Source: The Hindu Relevance: This judgment clears an important issue related to the power of the state’s legislative assembly. Synopsis: The recent verdict of the Supreme Court (SC) has enabled Delhi’s legislative assembly to scrutinise social media companies. This has opened the gates for scrutiny of social media platforms by other States as well. Contents1… Continue reading The power of scrutiny
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Family mis-planning
Source: Indian Express Relevance: It is a critical analysis of the UP’s new proposed population law. 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 education and empowerment of women can yield better results, as seen in southern states.… Continue reading Family mis-planning
What is the ‘right to repair’ movement?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: How the right to repair movement will be beneficial for consumer protection. Synopsis: In recent years, countries around the world have been attempting to pass effective ‘right to repair’ laws. But the movement has faced tremendous resistance from tech giants such as Apple and Microsoft over the years. Background: The… Continue reading What is the ‘right to repair’ movement?
Govt may issue guidelines for ‘flex-fuel’ vehicles by October
Source: Business Standards Relevance: Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) can increase fuel efficiency and decrease pollution. This concept can be used in answer writing of both topics. Synopsis: Some challenges should be addressed before the adoption of flexible fuel vehicles. Background: The government is considering the use of flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) to ensure increased use… Continue reading Govt may issue guidelines for ‘flex-fuel’ vehicles by October
Regional powers and the Afghanistan question
Source: Indian Express Relevance: This article explains the implications of US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Synopsis: Regional powers now have the burden of managing the military vacuum created by the US retreat in Afghanistan. Introduction: The two developments have moved Afghanistan into the court of regional powers. These are: The speedy withdrawal of US troops from… Continue reading Regional powers and the Afghanistan question
Dispelling myths about capital dumping would serve India well
Source: Live Mint Relevance: This article highlights the importance of big e-commerce companies for Indian economy. Synopsis: Proponents of ‘capital dumping’ conveniently ignore the role that e-commerce plays in economic growth. Background Currently, foreign e-commerce marketplaces are allegedly indulging in ‘capital dumping’. Such allegations are leveled by some interest groups. However, the allegation will be detrimental… Continue reading Dispelling myths about capital dumping would serve India well
How India can face the tidal wave of marine plastic?
Source: Down to Earth Relevance: Ways to tackle marine plastic pollution. Synopsis: Plastic waste contributes to pollution on a major scale. Some solid steps are required to handle it. Plastic waste Data The extensive use of plastic in India has reached a critical point, which should concern everyone. The Central Pollution Control Board’s (CPCB) Annual… Continue reading How India can face the tidal wave of marine plastic?
Courts, protect media: IT rules attack media’s core freedom. Judges should see legal challenges to rules in that light
Source: Times of India Relevance: New IT rules are aimed at regulating media and address the Challenges to internal security. Synopsis: New IT rules that apply indiscriminately to all digital content are facing a slew of legal challenges from news agencies. News agencies and the IT Rules: Recently, in a petition brought by the National Broadcasters… Continue reading Courts, protect media: IT rules attack media’s core freedom. Judges should see legal challenges to rules in that light
Did central planning end in July 1991?
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Understanding issues involved with central planning Synopsis: Regulation in India has often tilted towards central planning. There is too much control vested with regulators in India, RBI’s recent decision to ban the storage of customer card data is just one such example. Market economy vs central planning In a market economy,… Continue reading Did central planning end in July 1991?
Shaping a trilateral as Rome looks to the Indo-Pacific
Source: The Hindu Relevance: India-Italy-Japan trilateral and Indo-Pacific are important topics in International Relations Synopsis: India-Italy-Japan trilateral cooperation has the potential to improve Indo-Pacific. India in Indo-Pacific: One of the signs of India’s growing centrality in the Indo-Pacific strategic architecture is its burgeoning engagement with key western nations. The growth of India’s weight in Indo-Pacific affairs… Continue reading Shaping a trilateral as Rome looks to the Indo-Pacific
