Synopsis: Pakistan’s has been retained on Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. Pakistan will stay on FATF grey list for now. Pakistan missed the mark by one crucial action point out of 27 – being judged deficient in prosecuting the senior leadership of UN-proscribed terror groups. Read more – Pakistan to remain on FATF greylist -ForumIAS Blog FATF and Pakistan Many in the Pakistan are… Continue reading Pakistan on FATF grey list- What does it mean for India?
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On the margins with full equality still out of reach
Relevance: The LGBTQ+ community is one of the most vulnerable sections in India and mainstreaming them is a great challenge. Synopsis: The global LGBTQ+ community marched ahead after the 1970s. But in India, it was not the case. Despite the Constitution focus on liberation, the marginalised segments such as LGBTQ+ did not receive enough attention so far. Contents1 What is… Continue reading On the margins with full equality still out of reach
How the Constitution was subverted during Emergency
Relevance: Proclamation of National Emergency is a test to India’s democracy, in that India passed with distinction. Context: It has now been 46 years since the beginning of National Emergency. India overcame the National emergnecy by strengthening the ideals and aspiration of Constitution makers. Contents1 About the proclamation of National Emergency in 1975: 2 What triggered the National Emergency in 1975? 3 What are the significant events that occurred during the… Continue reading How the Constitution was subverted during Emergency
Thaw on the western front
Relevance: India’s engagement with Taliban and Pakistan, and political parties Kashmir valley will stabilize its western front. Synopsis: Hijack of IC-814 flight by Taliban made India look West. Now, in the light of US withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan, India is again trying to reshape its strategic outlook towards Western region. Why is India engaging with Taliban? India is talking to the Taliban because the… Continue reading Thaw on the western front
New Globalization would yield mixed results for India
Synopsis: The old globalization was essentially good for India. The new globalization could be a mix of good and bad news. Contents1 Background: 2 Trends in Traditional elements of Globalization: 3 Impact of changing traditional trends on India: 4 New Globalization: 5 Way Ahead: Background: Some of the traditional forms of globalization (the free movement of goods, money, people, etc)… Continue reading New Globalization would yield mixed results for India
Periodic shutting of national parks is beneficial for animals
Context: The decision of Uttarakhand government to allow all year opening of two tiger reserves for tourist has been criticized by many experts. They believe that the move will disturb the ecological balance of the forest. Background: Uttarakhand forest minister announced that the state’s two Tiger Reserves — Corbett and Rajaji — would now remain open for tourism. The… Continue reading Periodic shutting of national parks is beneficial for animals
Issues with Mandatory Vaccination
Contents1 Synopsis: 2 Background: 3 Mandatory Orders issued by State Governments: 4 Verdicts over Mandatory Vaccination: 5 Way Forward: Synopsis: Vaccination is a prerequisite for tackling the Pandemic. However, mandatory vaccination interferes with a person’s right to integrity and his/her personal choice. Therefore, focus should be placed on using persuasive techniques rather than coercing the masses for vaccination. Background: The easing of second… Continue reading Issues with Mandatory Vaccination
Vaccination for Pregnant Women
Synopsis: There is need for urgent vaccination for mother’s to-be to minimise the impact of the coronavirus infection. Contents1 Why there is need to vaccinate mother-to-be? 2 Measures need to be taken to protect mother-to-be: 3 Best practice: 4 Way forward: Why there is need to vaccinate mother-to-be? Firstly, India’s demographic dividend is largely dependent on its high… Continue reading Vaccination for Pregnant Women
New Political engagements preparing the ground for a ‘Naya J&K’
Relevance: Development of Jammu and Kashmir is essential for Internal security and ensuring smooth functioning of the Federalism. Context: For the first time since the state after abrogation of article 370, the Central government initiated political engagement with the leaders of Jammu and Kashmir. Contents1 Key outcomes of the meeting: 2 What are the challenges in development of Jammu and Kashmir? 3 What are the present… Continue reading New Political engagements preparing the ground for a ‘Naya J&K’
Need to work with country on vax passport | CoWin platform is an inclusive system
Relevance: Few key points related to CoWIN platform Synopsis: India’s online vaccination platform CoWin has come a long way. With the return to centralized vaccine procurement beginning 21 June, the government is constantly fine-tuning the platform for the mass adult immunization drive. Key points: Addressing the rural-urban divide: About 53% of vaccine doses given in the country are in rural India,… Continue reading Need to work with country on vax passport | CoWin platform is an inclusive system
