Source: click here Synopsis: In order to encourage gender equality-related transformation in society, it is necessary to intervene at the school level. Introduction Recently a 24-year-old woman who was believed of being harassed for dowry, died tragically recently. It reveals a lot about the situation of women’s empowerment in our culture. 7,115 deaths were recorded… Continue reading False notions of gender roles should be corrected early
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What India can learn from China’s foreign Policy
Source: Indian Express Gs2: India and its Neighborhood- Relations. Relevance: China always aligns its national ambitions with its foreign policy for better results. So, aligning India’s national ambition will improve India’s foreign relations Synopsis: China’s foreign policy was always directed towards its national ambitions Contents1 Background2 1st phase: China was against Japanese occupation more than Imperialism3… Continue reading What India can learn from China’s foreign Policy
Explained: Will food become costlier?
Relevance: Global prices of major agricultural commodities in India and the reason behind divergence in prices, way forward Synopsis: Factors affecting Food inflation in India. Background Brent Crude prices ($76.18) had reached the highest since October 2018. Since the increase in international oil prices is being fully passed on to Indian consumers, there is a concern that prices of Food will… Continue reading Explained: Will food become costlier?
The power of an apology
Relevance: Content in this article can be mostly useful in your essay on international relations. Synopsis: Apologies from governments for past mistakes can help individuals reconcile with the past and enhance bilateral relations. Introduction In May, Germany apologised to Namibia for the slaughter of the Herero and Nama people in1904-1908, for the first time calling it a… Continue reading The power of an apology
Shaping India’s green future
Syllabus: GS3 – Environment Tags: Global warming, pandemic, zero emission, climate change. Relevance: Achieving net zero emissions to achieve carbon neutrality Synopsis: Pandemic and global warming are giving clear warning that India must move to a more sustainable and greener future. Contents1 Background:2 Benefits of net Zero emission approach:3 Challenges in path of carbon neutrality:4… Continue reading Shaping India’s green future
Covid-19 vaccination: Fear, myths & rumours inject vaccine hesitancy
Synopsis – What is the cause of vaccine hesitancy in India and what needs to be done to address this issue. Contents1 Introduction- 2 Causes of vaccine hesitancy 3 What needs to be done to address vaccine hesitancy? 4 Way forward- Introduction- According to community survey across 299 Indian districts, 17-18 % of eligible people are reluctant to take… Continue reading Covid-19 vaccination: Fear, myths & rumours inject vaccine hesitancy
Inadequate planning on PLI Schemes
Synopsis: Production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes are gathering momentum. Introduction 25 companies, including Nokia and Dixon Technologies, have registered for the telecom hardware PLI scheme. It is worth over Rs 12,000 crore. PLI schemes for telecom hardware, steel sector, advanced chemistry cell batteries etc. Have been notified. However, sufficient thought or a strategic planning is missing in… Continue reading Inadequate planning on PLI Schemes
Let’s step back from the NPA Scare
Synopsis: Lenders must be less afraid of regulators and agencies so that they can aggressively restructure debts. Introduction In India, there is a “NPA Scare”: An inflated fear of NPAs and lender losses. Failure of a business and credit losses are unavoidable in lending. We will hinder economic growth if we avoid all NPAs or demonise… Continue reading Let’s step back from the NPA Scare
India’s debt-to-GDP ratio at a 14-year high
Relevance: Present situation of India’s economy, dealing with a high debt burden and an increased Fiscal Deficit. Synopsis: High Fiscal Deficit, a very high Debt-to-GDP ratio and a high amount of external debt have raised concerns over debt sustainability. Few concerns and possible solutions. Contents1 Rise in Fiscal Deficit & Debt-to-GDP ratio 2 Why Fiscal Deficit… Continue reading India’s debt-to-GDP ratio at a 14-year high
Police reforms are not enough
Synopsis: Police reforms are much needed in India. In this respect, India can learn a lot from the George Floyd trial. Killing of George Floyd was in news a few months back. In USA it sparked mass protests culminating in the conviction of the police officer involved in the case. Why an erosion of public trust in the police… Continue reading Police reforms are not enough
