Synopsis: The rise in excise duty on petrol is in contradiction with the fiscal stance adopted by the government in the Economic Survey 2020-21. The new fiscal stance requires the government to borrow more instead of increasing taxes. Background: The COVID-19 has brutally impacted the economy due to which the fiscal deficit has risen to… Continue reading Rise of excise duty on Petrol and Fiscal stance of government
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Frequent transfer of public servants affect public administration
Synopsis- Frequent transfer of public servants ultimately affect their morale, performance, and also the public administration. Introduction- An analysis of the executive record (ER) sheets of thousands of IAS officers reveals that the frequent transfers in service are normal. But, frequent transfers have an adverse impact on their morale. This will lead to a decline… Continue reading Frequent transfer of public servants affect public administration
Delhi Court’s ruling on Disha Ravi Toolkit case
Synopsis – Delhi court grants bail to Disha Ravi in its ruling in the tool kit case. It termed evidence produced by Delhi police as inappropriate. Introduction- Delhi Court granted bail to climate activist Disha Ravi, arrested in the Greta Thunberg ‘toolkit’ case. Delhi Police arrested her on charges of sedition and criminal conspiracy in… Continue reading Delhi Court’s ruling on Disha Ravi Toolkit case
How to become Petroleum Independent?
Synopsis: India first needs to manage the demand for petroleum Independent products, before expanding and diversifying the energy supply. How government can reduce dependence on petroleum? There are many things that the government can and should do to reduce dependence on petroleum. Firstly, the government should introduce a zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV) programme. It requires all… Continue reading How to become Petroleum Independent?
Australia’s news media bargaining code
Synopsis – Australian government proposed a bargaining code. This code has provisions to compensate media companies for using their content. Background Australia’s recently proposed News Media and Digital Platforms Mandatory Bargaining Code Bill 2020. The law would make technology platforms like Google and Facebook pay media publishers. The payment will be made for using their news… Continue reading Australia’s news media bargaining code
Landmark verdict on Sexual harassment and its value for Women
Synopsis – The key takeaways from the landmark verdict on Sexual harassment by Delhi High Court and its value for women. Background – Recently Delhi court has acquitted a former journalist in a defamation case filed by a former Union minister. In this case, a journalist initially made allegations of sexual harassment against the former… Continue reading Landmark verdict on Sexual harassment and its value for Women
Science and Technology in India’s foreign policies
Synopsis: Covid-19 Pandemic provided India with an opportunity to mainstream science and technology (S&T) in its foreign Policies. It became possible due to the past achievements by the country in the domain of S&T. Background: The roots of India’s scientific programs can be traced to the 1959 speech delivered at the Indian Science Congress by… Continue reading Science and Technology in India’s foreign policies
Challenges in controlling Zoonotic diseases in India
Synopsis: India can turn into a hotspot for zoonotic diseases (diseases that spread from animal to human), if not controlled now. Research must be proactive as this could be a larger crisis than the COVID pandemic. Introduction During the covid-19 pandemic, Scientists developed tools to study the virus more effectively. Further, they also set up… Continue reading Challenges in controlling Zoonotic diseases in India
Why India-China Border disputes are unresolved?
Synopsis: India and China signed several bilateral agreements for border disputes resolution. However, it has not been to ensure permanent peace at the border. Background The year 2020 witnessed increased India – China border tensions in the Ladakh region, especially the Galwan valley. The incident involved an armed conflict in which soldiers from both sides… Continue reading Why India-China Border disputes are unresolved?
Why Sedition law needs a relook?
Synopsis: Recent charges of sedition against individuals have brought back focus to seditions law. The oppression of dissenters is more dangerous for society. It creates more division in society compared to seditious acts. Introduction In Kedar Nath Singh v. State of Bihar (1962), the Supreme Court defended the constitutional validity of sedition. It noted that… Continue reading Why Sedition law needs a relook?
