Introduction The department of telecommunication (DoT) successfully conducted the spectrum auctions in March 2021. The government generated over Rs 77,000 crore from the auction as compared to Rs 45,000 crore expected However, the government has skipped the sale of the much-coveted 5G airwaves in this round. Auctions for that would be done in the future.… Continue reading Spectrum Auctions in India – Explained, Pointwise
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Issue of Pension System in India – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction As per a United Nation’s report, the Population Share of the 60+ age group in India will increase to 20% by 2050 from the present 8%. This segment of the population is unable to work either due to age-related restrictions or health-related reasons. Thus, they require adequate financial support from the government for living… Continue reading Issue of Pension System in India – Explained, Pointwise
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The Mandal case and Reservation in India – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction Supreme Court (SC) may examine the 50% reservation cap set by the Mandal case ruling of 1992(Also known as Indra Sawhney case). The decision was taken during the examination of the constitutional validity of the Maratha reservation policy of the Maharashtra government. During the hearing, the SC asked states whether they are in favour… Continue reading The Mandal case and Reservation in India – Explained, Pointwise
China’s plans for new dams on Brahmaputra River- Explained, Pointwise
Introduction The Chinese government’s new five-year plan(2021-2025) is about to approve the construction of dams in the lower stretch of the Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Zangbo in China). It is a matter of serious concern for the lower riparian states namely India and Bangladesh. The move is expected to give China an edge in International diplomacy… Continue reading China’s plans for new dams on Brahmaputra River- Explained, Pointwise
Space Industry in India: Potential and Challenges – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction: India’s space program is one of the most well-developed in the world. It has achieved numerous successes through its state-owned agency – Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). Recently another feather in the cap was added with the launch of Brazil’s Amazonia-1 satellite last week from Sriharikota. About the recent mission: ISRO’s Polar Satellite Launch… Continue reading Space Industry in India: Potential and Challenges – Explained, Pointwise
Legacy Waste management in India – Explained Pointwise
Introduction India produces 277 million tonnes of municipal solid waste annually, according to a 2016 estimate. This amount is equal to 13% of the global waste. At present, India only has 1604 solid waste treatment plants to treat this waste. They too, are not operating at their maximum capacity. So on an average, India recycles… Continue reading Legacy Waste management in India – Explained Pointwise
Cyber attacks and Cyber Security in India – Explained Pointwise
Introduction Recently there were many instances of Chinese led cyber-attacks on Indians and India based companies. A US-based cyber group has informed about Chinese hackers targeting Indian companies that developed Covid-19 vaccines (Covaxin and Covishield). Similarly, another US report informed about a Chinese firm (Red Echo) that was using malware called ShadowPad to target India’s… Continue reading Cyber attacks and Cyber Security in India – Explained Pointwise
The Collegium System – Explained Pointwise
Introduction The Collegium System was introduced in response to the executive interference in judicial appointments. However, this system has failed to protect judicial appointments from executive interference. It is due to the reasons like Post-retirement appointments of judges. At present, the collegium comprises of CJI (Chief Justice of India) and 4 senior-most judges of the… Continue reading The Collegium System – Explained Pointwise
New IT Rules for Social Media and OTT platforms – Explained Pointwise
Introduction The Government of India has released the Information Technology (Guidelines for Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. It aims to regulate social media, digital news media, and Over-The-Top (OTT) content providers. The rules were jointly announced by the Minister for Information Technology and the Minister for Information and Broadcasting. Despite being praised… Continue reading New IT Rules for Social Media and OTT platforms – Explained Pointwise
