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SC judgment on farm laws: violation of separation of powers

Synopsis:  The Supreme court (SC) has stayed the implementation of farm laws. The decision is a case of violation of the separation of powers.   Background   Recently, the SC has stayed the implementation of three farm laws until further orders.  The SC has also given direction to set up a four-member committee to break the deadlock between farmers and the Centre.  Many experts opine… Continue reading SC judgment on farm laws: violation of separation of powers

Reasons for frictions between Puducherry CM and LG

Synopsis: Tussle between the Puducherry CM and LG Kiran Bedi is one of the examples of increasing frictions between constitutional functionaries. In today’s article we are listing the causes of frictions between them.   Background  Recently, Puducherry Chief Minister (CM) V. Narayanasamy staged a three-day protest against Lieutenant Governor (LG) Kiran Bedi.  The CM accused LG of “functioning in an autocratic manner” and adopting an “obstructionist attitude” in ensuring the progress and welfare of people and asked the… Continue reading Reasons for frictions between Puducherry CM and LG

Importance of Reviving SAARC

Synopsis- SAARC has become dysfunctional and not able to meet since las 6 years. Reviving SAARC is crucial for countering common challenges in the region, amid COVID pandemic.  Introduction  The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is the regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union of nations in South Asia founded in 1985 with 7 member nations.  The group was established… Continue reading Importance of Reviving SAARC

Teachings of Swami Vivekananda

Synopsis: Teachings of Swami Vivekananda is still relevant to the 21st century youth.   Background:   12th January, the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, is celebrated as National Youth Day. His teachings still inspire the youth of India.   At present one fifth of the young person in the world lives in India.   The contribution made by these young population is significant in making India the third-highest growing economy among the 13… Continue reading Teachings of Swami Vivekananda

Issues in the process of COVID Vaccine trial 

Synopsis: Many issues have been highlighted in the Phase-3 trial of Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccines. Those issues could have been avoided after HPV vaccine trial controversy.  Introduction  In a previous case, Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine trial was carried out on nearly 23,500 girls in the 10-14 age group in Vadodara, Gujarat and Khammam without proper consent. Almost eight years later the Supreme Court of India criticized the government for its inability to… Continue reading Issues in the process of COVID Vaccine trial 

Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 14th January, 2021

Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: \ For yesterday’s Current Affairs – Click Here GS-Paper 1 30-day notice period not mandatory under Special Marriage Act: Allahabad High Court Indian Express Page – 1 Syllabus Topic – Society and related aspects GS-Paper 2 Farm laws, their constitutional validity, and hope The Hindu Page –… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 14th January, 2021

9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – January 13, 2021

Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today GS-2 Reasons for frictions between Puducherry CM and LG SC judgment on farm laws: violation of separation of powers Importance of Reviving SAARC Issues in the process of COVID Vaccine trial GS-4 Teachings of Swami Vivekananda 9 PM for Preliminary examination FACTLY Reasons for… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – January 13, 2021

WhatsApp Privacy policy Issue and Data protection in India

Context: The recent WhatsApp privacy policy attracted widespread criticism among various sections of society for its latest privacy policy. Due to severe protests, WhatsApp has issued clarification related to its policy. But there is a wider concern about data protection in India. Click here to read about the new Whatsapp privacy policy What is the… Continue reading WhatsApp Privacy policy Issue and Data protection in India

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