Context: The Karnataka’s cow protection bill, like similar laws in other states affects rural economy. Background Recently, Karnataka state’s Vidhan Sabha passed the contentious cattle protection bill that had been passed by the state assembly 10 years ago which could not enter the statute book because the governor refused assent. What are the issues involved?… Continue reading Karnataka’s cow protection bill
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Government policies – harder to implement
Context- The government’s dismissal of the concerns of farmers and workers with bold reforms is not only bad for democracy, it reduces quality of policies and also makes them harder to implement. Contents1 What is the core problem in agriculture sector in India?2 Possible solution-3 What are the issues with new farms and labour laws?4… Continue reading Government policies – harder to implement
Iran Nuclear Deal
Context: How the Iran Nuclear deal has shaped till now. Contents1 How, the Iran nuclear deal was approached differently under different US presidents?2 Why were the Israel and Saudi’s upset over lifting Sanctions?3 How it helped Iran rivals?4 What are the motives of Israel at present? How, the Iran nuclear deal was approached differently under… Continue reading Iran Nuclear Deal
Emissions Gap Report 2020
News: United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP) has released the Emissions Gap Report,2020. Facts: Emissions gap report: The report assesses the gap between anticipated emissions and levels consistent with the Paris Agreement goals of limiting global warming this century to well below 2°C and pursuing 1.5°C. Key Takeaways: Temperature Rise: World is still heading for a temperature… Continue reading Emissions Gap Report 2020
History Quiz: Kingdoms of Deccan and Pallava and Chola dynasty | 11th Dec, 2020
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SAARC Celebrates 36th Charter Day
Source: Click here News: The 36th SAARC Charter Day is being observed on 8th December.This day marks the signing of the SAARC Charter in 1985 by the leaders of SAARC Countries at the First SAARC Summit held in Dhaka (Bangladesh). Facts: South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation(SAARC): It is a regional intergovernmental organization of states in South Asia.… Continue reading SAARC Celebrates 36th Charter Day
DRDO successfully demonstrates quantum communication between two labs
Source: Click here News: Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) has successfully demonstrated communication between its two labs using Quantum Key Distribution(QKD) technology. Facts: Quantum Key Distribution(QKD): It is primarily a mechanism to undertake secure communication which utilises a cryptographic protocol involving various components of quantum mechanics. Process: The technology enables two communicating sides to come up with random secret… Continue reading DRDO successfully demonstrates quantum communication between two labs
What is Beresheet 2 Mission?
Source: Click here News: Israel has announced the launch of Beresheet 2 Mission. Facts: Background: Beresheet spacecraft built by Israeli NGO SpaceIL and state-owned Israel Aerospace Industries had reached the moon in 2019, but suffered an engine failure as it prepared to land. Beresheet 2: It is a planned mission by Israel Aerospace and SpaceIL with the aim of… Continue reading What is Beresheet 2 Mission?
India’s 1st LGBT+ workplace equality index launched
Source: Click here News: India’s 1st LGBT+ workplace equality index has been launched. Facts: India Workplace Equality Index: It is the country’s first comprehensive benchmarking tool for employers to measure their progress on LGBT+ inclusion at the workplace. Launched by: It was launched by non-profit Keshav Suri Foundation, partnered with Pride Circle, Stonewall UK and FICCI. Parameters: The index measures… Continue reading India’s 1st LGBT+ workplace equality index launched
India and UN-Based Better Than Cash Alliance organizes learning on fintech solutions
Source: Click here News: India and UN-Based Better Than Cash Alliance organized a joint Peer learning exchange on fintech solutions for responsible digital payments at the last mile. Facts: Better Than Cash Alliance: It was created in 2012 as a partnership of governments, companies and international organizations that accelerates the transition from cash to responsible digital payments. Launched… Continue reading India and UN-Based Better Than Cash Alliance organizes learning on fintech solutions
