Author: prashant shekhar

I am a content writer at ForumIAS

Rare diseases in India- Explained Pointwise

Recently, the tragic death of 19-year-old child actress Suhani Bhatnagar, due to a rare disease called dermatomyositis which causes muscular inflammation, has put the spotlight on the severity of rare diseases. Despite, rare diseases in India accounting for one-third of the global rare disease incidence, there has been apathy of the government and society in… Continue reading Rare diseases in India- Explained Pointwise

Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)- Explained Pointwise

The Government of India (GOI) has been placing its emphasis on the cooperative sector, particularly on the Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) for the rejuvenation of Indian Agricultural Sector. GOI, has crafted a central role for PACS, in the execution of the world’s largest grain storage infrastructure project of 700 lakh metric tons. Govt has… Continue reading Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)- Explained Pointwise

Edwards Syndrome and Down Syndrome

Source-This post on Edwards syndrome and Down Syndrome has been created based on the article “Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome found in ancient individuals” published in “The Hindu” on 24th Feb 2024. Why in the News? Researchers have identified six cases of Down syndrome and one case of Edwards syndrome, from prehistoric skeletal remains, dating up to approximately… Continue reading Edwards Syndrome and Down Syndrome

[Yojana Feb 2024 Summary] Cyber Security Challenges in the Era of AI- Explained Pointwise

As India embraces AI, unique cyber security challenges are emerging in the era of AI, like sophisticated cyberattacks and automated malware development. However, integration of AI responsibly into cyber security solutions can also be a game-changer, like automation of cyber threat detection and response. A rapidly growing digital economy like India requires a proactive approach… Continue reading [Yojana Feb 2024 Summary] Cyber Security Challenges in the Era of AI- Explained Pointwise

[Kurukshetra Feb 2024 Summary] Food Storage Infrastructure- Explained Pointwise

A resilient food storage infrastructure holds the key to agri-food systems sustainability in India. It will ensure food and nutrition security for our future generations, and also help us achieve our socio-economic, and environmental development goals. Table of Contents What is Food Storage Infrastructure Systems? What is the importance of Food Storage Infrastructure System? What… Continue reading [Kurukshetra Feb 2024 Summary] Food Storage Infrastructure- Explained Pointwise

Regional Benches of Supreme Court- Benefits and Challenges- Explained Pointwise

The debate over the establishment of regional benches of Supreme Court has been reignited once again. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances, Law and Justice apprised the Lok Sabha, that the Law Ministry has accepted its recommendation to establish regional benches of the Supreme Court across India. However, the standing committee report also… Continue reading Regional Benches of Supreme Court- Benefits and Challenges- Explained Pointwise

SC Interim Order on Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act 2023- Explained Pointwise

Supreme Court (SC), in its interim Order on the PIL challenging the constitutionality of the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act 2023, has asked the States and Union Territories (UT) to ensure compliance with the ‘definition of Forest‘ as laid down in the TN Godavarman Thirumalpad v. Union of India judgement 1996. Rule 16 of the Forest (Conservation)… Continue reading SC Interim Order on Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act 2023- Explained Pointwise

Standing Committee Report on Fintech Sector in India- Explained Pointwise

Recently, the report of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology, has raised certain concerns over the Fintech Sector in India. The committee has raised concerns about the dominance of fintech apps owned by foreign entities in the Indian ecosystem. It has also recommended the promotion of fintech apps owned by local players. Table… Continue reading Standing Committee Report on Fintech Sector in India- Explained Pointwise

Why are Farmer’s Protesting Globally and in India- Explained Pointwise

Farmer’s protest In India is not a standalone phenomenon, as Farmer’s Protest has been on the rise globally as well. Farmers in at least 65 countries of the world have rose up in protest since January 2023. The map below demonstrates the instances of Farmer’s Protest both Globally and in India. Table of Contents What… Continue reading Why are Farmer’s Protesting Globally and in India- Explained Pointwise

Blog
Academy
Community