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India‘s baby step to prevent custodial tortures

Context: The Union government is seriously considering the 273rd Report of the Law Commission, which has recommended that India ratify the United Nations Convention against Torture and pass a law to prevent torture and punish its perpetrators. Introduction: The recommendation of the Commission, headed by former Supreme Court Judge Justice B.S. Chauhan, will now work… Continue reading India‘s baby step to prevent custodial tortures

Must Read News Articles – November 30

 Archives GS: 2 International relations: U.S. now within range of N. Korea’s nuclear weapons (The Hindu) North Korea said it successfully tested a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on Wednesday in a “breakthrough” that puts the U.S. mainland within the range of its nuclear weapons whose warheads could withstand re-entry to the Earth’s atmosphere. Singapore… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – November 30

Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 30

Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers. Q.1) The India is said to be a federation with a unitary bias. In this context, explain the relationship between the Centre and the States in India. (GS-2) The Hindu… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 30

Interfaith marriages and constitution

Context: The Supreme Court’s order allowing Hadiya freedom of movement was long overdue Introduction: By freeing Hadiya, girl from Kerala who converted to Islam, from her parent’s custody, the Supreme Court has protected her freedom to choose her religion and her freedom of movement. In an open court hearing, where Hadiya gave her testimony in Malayalam, the apex court… Continue reading Interfaith marriages and constitution

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 28

Archives  Q.1) The recently proposed amendments to the Whistle Blowers Act, 2011 contradict the very purpose of the Act. Critically explain. (GS 1) Introduction: Whistle Blowers Protection Act, 2011 is an Act in the Parliament of India which provides a mechanism to investigate alleged corruption and misuse of power by public servants and also protect… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 28

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