Source-This post on sapinda marriage has been created based on the article” What are incestuous ‘sapinda’ marriages, and why has Delhi High Court reaffirmed the ban on them? published in” The Indian Express” on 29 January 2024. Why in the news? The Delhi High Court has recently rejected a challenge to the constitutionality of Section 5(v)… Continue reading Sapinda Marriage
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Economics of Animal Rearing- Explained Pointwise
The economics of animal rearing has assumed importance in India in recent times. Recently, the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) has taken the decision to import 40,000 doses of Gir bull semen from Brazil for domestic insemination to raise milk volumes. Also, the Uttarakhand Government has initiated the genetic enhancement of Badri Cow through sex-sorted… Continue reading Economics of Animal Rearing- Explained Pointwise
Kurukshetra Rural Startups in 2024
In recent times, there has been a surge in rural startups catering to rural needs. The rural startups range from agritech and e-commerce platforms to healthcare and education services which are specifically tailored for rural communities. There has been an unprecedented growth in rural startups with a big government push since 2014. Table of Content… Continue reading Kurukshetra Rural Startups in 2024
VAIBHAV Fellowship Scheme
Source-This post is based on the article “VAIBHAV Fellowship Programme announced to connect Indian STEMM diaspora with Indian Higher Educational Institutions” published in PIB on 15th June 2023. What is the News? Government of India has launched the Vaishvik Bhartiya Vaigyanik(VAIBHAV) fellowship programme. What is VAIBHAV Fellowship? Aspect Details Aim To connect the Indian Science,… Continue reading VAIBHAV Fellowship Scheme
Indian Post Office Act 2023- Explained Pointwise
Recently, the Indian Post Office Act 2023 enacted by the Parliament replaced the colonial Indian Post Office Act of 1898. According to the government, the newly passed Post Office Act 2023 is an attempt to ensure the effective functioning of the Postal Department as a messenger service and as a provider of banking facilities. However,… Continue reading Indian Post Office Act 2023- Explained Pointwise
Indo-African Relationship amid South-South Cooperation
India-Africa relationship has strengthened in recent times, with the African Union’s induction into the G-20 group as the 21st member under India’s presidency. Africa has been a central focal point in India’s engagement with the Global South. India has positioned itself as a legitimate voice for the welfare of the countries of Africa, as the… Continue reading Indo-African Relationship amid South-South Cooperation
Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 – Explained Pointwise
The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 titled ‘Beyond Basics’ has been released by the Pratham Foundation. The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023, focuses on 14-18 year olds in rural areas. This age group that is critical to India’s unlocking its demographic dividend. Table of Content What is the Annual Status of… Continue reading Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 – Explained Pointwise
150 years of IMD- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Recently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) celebrated its 150th year of establishment and service to the nation. On this occasion IMD launched several initiatives such as Weather Analysis and Forecast Enabling System (WAFES), Panchayat Mausam Seva Portal for farmers, National Framework of Climate Services (NFCS). The Indian Meteorological Department has played a very substantial role… Continue reading 150 years of IMD- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Significance and Challenges of Cooperative Banks in India- Explained Pointwise
Significance and Challenges of Cooperative Banks in India, The recent Karuvannur Cooperative Bank scam has again brought to the fore the governance issues in the functioning of Cooperative Banks in India. PMC Bank, Guru Raghavendra Cooperative Bank and Maharashtra State Cooperative (MSC) Bank have also failed in recent times. In this article, we will delve deep… Continue reading Significance and Challenges of Cooperative Banks in India- Explained Pointwise
Significance and Challenges of International Court of Justice
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) recently held hearings in a case brought by South Africa, accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has heralded significant strides in addressing international legal disputes since its establishment in 1945. However, the effectiveness and efficiency of this esteemed institution have often been… Continue reading Significance and Challenges of International Court of Justice
