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Low conviction rate under “Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act” (UAPA)
What is the news? Union Home Ministry has informed Rajya Sabha about the cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Sedition(Section-124A). Cases under UAPA: Between 2016 and 2019, the total number of the persons arrested and convicted in the country under UAPA were 5,922 and 132 respectively. This means only 2.2 % of… Continue reading Low conviction rate under “Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act” (UAPA)
“Foundational Abilities” of children lost due to closure of schools
What is the News? Azim Premji University(APU) has released a study titled “loss of learning during COVID Pandemic”. About the study: Focus: The study looked at the impacts of the closure of schools during COVID, on the students. It especially focussed on the students from lower classes. Coverage: The study was conducted on primary school… Continue reading “Foundational Abilities” of children lost due to closure of schools
US decides to rejoin “UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)”
What is the News? The US President has decided to rejoin the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The moves come after the former US President had withdrawn from the global body three years ago. Facts: United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) The UNHRC is a United Nations body established in 2006. It replaced the… Continue reading US decides to rejoin “UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)”
Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Project
What is the News? The rescue operations are still undergoing in Uttarakhand from a Tapovam tunnel located at the Tapovan-Vishnugad hydro project. Facts: Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Plant is a 520 MW run-of-river hydroelectric project(See image). It was constructed by National Thermal Power Corporation Limited(NTPC) on Dhauliganga River in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand. The power plant… Continue reading Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Project
TIFAC launches SAKSHAM Portal and Seaweed Mission
What is the news? Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC) celebrated its 34th Foundation Day. The theme of the Foundation day was: “Technology, Innovation and Economy for Atma Nirbhar Bharat”. About TIFAC: It is an autonomous technology think tank under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Ministry of Science and Technology. It was… Continue reading TIFAC launches SAKSHAM Portal and Seaweed Mission
Centre’s Powers under “Section 69A of IT Act”
What is the News? The Government of India has asked Twitter to follow Indian laws. The government has also expressed disappointment over partial compliance with its orders. What was the issue? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology(MeitY) ordered Twitter to block several Twitter accounts for posing a threat to law and order. The order… Continue reading Centre’s Powers under “Section 69A of IT Act”
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 11, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles List of Today’s Factly Articles “Foundational Abilities” of children lost due to closure of schools TIFAC launches SAKSHAM Portal and Seaweed Mission US decides to rejoin “UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)” Centre’s Powers under “Section 69A of IT Act” Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Project Low conviction… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 11, 2021
Issues of restricting free speech in name of fake news
Source: The Indian Express Syllabus: GS Synopsis: MHA has recommended criminalizing the spread of misleading news about vaccines. This step would have many repercussions. Introduction The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a recommendation letter to all state governments. In that, the MHA mentioned that state governments can pursue criminal action against individuals and… Continue reading Issues of restricting free speech in name of fake news
FSSAI caps Trans Fat in Food
Source: Click here Syllabus: GS -3 Synopsis: FSSAI has released new directions for Trans fat elimination. What would be its possible benefits? Introduction India is going to join a select group of countries by limiting industrial trans fat to 2% by mass of the total oils/fats present in the product in 2022. India would be… Continue reading FSSAI caps Trans Fat in Food
