Source: Indian express Relevance: Community Forests Resource (CFR) Rights is essential for forest conservation in India. Synopsis: The multifarious benefits of Community Forests Resource (CFR) Rights present compelling evidence for India to recognize and support CFR rights. Community forests with legally recognized rights are healthier and associated with lower deforestation rates, higher carbon storage and biodiversity… Continue reading In India, forest rights means forest conservation
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India must be wary of monopolistic e-retailers
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Impact of monopolistic companies and ways to combat such monopolies Synopsis: The technological superiority and huge capital have enabled the e-retailers to capture a significant share of the Indian retail market. They may convert themselves into monopolistic entities in the near future which may pose numerous problems for the nation. Background: The big e-retail firms like Jio Mart,… Continue reading India must be wary of monopolistic e-retailers
Reopen the files, reconsider privatisation
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Privatisation has the potential to alter the functioning of the Indian economy. Synopsis: In the backdrop of an economic contraction, it is important to revisit the aggressive privatization of public enterprises. Focus should be on adopting different strategies for sick and profitable units. Background: Privatization of the public sector, including banks, has… Continue reading Reopen the files, reconsider privatisation
False notions of gender roles should be corrected early
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
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 Background The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) will be celebrating its 100th anniversary… 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. Background: Frequency of extreme weather events, heat waves, and deadly droughts have increased. Recent… 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. Introduction- According to community survey across 299 Indian districts, 17-18 % of eligible people are reluctant to take the vaccine. Furthermore, 11% are concerned about the effectiveness of currently existing vaccines. Causes of vaccine hesitancy … 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
