Myanmar has many ethnic groups. According to their government report, there are 135 distinct ethnic groups officially. But, there are also many unrecognised ethnic groups in Myanmar. All these multiple ethnic groups fight amongst each other for position and power. This rampant ethnic strife led to one of the world’s longest-running ongoing civil war. The… Continue reading The modern history of independent Myanmar
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What are the issues in anti-conversion law?
Synopsis: After UP, MP has also promulgated an ordinance related to anti-conversion laws. But UP’s anti-conversion law itself is fraught with many challenges. Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religious Ordinance, 2020: Law prohibits conversion from one religion to another by “misrepresentation, force, fraud, undue influence, coercion, allurement or marriage”. Marriage will be declared “shunya” (null and void) if… Continue reading What are the issues in anti-conversion law?
Farmer welfare in Kerala, in the absence of Mandi system
Synopsis: Absence of Madi system in Kerala has not impacted the farmer’s welfare in the state. Background: Thousands of farmers have assembled to protest against the 3 farm bills and have established a new way of life at Singhu, Tikri, Ghazipur, Noida and Shahjahanpur borders. Farmers have made all necessary arrangements for food, shelter, clothing, and sanitation. They… Continue reading Farmer welfare in Kerala, in the absence of Mandi system
India’s foreign policy: Lessons from 2020 and challenges/opportunities in 2021
Synopsis: A quick flashback of 2020 suggested that India faced seven tough realities last year and has to deal with many possible challenges and opportunities in 2021. Introduction Last year was quite difficult for India; it fought Covid-19 and Chinese hostility. Next year is going to be all about facing the challenge of firming ties and… Continue reading India’s foreign policy: Lessons from 2020 and challenges/opportunities in 2021
Implication of warming in Arctic region
Synopsis- Warming in the Arctic region has many implications and the geopolitics is also changing in the region. Introduction- The Arctic has been warming twice as fast as the rest of the planet, with higher temperatures pushing sea ice into a loop of melting and thinning. Since 1980, the amount of summer ice in cubic kilometers has decreased by an… Continue reading Implication of warming in Arctic region
The proposal to demolish the Louis Kahn’s IIMA building is an act of cultural vandalism
Synopsis- IIMA decision to demolish historic dormitories designed by architect Louis Khan, this would constitute an act of cultural vandalism. Background- Louis Kahn, a world-famous architect, called in 1960s to Ahmedabad to design various buildings, and the IIMA was one of the iconic structures built by him. Works of this excellence belong to both national and… Continue reading The proposal to demolish the Louis Kahn’s IIMA building is an act of cultural vandalism
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims| Jan 02,2021
DST releases Draft 5th National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy for public consultation News: The draft of the 5th National Science, Technology and Innovation(STI) Policy has been finalized and is now available for public consultation. Facts: Vision of the Policy: The Science, Technology and Innovation Policy will be guided by the following broad vision; To… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims| Jan 02,2021
Download [Handwritten]: ForumIAS Current Affairs Handouts Mains 2020
Dear Friends, As is the annual ritual, we are sharing with you the compilation of the class handouts of the Current Affairs Mains 2020 Program by ForumIAS. These handouts are sorted subject wise for your convenience. Download IR Handouts Download Polity & Governance Handouts Download Economy Handouts Download Science and Technology Handouts Download Social Issues… Continue reading Download [Handwritten]: ForumIAS Current Affairs Handouts Mains 2020
RBI board finalises ‘Utkarsh 2022’
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) board has finalised a three year roadmap named as Utkarsh 2022. The objective of the policy is to improve regulation and supervision of the central bank. RBI has said that this strategy is in line with the global central banks decision to strengthen the regulatory and supervisory mechanism by formulating… Continue reading RBI board finalises ‘Utkarsh 2022’
India State of Forest Report 2019
News:Government has released the India State of Forest Report 2019. Facts: About the India State of Forest Report: The India State of Forest Report 2019 has been prepared by Forest Survey of India(FSI). The report is a biennial exercise.It assesses the forest and tree cover, bamboo resources, carbon stock and forest fires. Key takeaways from… Continue reading India State of Forest Report 2019
