SC for conclusive proof in graft case: SC makes proof of demand necessary to give a verdict on corruption cases Context Mere possession or recovery of currency notes from a public official is not enough to substantiate that someone has taken a bribe, SC said. There has to be conclusive proof that he/she did make… Continue reading SC for conclusive proof in graft case:
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Industrial policy,clusters for manufacturing on anvil:
Industrial policy,clusters for manufacturing on anvil: National plan for manufacturing clusters Context: The process for formulation of a new industrial policy has been initiated and consultations are being held with stakeholders. Introduction: The government is preparing a national plan for manufacturing clusters with an aim to bring about convergence in development of industrial areas by… Continue reading Industrial policy,clusters for manufacturing on anvil:
GM mustard policy: SC gives govt. time:
GM mustard policy: SC gives govt. time: GM mustard policy on hold by Center Context: The government on 17.07.2017 informed the Supreme Court that a policy decision on the commercial release of the Genetically Modified (GM) mustard crop is yet to be finalised. Introduction: On October 17, 2016, the court had extended the stay on… Continue reading GM mustard policy: SC gives govt. time:
China holds live drills near Arunachal border:
China holds live drills near Arunachal border: China held live-fire exercises in South Tibet Context China on Monday held live-fire exercises in Tibet, in an area facing Arunachal Pradesh, which it calls South Tibet. Mind games being played at Doklam area by China China’s Global Times carried that the exercise was conducted by one of… Continue reading China holds live drills near Arunachal border:
Spaces, not embraces:
Spaces, not embraces: (Microscopic view on the countries’ friendship) Context: The impact of a closer friendship with the U.S. can be better judged by the challenges that the superpower’s retreating global role presents Background In early 1987, U.S. President, Ronald Reagan had difficult choices to make on the future of Afghanistan. As the Soviet Union… Continue reading Spaces, not embraces:
Centre’s ‘no’ to SC appeal on old notes:
Centre’s ‘no’ to SC appeal on old notes: Centre denies SC appeal to extend grace period to deposit old notes Context The Centre says there is no justifiable reason to let citizens have any grace period to deposit their demonetized notes after the cut-off date of December 30, 2016. Centre explains Centre told Supreme Court… Continue reading Centre’s ‘no’ to SC appeal on old notes:
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 31, 2018
Archives Q.1) In recent days, it is often warned that India is facing its worst ever water crisis. Why is it so? Which factors are responsible for this and how the problem of water crisis should be addressed? Discuss Answer: According to NITI Ayog, India is facing its worst-ever water crisis, with 600 million people… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 31, 2018
Nil GST on fabrics not feasible’:
Nil GST on fabrics not feasible’:(Aftermath of GST) Context: The government ruled out cutting tax rates for the textiles sector, saying a zero per cent GST on fabrics will break the input tax credit chain for the domestic industry and make imported items cheaper. Introduction: Organised traders and unorganized sellers in the textiles sector have… Continue reading Nil GST on fabrics not feasible’:
The need for lateral entry in civil services:
The need for lateral entry in civil services: ( (Proposal for middle-rung lateral entry in ministries) Context The Prime Minister Office (PMO) has instructed the department of personnel and training to prepare a proposal for middle-rung lateral entry in ministries dealing with the economy and infrastructure. The need for lateral entry. It is both a… Continue reading The need for lateral entry in civil services:
No common ground on the Doklam plateau:
No common ground on the Doklam plateau: (The Hindu, Editorial) (The Cartographic aggression of China) Context China’s current claims over the Doklam plateau can be seen as an instance of cartographic aggression, which China often engages in. China’s action China may have temporarily halted its road construction programme, but it appears determined to hold on… Continue reading No common ground on the Doklam plateau:
