Source: Indian Express Relevance: Regarding Facial Recognition technology Synopsis: The greater rush for the use of FRT systems has raised various concerns, despite the strength of justification. Let’s have a brief look into the debate. Context Facial recognition technology (FRT) software systems are being installed at some of India’s busiest airports and train stations. The… Continue reading Facial recognition spreads, concern over absence of data protection law
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Explained: Haryana’s changes to land law; why they have been criticised
Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand land policies of Haryana Synopsis: The recent land acquisition bill passed by Haryana Government is being termed as “anti-farmer” which will promote “crony capitalism”. Contents1 Context:2 Provisions of the bill3 Impact of the bill:4 Why the bill is being opposed?5 Haryana Governments Stand6 Conclusion: Context: Recently, Haryana government passed the… Continue reading Explained: Haryana’s changes to land law; why they have been criticised
Why agrarian reforms should go beyond meeting demands of the agitating farmers
Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand the land reforms Synopsis: The land reforms of 50’s and 60’s have been inadequate in addressing the inequity in land ownership. Thus, new agricultural reforms should be targeted on land reforms. Contents1 Introduction2 About Agriculture:3 However, India witnesses persistent poverty in rural India. This can be seen as:4 Land reforms… Continue reading Why agrarian reforms should go beyond meeting demands of the agitating farmers
Asset monetisation — execution is the key
Source: Business Standard, The Hindu1, The Hindu 2 Relevance: Mobilization of resources Synopsis: Challenges in implementing the National Monetisation Pipeline Project and suggestions for better implementation. Contents1 Background2 Rationale behind Asset Monetization3 Issues and Challenges4 Suggestions Background Read more: National Monetisation pipeline (NMP) project – Explained Privatisation vs Monetisation Privatisation takes the government out of… Continue reading Asset monetisation — execution is the key
Making sure that girls don’t drop out of school
Source: Indian Express Synopsis: Addressing gender bias in education requires providing social, financial and emotional support to the girl child. Introduction In the recently held Olympics, Indian women showed their excellent performance. They can also excel in other fields like education. Women can contribute not just to the economy of the nation, but can also be… Continue reading Making sure that girls don’t drop out of school
India’s tuition Pandemic (On India’s mushrooming ed-tech sector)
Source: Times of India Relevance: Issues due to the rise of Edtech sector Synopsis: With billions of dollars in capital and tech backing, Indian educational corporates are creating a situation of tuition pandemic. Contents1 China’s crackdown on edtech2 What is the Indian Scenario?3 Why overemphasis on tuition is not good?4 Suggestions/Measures China’s crackdown on edtech… Continue reading India’s tuition Pandemic (On India’s mushrooming ed-tech sector)
Dealing with the discarded: E-Waste management in India
Source: Down To Earth Relevance: Managing the e-waste problem in India Synopsis: Technology plays a dominant role in our lives. But the increase in its use, coupled with extreme consumerist behaviour has come with some ill-effects on the environment, like generation of e-waste. Analysis of the e-waste issue, associated problems and measures needed. Contents1… Continue reading Dealing with the discarded: E-Waste management in India
Beyond courts: Vendetta politics muddies the logic for speedier resolution of cases against MPs, MLAs
Source: TOI Relevance: checking criminalization of justice Synopsis: Given the rise in the number of politicians with criminal cases, there is a need for reform in political and judicial systems. Contents1 Introduction2 Constitutional Provision3 What can be done4 Challenges in closing the pending cases: Introduction The Supreme Court’s push to fast-track criminal cases against politicians isn’t… Continue reading Beyond courts: Vendetta politics muddies the logic for speedier resolution of cases against MPs, MLAs
Protecting consumers, the heart of finance
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Consumer protection and education in financial sector. Synopsis: Competitive markets in financial services are the best bulwark against consumer fraud in the long run. In the medium term, dedicated legislation could be the answer Contents1 Context2 Issues with consumer protection in India3 FSLRC’s contribution4 Way forward Context In the recent Budget,… Continue reading Protecting consumers, the heart of finance
The clean-up crew we need (On vulture conservation)
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Importance of vultures for an ecosystem Synopsis: Vultures play a very important role in an ecosystem by acting as its scavengers. However, their declining population has increased various concerns. Let’s have a brief look into it. Contents1 Context2 About vultures3 Reason behind decline4 Impact of the decline5 Steps taken Context India… Continue reading The clean-up crew we need (On vulture conservation)
