Source: The post is based on the article “Why the sceptics are wrong, and we must invest in space” published in the Live Mint on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS Paper 3, Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology, etc. Relevance: Space Sector and associated reforms News: Last week, the first images from the James… Continue reading Why the sceptics are wrong and we must invest in space
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Why there is no reason to panic over the rupee
Source: This post is based on the following articles “Why there is no reason to panic over the rupee” published in the Indian Express on 20th July 2022. “The RBI should desist from launching a defence of the currency. Let rupee find its own level” published in the Indian Express on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 3… Continue reading Why there is no reason to panic over the rupee
SC view on deciding minority community status on state-wise basis solves one problem and creates others
Source: This post is created based on the article “SC view on deciding minority community status on state-wise basis solves one problem and creates others” published in The Times of India on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – India Constitution Context: Supreme Court in its recent observation stated that it is a settled… Continue reading SC view on deciding minority community status on state-wise basis solves one problem and creates others
Chile marks a notch in global constitutionalism
Source: This post is based on the article “Chile marks a notch in global constitutionalism” published in The Hindu on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries. Relevance: About the draft Chilean constitution. News: In 2019, Chilean protests revolve around themes such as social inequality, the… Continue reading Chile marks a notch in global constitutionalism
A new legislation that mirrors the old – On Drugs regulations in India
Source: This post is created based on the article “A new legislation that mirrors the old” published in The Hindu on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Social Issues – Issues related to health News: The Union Health Ministry recently published a new draft Bill to replace the antiquated Drugs and Cosmetics Act,… Continue reading A new legislation that mirrors the old – On Drugs regulations in India
Tunnel vision that is endangering India’s history
Source: This post is created based on the article “Tunnel vision that is endangering India’s history” published in The Hindu on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS Paper 1 – Art and Architecture in India Context: The article criticizes the planned revision to Section 20 of the ‘Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains’ Act. Section… Continue reading Tunnel vision that is endangering India’s history
No inner-party democracy
Source: This post is based on the article “No inner-party democracy” published in The Hindu on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries. Relevance: Inner-party democracy in India and the UK. News: Recently, the British Conservative Party ousted their leader Boris Johnson. The incident showcases the… Continue reading No inner-party democracy
Zombies of the West
Source: The post is based on an article “Zombies of the West” published in The Times of India on 19th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 Issues and Challenges in the growth and development of Indian Economy Relevance: Productivity; Zombie Economy News: In late 2020, due to pandemic, people adopted digital technology at an accelerating pace. It… Continue reading Zombies of the West
Unsayable in the House – On issue of unparliamentary words
Source: The post is based on an article “Unsayable in the house” published in the Indian Express on 19th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 Parliament and State Legislatures—Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business, Powers & Privileges and Issues Arising out of these. Relevance: Parliamentary Discussion News: Recently, there has been controversy surrounding the release of a… Continue reading Unsayable in the House – On issue of unparliamentary words
Fresh urgency on pension reforms
Source: The post is based on an article “Fresh urgency on pension reforms” published in the Times of India on 19th July 2022. Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Relevance: New Pension Scheme News: In recent periods, various state governments have proposed… Continue reading Fresh urgency on pension reforms
