Synopsis: Official death reporting in India is not realistic. Government and experts need to rely on these numbers only for every purpose. If realistic estimates of COVID-19 deaths by city, rural settings, districts, and States are known, India can plan a more targeted response towards the pandemic. Background Registration of Deaths in India is fragmented… Continue reading Issue of inaccurate Death reporting in India
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Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2 – Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Synopsis – Wearing professional attire and refraining from using mobile phones while on duty are some examples of regulations that will improve the force’s image as well as efficiency. Introduction – The CBI director has directed all officials of the agency to… Continue reading Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
Synopsis: How Election Commission decides on party symbol disputes? Background Recently, there has been a split within the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) and both the factions are claiming for the same party symbol. In the case of deciding the recognized party among rival factions, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has the final say. ECI… Continue reading Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
Vaccination policy of India – Issues & Suggestions
Synopsis: The vaccination policy of India should maintain a balance between the achievement of health goals and demands of supply constraints. Introduction Vaccines are a proven shield against the SARS-CoV-2 virus. They have prevented serious illness and death. A study of data from the UK collected between December 1, 2020, and April 30, 2021, showed that… Continue reading Vaccination policy of India – Issues & Suggestions
Problems with discoms need radical reforms
Synopsis: To completely recover from problems with Discoms , India needs radical reforms in the Power sector. Financial aid packages from Centre to Discoms forms only a part of a solution. Contents1 Background2 Analysis of the performance of UDAY and Problems with Discoms3 What are the reasons for the problems with discoms?4 Suggestions to… Continue reading Problems with discoms need radical reforms
Marriage Rights of the LGBTQIA+ community
Synopsis: India needs to look beyond the traditional concept of marriages to recognise marriages irrespective of gender identity and sexual orientation. Thus, India can recognise the marriage rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. Contents1 Background:2 How marriage rights of the LGBTQIA+ community evolved globally?3 Judgements in India recognising marriage rights of the LGBTQIA+ community:4 Way forward:… Continue reading Marriage Rights of the LGBTQIA+ community
Rationale behind New Information Technology Rules, 2021
Synopsis: Social media is a direct product of the globalized internet, which connects people all over the globe. It significantly impacts economic, social, and political discourse in a country. Hence, the government formulated new Information Technology Rules, 2021 to regulate them and prevent their misuse. Contents1 Background:2 About Social Media:3 Information Technology Rules, 2021 related… Continue reading Rationale behind New Information Technology Rules, 2021
Balancing Civil rights and Anti-terror laws
Synopsis: The objective of UAPA is to check terrorism, and its misuse is against the ethos of democracy. Background: Recently, Delhi High Court granted bail to activists who were undertrial for their alleged involvement in the 2020 Delhi riots. The judgment is a judicial opposition to the authoritarian regime of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act… Continue reading Balancing Civil rights and Anti-terror laws
Flaws in Haryana Government’s order demanding demolition of Khori Gaon Jhuggis
Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Issues associated with the Order:4 Other Concerning issues:5 Way Forward: Synopsis: The Haryana government’s order demanding the demolition of Khori Gaon Jhuggis is surrounded by multiple flaws. It would result in brutal violations of human rights. Therefore, the government should provide alternative land and reasonable facilities to those facing eviction. Background: The… Continue reading Flaws in Haryana Government’s order demanding demolition of Khori Gaon Jhuggis
Role of disruptive technologies in improving the health sector
Synopsis: Application of future Digital technologies in the health sector can lead to accessible, affordable, and quality health care. Further, it can reduce human involvement in risky functions. Background Human involvement in diagnosis, treatment, and hospital care of infected patients puts them at greater risk of contracting the disease. For instance, many frontline warriors fighting… Continue reading Role of disruptive technologies in improving the health sector
