In normal conditions, Temperature of air decreases with the increasing heights, till the inversion layer. Normally, Air temperature decreases at a rate of 3.5°F for every 1,000 feet (or roughly 6.4°C for every kilometre), in this condition air is called unstable due to it constant movement between cold and warm layers. Temperature inversion layers is… Continue reading Inversion of temperature and Delhi pollution
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)
General Assembly of the United Nations, on 10 December 1948, announced the 30 rights and freedoms that belong to everyone, under Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The Universal Declaration promises to all the economic, social, political, cultural and civic rights that underpin a life free from want and fear. Articles under Universal Declaration of… Continue reading Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)
Governance of Public sector units: Privatization of SAIL
Source- The Hindu Business Line Syllabus- GS 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Context- To decentralize decision-making and facilitate more informed investment decisions, the Centre has restructured the board of Steel Authority of India (SAIL). How Privatization of SAIL can boost their business? The Appointments Committee… Continue reading Governance of Public sector units: Privatization of SAIL
NEP and analysis
Source: The Indian Express Syllabus: GS-2- Education Context: NEP focuses on equity and critical learning as it also addresses present and future challenges. Explain the changes introduced by the NEP in an elaborate manner? NEP is only the third education policy propagated by the Centre; the other two being the policies vocalized by Prime Ministers… Continue reading NEP and analysis
GST Compensation Issue
Source: Indian Express Context: Recently, the Centre has acceded to the states’ request, that it will borrow Rs 1.1 lakh crore to compensate them for the shortfall in their GST revenues. What is the Background? For bringing the states in to GST ambit, The Centre assured the states of a 14 per cent growth in… Continue reading GST Compensation Issue
An opportunity for India to revive Multilateralism
Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2- Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Context- It’s an opportune time for India to push for institutional changes and reformed multilateralism in the global system. How India can revive Multilateralism? Leadership opportunity – Since US and West have adopted nationalistic leaning, India should step into the… Continue reading An opportunity for India to revive Multilateralism
Hyderabad Floods
Source: The Hindu Context: Recent Hyderabad Flood has resulted in the death of over 20 people and a property loss estimated more than ₹6,000 crores. More on News: Devastating Floods in the past: In India: Chennai (December 2015), Kochi (August 2018), Mumbai July 2005 Around the world: Sydney (December 2018), New York (October 2019), Hurricane… Continue reading Hyderabad Floods
Aadhaar and Aadhaar metadata
A Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court ruled that the Aadhaar metadata cannot be stored beyond six months. Statement 2 is correct. Part of Section 57 of the Aadhaar Act, enabling body corporate and individuals to seek authentication, has been held unconstitutional by the Supreme Court. Statement 3 is incorrect. After the SC judgment holding the mandatory UID requirements unconstitutional, IRDAI (Insurance… Continue reading Aadhaar and Aadhaar metadata
Every voter cannot be eligible for appointment as minister
Every citizen who is 18 years old on the qualifying date (January 1 of the year in case) unless disqualified, is eligible to be enrolled as a voter. Whereas an individual should be at least 25 years of age or more to be a member of the Legislative Assembly or a minister of the state.… Continue reading Every voter cannot be eligible for appointment as minister
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are not justiciable
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) is enshrined in Part-IV (Article 36 to 51) of the constitution. It guarantees social and economic democracy and tries to establish a welfare state. These are the ideals that the State should keep in mind while formulating policies and enacting laws. The Constitution lays down certain Directive Principles of State Policy,… Continue reading Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are not justiciable
