For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Manipur has been grappling with unrest and violent protests, recently witnessing the first direct clashes between the Kuki-Zomi tribals and the Meiteis in three decades. With a complex cultural geography divided into ‘valley’ and ‘hill’ districts, the state has experienced longstanding ethnic tensions. The Manipur unrest poses significant challenges to… Continue reading Manipur unrest and its impact on regional security – Explained, pointwise
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Findings of PLFS on FLPR: Bitter-Half Of Working Story
Source: The post is based on the article “Bitter-Half Of Working Story” published in The Times of India on 5th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Inclusive growth and issues arising from it.. Relevance: About the findings of PLFS on FLPR. News: According to the recent Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) report, female labour force participation rate… Continue reading Findings of PLFS on FLPR: Bitter-Half Of Working Story
What is behind Manipur’s widespread unrest?
Source: The post is based on the following articles “Imphal On Boil – Normalisation in Northeast is key to solving inter-ethnic tensions. India must also talk to Myanmar” published in The Times of India on 5th May 2023. “What is behind Manipur’s widespread unrest?” published in The Hindu on 5th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – communalism,… Continue reading What is behind Manipur’s widespread unrest?
India’s Evacuation Missions and challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India’s Evacuation Missions have become increasingly vital for safeguarding its citizens during global crises, as exemplified by the recent Sudan conflict in 2023. In this mission, India demonstrated its unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of thousands of its nationals trapped in the African nation. However, these missions… Continue reading India’s Evacuation Missions and challenges – Explained, pointwise
Reversal of OPS: Guaranteed pension is not bad economics
Source: The post is based on the article “Guaranteed pension is not bad economics” published in the Business Standard on 4th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections. Relevance: About the reversal of OPS. News: Many State governments are announcing reversion to the old pension… Continue reading Reversal of OPS: Guaranteed pension is not bad economics
USCIRF’s International Religious Freedom Report: Present imperfect – Irrespective of what the USCIRF says, India must review its rights record
Source: The post is based on the article “Present imperfect – Irrespective of what the USCIRF says, India must review its rights record” published in The Hindu on 4th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Relevance: About USCIRF’s International Religious Freedom Report. News: For… Continue reading USCIRF’s International Religious Freedom Report: Present imperfect – Irrespective of what the USCIRF says, India must review its rights record
Real risk of AI – Goes beyond adapting to evolving technologies
Source: The post is based on the article “Real risk of AI – Goes beyond adapting to evolving technologies” published in the Business Standard on 4th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Relevance: About the concerns of AI. News: Within months of ChatGPT‘s launch, besides its mass… Continue reading Real risk of AI – Goes beyond adapting to evolving technologies
India’s growth rate: Aiming for the high road
Source: The post is based on the article “Aiming for the high road” published in the Business Standard on 4th May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About India’s growth rate. News: The investors who put substantial capital into China in its early growth… Continue reading India’s growth rate: Aiming for the high road
Does nuclear power have a role in our climate change strategy
Source: The post is based on the article “Does nuclear power have a role in our climate change strategy?” published in the Livemint on 4th May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Energy. Relevance: About developing nuclear energy. News: The threat of climate change has prompted much-needed action to expand capacity in renewable energy (RE) generation. This includes not… Continue reading Does nuclear power have a role in our climate change strategy
Virtual digital assets(VDAs) and India’s stand on it– Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India’s approach to regulating virtual digital assets (VDAs) is measured and considers the challenges posed by emerging technologies. The government has extended anti-money laundering provisions to VDA businesses and service providers, requiring them to register with the Financial Intelligence Unit-India. This move promotes transparency and aligns with global guidelines from… Continue reading Virtual digital assets(VDAs) and India’s stand on it– Explained, pointwise
