabian Inscription.
Script and Language: Ancient South Arabian.
Himyarite kingdom Probably 4th-3rd century BCE.
This inscription is probably a legal test belonging to the Himyarites, the powerful rulers of southern Arabia.
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4.What are the various types of inscriptions?
Inscriptions can be classified according to the material and purpose. They are known as 'yupa-shasana (engraved on sacrificial post), stambha-shasana (engraved on pillars), pratima-shasana (image inscriptions),
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2.When was writing first introduced in India?
Harappan sites (2500-1700 BCE) give the first evidence of writing in Indian subcontinent but, the script is still undeciphered. After this Brahmi and Kharoshthi are two of the earliest scripts used in India which are deciphered. #UPSC
1.What is an inscription?
An inscription refers to any form of writing engraved/inscribed on a particular object such as rock, stone, metal, clay, wood, bone, ivory, bhurjapatra (birch bark), palm leaf etc. #UPSCaspirants#UPSC#artandculture#generalstudies
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While senior advocates hold a distinguished position in the legal profession, it doesn't guarantee them the right to always be heard before other advocates.
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The SC and HCs in India can designate adv as sr adv based on their merit, experience, special knowledge of the law and standing at the Bar.
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(a)× FRs are enforceable, they are not superior to DPSPs.
(b)× Laws cannot override FRs.
(d)× Both FRs and DPSPs can be amended by the Parliament.
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Indian Constitution establishes different sets of rights and duties for different classes of citizens.
Special provisions can also be made under the Constitution for the advancement of disadvantaged groups but this is not the only reason for differentiated citizenship.