Synopsis: The government need to implement the recommendation of high-level committees in determining the interest rate of small savings schemes Contents1 Background2 Types of Small saving schemes in India3 Significance of Small Saving schemes;4 What is the way forward? Background Recently, the government notified on reducing the interest rates on National small savings schemes. However,… Continue reading Strengthening the National small savings schemes
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Gyanvapi Mosque dispute and the Places of worship Act 1991
Synopsis: The recent ruling by Varanasi civil court in the Gyanvapi Mosque dispute threatens the secular feature of India. Background Earlier, the representatives of the Hindu faith had filed a petition to reclaim the Gyanvapi mosque land. Now, a civil court in Varanasi directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a survey. In… Continue reading Gyanvapi Mosque dispute and the Places of worship Act 1991
India-Russia Relations
Synopsis- The visit of Russian Foreign Minister to India highlights the evolving nature of the India-Russia relationship. Introduction- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov’s recent visit to the subcontinent [India followed by Pakistan] highlights Moscow’s reorientation in the area. The Russian FM met with his Indian counterpart, External Affairs Minister S Jaishanker, to discuss a number… Continue reading India-Russia Relations
Need of State Support for Agricultural development
Synopsis: The current situation of the agricultural sector demands state support to tackle future challenges. This will ensure sustainable benefits for both – farmers and consumers. Contents1 Background:2 Factors inducing the state support:3 Past Performance with State support:4 Positives:5 Concerns:6 Way Forward Background: Countries across the globe are focusing on the gradual reduction of state’s role… Continue reading Need of State Support for Agricultural development
India’s policy towards Climate change
Synopsis: India adopted a liberal policy towards climate change in the pandemic era. This might generate significant negative impacts, thus demanding a comprehensive review. Contents1 Background:2 Should India adopt Net Zero Emission Target?3 Why Government needs to review its policies?4 Way Forward: Background: Recently a meeting took place between U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate,… Continue reading India’s policy towards Climate change
Rupee depreciation and its management
Synopsis: Rupee depreciation and its impact and solutions to protect from currency volatility risks. Contents1 Background of Rupee depreciation2 What are the reasons for rupee depreciation?3 What are the impacts of Rupee depreciation?4 How to eliminate the Rupee depreciation and currency risk? Background of Rupee depreciation Recently, the rupee fell sharply by 105 paise. It… Continue reading Rupee depreciation and its management
Why Pakistan Reverses its Decision on Trade with India?
Synopsis: Pakistan recently took back its decision to allow trade with India. It is an evaluation of Pakistan’s reversal of trade decision with India. Background Recently, the decision by Pakistan to allow for the import of cotton and sugar from India has been withdrawn within a fortnight. It has been stated that restoration of J&K’s… Continue reading Why Pakistan Reverses its Decision on Trade with India?
Chinese Threat to Hong Kong’ Democracy
Synopsis: The new electoral techniques represent the end of democracy in Hong Kong that was never truly democratic. Contents1 Background 2 Functioning of Hong Kong’s democracy:3 Power of People(Man) in Hong Kong: 4 Changes in new electoral rules of Hong Kong:5 The conclusion Background Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of China. Recently the Hong Kong’s… Continue reading Chinese Threat to Hong Kong’ Democracy
Performance Analysis of Lok Adalats in India
Synopsis: The Lok Adalats (People’s Court) have been functioning in India since the last 38 years. They have successfully solved lakhs of cases that have reduced the judicial burden. However, some experts question their efficacy as they tend to neglect justice for speedier resolution. Contents1 Background:2 Why do people go to Lok Adalats?3 Performance:4 Issues:5… Continue reading Performance Analysis of Lok Adalats in India
Flaws in India’s Internal Security Management
Synopsis:The recent attack in tekulgada area in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh exposed flaws in India’s internal security management. Hence, there is a need to bring robust reforms in the security architecture that can prevent attacks by Left Wing Extremists in the future. Contents1 Background:2 About Left Wing Extremism:3 Rationale behind origin and sustenance of… Continue reading Flaws in India’s Internal Security Management
