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Shift in india’s foreign policy

shifting trajectory of India’s foreign policy Context- The significance of 3rd India-USA 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue and the shifting trajectory of India foreign policy. What are the key highlights of 3rd India-US 2+2 dialogue? 1)The USA reiterated its support to India in defending its territorial sovereignty in the background of the ongoing stand-off between India-China. It… Continue reading Shift in india’s foreign policy

Examining Examinations

Context: Need of an education system that encourages children to question and learn. What are the problems with our current examination system? The cut-throat nature of our examination system celebrates the success of a few and creates unhealthy competition. This leads to an excessive amount of stress in children who are physiologically, psychologically and emotionally… Continue reading Examining Examinations

NITI Aayog releases draft Act, rules for states on land titling

News: NITI Aayog has released the draft model Act and rules for states for regulation on conclusive land titling.   Facts: Aim: To reduce land-related litigations and improved land acquisition for infrastructure projects.   Key Provisions of the rules: State governments will have the power to order for establishment, administration and management of a system… Continue reading NITI Aayog releases draft Act, rules for states on land titling

New wage code bars bonus for those facing sex abuse charges

News: According to a provision in the Code on Wages 2019, ‘conviction for sexual harassment’ can be a ground for denying bonus payouts to employees.   Facts: What does the code provide? The code says that an employee shall be disqualified from receiving bonus if he is dismissed from service for fraud or riotous or… Continue reading New wage code bars bonus for those facing sex abuse charges

Pakistan announces provincial status for Gilgit-Baltistan

News: Pakistan Prime Minister has officially announced to convert the disputed territory of Gilgit Baltistan (GB) into a full-fledged province.   Facts: Gilgit Baltistan: It is a region administered by Pakistan as an administrative territory.It borders Azad Kashmir to the south, Afghanistan to the north, China to the east and India to the southeast. Background:… Continue reading Pakistan announces provincial status for Gilgit-Baltistan

Stubble Burning Issue

Stubble Burning Issue and Analysis Context: New innovative method, the PUSA Decomposer, developed at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa can offer a sustainable solution for stubble burning. What is stubble burning? Stubble burning refers to the practice of farmers setting fire to plant debris that remain in farms after harvest. Stubble burning is practised… Continue reading Stubble Burning Issue

Farm laws and desirability of MSP

Minimum support price (MSP) for Farm Bill Context: The recently enacted farm bills have triggered debate on the desirability of the MSP regime. More in news: The period from 2004 to 2012 was the period of high commodity prices, high government procurement and rapid reduction in rural poverty. This shows a causal link between the… Continue reading Farm laws and desirability of MSP

Brief on India-US Relations

India-US Relations Context – India-US relations over the year and significance of 3rd 2+2 Dialogue. How India-US ties deepened with the end of Cold War? In the post-cold war era, India’s relationship with the US on defence and strategic issues has strengthened. This can be reflected in the following: 1991- India’s engagement with the US… Continue reading Brief on India-US Relations

Aser report 2020 analysis

Aser report 2020 Context: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students in rural areas have received only marginal assistance in the form of structured learning materials from teachers. What are the findings of the Annual Status of Education Report 2020? The ASER 2020 survey covering 26 States and four Union Territories found that there is a… Continue reading Aser report 2020 analysis

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