Source: Times of India Synopsis: The alleged spying attack (Pegasus) on opposition leaders, journalists and protestors has raised questions over the accountability and independent functioning of intelligence agencies. In this context, a private member bill is introduced for allowing parliamentary oversight over them. Contents1 Background:2 Rationale behind its introduction:3 Global Scenario:4 Way Ahead: Background: Congress… Continue reading Spooky change
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Population populism: UP draft population bill fails tests of necessity, intrusiveness
Source: Down To Earth (Article 1, Article 2) Relevance: It is a critical analysis of the UP’s new proposed population policy. Synopsis: UP’s new population policy and draft law try to use punishment as a tool to control fertility levels. However, evidence shows that focusing on the education and empowerment of women can yield better results.… Continue reading Population populism: UP draft population bill fails tests of necessity, intrusiveness
Haunting Our Seas: How ‘ghost nets’ threaten marine life and human beings
Source: Times of India Relevance – Marine life is facing threats from human-induced pollutants. Ghost nets are one of the threats that require urgent attention. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Menace of Ghost Nets:4 Initiatives taken to solve the problem of ghost net: Synopsis: Ghost nets put severe stress on marine species, which threaten their survival. A… Continue reading Haunting Our Seas: How ‘ghost nets’ threaten marine life and human beings
The Ganga’s message
Source: The Hindu Relevance: India must take its laws on waste seriously to stop microplastics pollution. Synopsis: Microplastic pollution around the world demands the proper implementation of existing laws and global collaboration. Contents1 Introduction:2 Other challenges with the Ganga:3 Reason for microplastic increase in Ganga:4 Suggestions: Introduction: The Ganga might have stood witness to many stages… Continue reading The Ganga’s message
Polluted river stretches in India: A list across states
Source: Down to Earth Relevance: Understanding reasons behind polluted river stretches in India Synopsis: Various Indian states have a large number of polluted river stretches. What are the reasons behind it and steps taken by the government to address the problem? Contents1 Background2 Performance of states3 Reasons behind polluted river stretches4 Steps taken by the govt… Continue reading Polluted river stretches in India: A list across states
‘Gatekeeper Model’ mooted to prevent suicides in prisons
Source: The Hindu Relevance – Proper human treatment of prisoners is one of the aspects of ensuring human rights in India. Contents1 Synopsis: 2 Background:3 Guidelines by NIMHANS:4 Need of Guidelines: Synopsis: The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) issues guidelines for dealing with mental health challenges. It proposes a ‘Gatekeeper Model’, where… Continue reading ‘Gatekeeper Model’ mooted to prevent suicides in prisons
Afghanistan without Pak & Islam
Source: Business Standard Relevance: India’s future course of action in Afghanistan Synopsis: India’s future afghan policy should stop viewing the Taliban as a hostile force. It should give a serious thought on the fact that despite having a different ideology, it might not be the enemy. India’s future dynamics with Taliban Few things to consider:… Continue reading Afghanistan without Pak & Islam
Countering China means more role for Navy and Airforce
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Countering China’s border aggression against India Synopsis: We can face China by giving bigger roles to the navy and air force and downsizing the army by 200,000 men. Contents1 China: An aspiring world power2 Strategic weakness of China3 Strategy to counter China4 Why Navy & Airforce should be given bigger roles?5… Continue reading Countering China means more role for Navy and Airforce
A Bill to stop strikes at ordnance factories
Source: Indian Express Introduced: Lok Sabha (22nd July 2021) Passed: Lok Sabha (3rd August 2021) and Rajya Sabha (5th August 2021) Present status: Received the assent of the President on the 11th August 2021. About the Essential Defence Services Bill Relevance: This is an example of government powers to restrict the function of pressure… Continue reading A Bill to stop strikes at ordnance factories
MGNREGA was safety net for workers during first wave, but there are holes in it now
Source: Indian Express Relevance – MGNREGA is one of the most famous and biggest employment programs. Any issue in this program can affect millions of lives. Synopsis: There are issues in the disbursement of MGNREGA wages. Contents1 Background2 Issues in the disbursement of MGNREGA wages3 Second, MGNREGA has been a laboratory of many experiments since… Continue reading MGNREGA was safety net for workers during first wave, but there are holes in it now
