Context: Social media helps the independent woman find and forge new solidarities. The rise of social media is a result of loopholes in the traditional society. Discuss these loopholes. Globalisation: Globalisation and the resulting rush of ideas across the world d meant that we are no longer connected only to our physical tribes. This has also meant… Continue reading A digital sisterhood
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Future of the federal framework
Context- The role of the Finance Commission as a neutral arbiter in the Centre-state relation in achieving the delicate balance. What are the key highlights of the latest report? The Fifteenth Finance Commission led by Chairman N. K. Singh submitted its report for the period 2021-2026 to President of India. Title of the report – ‘Finance Commission in COVID… Continue reading Future of the federal framework
Credibility of exit/opinion polls
Context: Prediction of Election outcome through Exit polls and opinion polls have not been accurate. Some examples where election prediction has miserably failed? The example of the Venezuelan recall referendum of 2004: The exit poll that predicted Hugo Chávez to be recalled however, Hugo Chávez won in the Venezuela Referendum In recent Bihar elections: The exit… Continue reading Credibility of exit/opinion polls
Strengthening public health capacities
Context- Lessons learnt by India’s healthcare sector in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic and possible solution. What is Disaster management act 2005? The stated object and purpose of the Disaster Management Act is to manage disasters, including preparation of mitigation strategies, capacity-building and more. It came into force in India in January 2006. The Act provides for “the… Continue reading Strengthening public health capacities
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon (Science & Technology) | November 12,2020
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Must Read Current Affairs Articles | 12th Nov., 2020
Good Morning dear reader. We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: \ GS Paper 2 CENTRE AND STATE Indian Express Page – 14 Syllabus Topic – Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles | 12th Nov., 2020
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz: November 11,2020
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9 PM Daily Brief – November 11, 2020
Good evening dear reader. Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today GS 2 Strengthening public health capacities GS 3 Unemployment Cold chain infra for covid vaccine 15th Finance commission report 9 PM for Preliminary examination FACTLY Strengthening public health capacities Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2 – Issues relating to development and… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Brief – November 11, 2020
Effectiveness of Monetary Policy in India | Nov. 11th, 2020
What is Monetary Policy? Monetary policy is the process by which the RBI controls the supply of money, often targeting an inflation rate or interest rate to ensure price stability. Quantitative Instruments: General or indirect (Cash Reserve Ratio, Statutory Liquidity Ratio, Open Market Operations, Bank Rate, Repo Rate, Reverse Repo Rate, Marginal standing facility and… Continue reading Effectiveness of Monetary Policy in India | Nov. 11th, 2020
Strengthening public health capacities
Context- Lessons learnt by India’s healthcare sector in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic and possible solution. What is Disaster management act 2005? The stated object and purpose of the Disaster Management Act is to manage disasters, including preparation of mitigation strategies, capacity-building and more. It came into force in India in January 2006. The Act provides for “the… Continue reading Strengthening public health capacities
