Synopsis: Social media is a direct product of the globalized internet, which connects people all over the globe. It significantly impacts economic, social, and political discourse in a country. Hence, the government formulated new Information Technology Rules, 2021 to regulate them and prevent their misuse. Contents1 Background:2 About Social Media:3 Information Technology Rules, 2021 related… Continue reading Rationale behind New Information Technology Rules, 2021
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Balancing Civil rights and Anti-terror laws
Synopsis: The objective of UAPA is to check terrorism, and its misuse is against the ethos of democracy. Background: Recently, Delhi High Court granted bail to activists who were undertrial for their alleged involvement in the 2020 Delhi riots. The judgment is a judicial opposition to the authoritarian regime of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act… Continue reading Balancing Civil rights and Anti-terror laws
Flaws in Haryana Government’s order demanding demolition of Khori Gaon Jhuggis
Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Issues associated with the Order:4 Other Concerning issues:5 Way Forward: Synopsis: The Haryana government’s order demanding the demolition of Khori Gaon Jhuggis is surrounded by multiple flaws. It would result in brutal violations of human rights. Therefore, the government should provide alternative land and reasonable facilities to those facing eviction. Background: The… Continue reading Flaws in Haryana Government’s order demanding demolition of Khori Gaon Jhuggis
Role of disruptive technologies in improving the health sector
Synopsis: Application of future Digital technologies in the health sector can lead to accessible, affordable, and quality health care. Further, it can reduce human involvement in risky functions. Background Human involvement in diagnosis, treatment, and hospital care of infected patients puts them at greater risk of contracting the disease. For instance, many frontline warriors fighting… Continue reading Role of disruptive technologies in improving the health sector
Delhi High Court’s order upholds ‘Right to be Forgotten’
Synopsis: Recently, in response to a petition, the Delhi High Court ordered the removal of easy access from one of its own judgments. Delhi HC upheld the petitioner’s right to be forgotten to prevent post-acquittal disgrace faced by him. However, some experts have criticized the order, stating that minor modifications would have yielded better results… Continue reading Delhi High Court’s order upholds ‘Right to be Forgotten’
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – June 19th, 2021
Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers several newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Livemint, etc. This saves… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – June 19th, 2021
Mains Guidance Program 2022 | Cohort 2 Commencing Tomorrow | Orientation Session
Dear Friends, We are writing to inform you that we shall be commencing with Mains Guidance Program (MGP) 2022 Cohort 2 Tomorrow i.e. 20th June in Online Mode. Cover your entire GS and Essay syllabus with our online Mentor Guided Test Series and Test Discussions. This year, with MGP++ we are introducing Concept Classes that seek to- a)… Continue reading Mains Guidance Program 2022 | Cohort 2 Commencing Tomorrow | Orientation Session
10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz | June 18 2021
Good Evening Friends, We are posting today’s 10pm Current Affairs Quiz Prelims Previous Year Sub Wise Quiz [WpProQuiz 2606]
9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – June 18, 2021
Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today Contents1 Delhi High Court’s order upholds ‘Right to be Forgotten’2 Role of disruptive technologies in improving the health sector3 Balancing Civil rights and Anti-terror laws4 Flaws in Haryana Government’s order demanding demolition of Khori Gaon Jhuggis5 Rationale behind New Information Technology… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – June 18, 2021
[June Yojana Summary] Pandemic through Gandhian Principles – Explained, pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 Gandhian principles on economy vs modern economic principles3 The Gandhian principle on technology and industry4 Gandhian principles during the pandemic4.1 Changing consumption pattern based on Gandhian principle4.2 Changing manufacturing pattern based on Gandhian principle4.3 Change in human empathy towards Gandhian principles4.4 Change in urban development 4.5 Change in Treating labour with decency5 Suggestions to… Continue reading [June Yojana Summary] Pandemic through Gandhian Principles – Explained, pointwise
