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7 PM | Whither tribunal independence?| 2nd March 2020

Context: Tribunal, Appellate Tribunal, and other Authorities (Qualifications, Experience and other Conditions of Service of Members) Rules, 2020 notified after SC verdict in November 2019 and issues related to it. More in news: The Supreme Court in November 2019 passed a significant judgment on the functioning of Tribunals in the Country.  The Ministry of Finance in… Continue reading 7 PM | Whither tribunal independence?| 2nd March 2020

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[Answers] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 2nd March, 2020

1. What do you understand by the term ‘right to due process’? Discuss its significance in a democracy. Answer 2. Discuss India’s policy towards Afghanistan. Why is peace in Afghanistan important for India? Answer 3. India needs to engage with its neighbours for the realisation of its global ambitions. Comment. Answer 4. What are the… Continue reading [Answers] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 2nd March, 2020

U.S, Taliban sign peace deal

News:The US and Taliban have signed a peace deal in Doha, the capital of Qatar. Facts: Key provisions of the deal: Withdrawal of the United States troops from Afghanistan. A commitment by the Taliban to end support for U.S.-deemed terrorist organizations. Maintaining a communications channel between US and Taliban to support implementation of the agreement.… Continue reading U.S, Taliban sign peace deal

Period Poverty

News:Scotland may become the first country in the world to end ‘period poverty’ by passing the Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Bill to make sanitary products free for all. Facts: About Period Poverty: Period poverty is often described as a lack of access to sanitary products due to financial constraints. About Period Products (Free Provision)… Continue reading Period Poverty

Initiatives for Gender Advancement and Equality in Academic and Research Institutions

News: The President has announced a few initiatives for gender advancement and equality in academic and research institutions on the National Science Day celebrations. Facts: About Vigyan Jyoti Scheme: Nodal ministry:Ministry of Science & Technology(DST). Coverage:The programme covers girl students from grade 9 to 12. Aim:To create a level-playing field for the meritorious girls in… Continue reading Initiatives for Gender Advancement and Equality in Academic and Research Institutions

International Women’s Day(IWD)

News:The Government of India has launched a special theme-based focused campaign from 1st-7th March in the run up to the International Women’s Day on 8th March,2020. Facts: The seven themes that are being observed by the Government of India include Education, Health and nutrition, Empowerment of women, Skills & entrepreneurship, Participation in sports, Rural women… Continue reading International Women’s Day(IWD)

EKAM Fest

News:Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment has inaugurated the week long Exhibition-cum-Fair “EKAM Fest” in New Delhi. Facts: About EKAM Fest: The word Ekam stands for Entrepreneurship, Knowledge, Awareness, Marketing.It also represents inclusiveness, oneness and unity. Aim:To a) promote entrepreneurship and knowledge among the Divyangjan/Persons with disabilities(PwDs) community b) generate awareness among society about… Continue reading EKAM Fest

ICGS Varad

News:The Indian Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Vessel(OPV), ICGS Varad has been commissioned into service. Facts: About ICGS Varad: ICGS Varad is the the fifth in the series of seven Vikram-class offshore patrol vessel vessels being constructed by Larsen and Toubro(L&T). The vessel is the first major defence ship to clear all the sea trials in… Continue reading ICGS Varad

Sanskruti Kunj Fair

News:The Eight day cultural fair called Vasantotsav was inaugurated at Sanskruti Kunj in Gandhinagar,Gujarat. Facts: About the Sanskruti Kunj fair: It is an annual festival organised by the Government of Gujarat to celebrate the rich diverse heritage of the country. The festival is often referred to as the state’s spring festival or Basant Mahotsava as… Continue reading Sanskruti Kunj Fair

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