Synopsis – The Government drafted the rules for the Code on Social Security 2020 without considering growing informal workforce. Introduction: During the Budget, Finance Minister highlighted the implementation of the four labour codes. Budgetary Allocation for the MSME sector this year was Rs.15700 Crores. This is more than double the amount allotted last year. This… Continue reading Issues in the draft rules for the Code on Social Security 2020
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Issues in Taxing PF contribution
Synopsis: By taxing the income of PF contributions over 2.5 lakhs, the government wants to restrict High net-worth individuals (HNIs) who are using the social welfare scheme as a tax haven. Though it is well-intended, it has many ambiguities. Read More – Budget proposes tax on EPF interest|ForumIAS Blog Background The Union Budget 2021 has… Continue reading Issues in Taxing PF contribution
Balancing freedom of speech and national security
Synopsis: The government warned Twitter over its reluctance in following the executive order for blocking of information. However, the focus should be on balancing free speech and national security. Background The government used its power under Section 69A of the information and technology act to block information on the Micro-blogging site. This section allows the… Continue reading Balancing freedom of speech and national security
Indian Economy Quiz: Capital Markets & Money Markets |19 Feb, 2021
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A robust ‘health and well-being budget for 2021-22’
Synopsis: The government has come up with an integrated health and well-being budget for 2021-22. It would help meet the current and upcoming challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Background: The pandemic struck India in March 2020 and exposed the vulnerabilities of the Indian health care system. Although India’s performance in tackling the pandemic was… Continue reading A robust ‘health and well-being budget for 2021-22’
Celebrity activism and government’s response to it
Synopsis: The MEA’s response to celebrity activism is fair. But its global reach has to go beyond majoritarian representation. Introduction The tweets by international pop singer Rihanna and climate activist Greta Thunberg on farmers’ protest created a huge stir. In response, The Minister for External Affairs tweeted about motivated campaigns targeting India. It also… Continue reading Celebrity activism and government’s response to it
An Analysis of 15th Finance commission’s recommendations
Synopsis: The 15th Finance Commission recommendations are slightly different from the other Finance commissions. It has introduced many revolutionary changes that can shape India’s future. What are the major challenges faced by 15th Finance commission? The 15th Finance commission (FC) had many challenging tasks while preparing its report for the year 2021-26. The most important… Continue reading An Analysis of 15th Finance commission’s recommendations
[UPSC Interview Transcript #27] :Bhoshle Sir Board, Delhi Home State, Anthropology Optional, Swimming as a Hobby
Interview Date: 17 Feb,20 Board: Bhoshle sir Background: Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Employee: EPFO Optional: Anthropology Home State: Delhi Hobby: Swimming Chairman cheerful greet n welcome, discussion on provisions of ICC ( DAF), Issues faced by women, the innovative role played by me, harassment of male employees, etc Member 1 Discussion on money laundering,… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #27] :Bhoshle Sir Board, Delhi Home State, Anthropology Optional, Swimming as a Hobby
Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 19th Feb. 2021
Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: About Must Read News Articles for UPSC: 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.… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 19th Feb. 2021
[UPSC Interview Transcript #26] :TCA Ananth, Karnataka Home State, Kannada literature Optional
Duration: Approx 30 mins Board: TCA Ananth Background: Mechanical engineer Employee: 1. associate engineer in Robert Bosch 2. Asst. engineer in the water resources department Optional: Kannada literature Home State: Karnataka Chairman Tell me what kind of work you do in your department is it based on dam maintenance kind of work or any other… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #26] :TCA Ananth, Karnataka Home State, Kannada literature Optional
