Synopsis: Concept of smart walls has been introduced in the US. India should also explore the possibilities of using smart walls to protect borders. Syllabus – GS- 3 – Internal Security – Border management Introduction US president has stopped the construction of a “border wall” between the U.S. and Mexico. However, a new ‘smart’ wall… Continue reading ‘Smart walls’ for Indian borders
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Need of introspection among Media professionals
Source: Click here Syllabus: GS Synopsis: Media professionals need to introspect. Action against someone spreading fake news cannot be portrayed as a threat to freedom of the press. Introduction Fake news causes social disturbance not only in India but globally. One false news item can spark panic and even violence in society. Media is the… Continue reading Need of introspection among Media professionals
Budget 2021 paid less attention to Hunger and Malnutrition
Source: Click here Syllabus: Government Budgeting Synopsis: Global pandemic and economic slowdown led to the health and economic crisis. But, the Union Budget 2021-22 did not pay attention to hunger, and Malnutrition. Need of Food Security High rate of child malnutrition- National Family Health Survey-5 showed that child malnutrition levels in 2019 were higher… Continue reading Budget 2021 paid less attention to Hunger and Malnutrition
Coup in Myanmar: Derailment of Democracy
Source: The Hindu, Indian Express Gs2: India and its Neighborhood- Relations. Synopsis: Coup in Myanmar is an outcome of many unresolved differences between the democratically elected government and the army. It has many consequences. Background Myanmar is a partially democratic country. The democratic government led by Aung San Suu Kyi shared half of its power… Continue reading Coup in Myanmar: Derailment of Democracy
A need to enhance intelligence system in combating the left-wing extremism (LWE)
Source: The Hindu Syllabus: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. Synopsis: Casualties in left-wing extremism (LWE)-affected States have not stopped. There is an urgent need to enhance the intelligence system in these areas. Introduction After 2008 attack on CRPF, the massive deployment of security forces was witnessed in the left-wing extremism (LWE)-affected States. With… Continue reading A need to enhance intelligence system in combating the left-wing extremism (LWE)
Evaluation of Budget 2021
Source: The Hindu Gs2: Parliament and State Legislatures- Budgeting Synopsis: The evaluation of Budget 2021 is done on three parameters. First, on the credibility of the Budget. Second, it’s potential to deliver adequate domestic output and jobs. Third, on how the Budget raises resources. What is the Credibility of the Budget 2021? Budget 2021 scores… Continue reading Evaluation of Budget 2021
Budget 2021: Continues with fiscal conservatism
Source: The Hindu Gs2: Parliament and State Legislatures- Budgeting Synopsis: A close analysis of Budget 2021 reveals that the Government is following the principle of fiscal conservatism. The policy of Fiscal spending was the need of the hour. Why the government resorts to fiscal conservatism? Falling revenues had forced the government to restrict its aggregate… Continue reading Budget 2021: Continues with fiscal conservatism
Budget 2021: Despite some hits, the Budget has crucial misses
Synopsis: The recently released budget 2021 has got a few things right, but there are some issues as well. Introduction The government’s response to distress in the economy was below expectations. Public spending was just over 1% of GDP. It was in a situation when GDP growth was in the negative zone and the unemployment… Continue reading Budget 2021: Despite some hits, the Budget has crucial misses
India- Myanmar relations after Coup
Synopsis: India has a deep security relationship with the Myanmar military. It is not in India’s interest to intervene in Myanmar’s politics. Introduction Military rule has returned to Myanmar after a coup. Aung San Suu Kyi along with the political leadership has been detained by the Military. Similar events took place in Myanmar 30 years… Continue reading India- Myanmar relations after Coup
“Vehicle Scrappage Policy” to phase out old and unfit vehicles
What is the news? The Finance Minister has announced the voluntary vehicle scrappage policy. It aims at phasing out old and unfit vehicles. About vehicle scrappage policy Aim of the Policy: Scrappage policy will encourage fuel-efficient, environment-friendly vehicles on the road. Thereby It will reduce vehicular pollution and the oil import bill. Key Features :… Continue reading “Vehicle Scrappage Policy” to phase out old and unfit vehicles
