Synopsis – National Policy for Rare Diseases 2021 is a good start; it provides financial assistance for one-time treatments of up to Rs. 20 lakh, implements a crowdfunding mechanism, establishes a rare disease registry, and allows for early detection. Introduction- Recently, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has approved the National Rare Disease Policy… Continue reading National Policy for Rare Diseases 2021
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Cut in rate on small saving schemes withdrawn by Finance Minister
Synopsis – The Union government rolls back interest cut on small saving schemes interest rates, blaming the decision on an oversight. Introduction – The finance ministry has reversed its decision to cut interest rates on small savings accounts, citing an error. Reversing a rate cut of up to 110 basis points (1.1 percentage points) announced… Continue reading Cut in rate on small saving schemes withdrawn by Finance Minister
Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill, 2020 – Associated Issues
Synopsis – The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill 2020 Continues to ignore Pregnant person’s rights. Contents1 Introduction-2 Objections raised in the Upper House3 Issues in the proposed Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill, 20204 Way forward Introduction- Recently, The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill 2020 passed in the upper house by voice vote. The bill… Continue reading Medical Termination of Pregnancy Bill, 2020 – Associated Issues
Cost and Benefits of Adani’s Carmichael Coal Project in Australia
Synopsis – Adani is making one of the world’s largest new coal investments in the Carmichael coal mine project in Queensland. This article analyzes the Costs and Benefits of the Project. Introduction- New investment in coal will be a major factor if India is not able to meet its commitment against Climate Change. Recently the… Continue reading Cost and Benefits of Adani’s Carmichael Coal Project in Australia
Critical case of Rohingya people
Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2- India and its neighbourhood relations. Synopsis – By deporting Rohingya people to Myanmar, India is violating international law. Introduction- The Southeast Asian country, Myanmar, has been in turmoil since the army seized power and detained elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi, alleging fraud in a November election her party… Continue reading Critical case of Rohingya people
Sachin Waze Case | The Issue of Right to Legal Counsel in Custody
Synopsis – The NIA recently arrested Sachin Waze in the Antilia case. Waze has filed an application seeking permission to meet his lawyer. In this article, we will see the provisions regarding the right to legal counsel for those in police custody. Introduction- In Feb., an SUV was found parked near industrialist Mukesh Ambani’s multi-story… Continue reading Sachin Waze Case | The Issue of Right to Legal Counsel in Custody
Public trust is key to successful vaccination programmes
Synopsis- Need transparency and timely data sharing to build public trust in the COVID-19 vaccination programme. Introduction- Major European countries, including Germany, France, Italy, and Spain have halted the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine. This is followed by the warnings of harmful blood clots in some recipients. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the… Continue reading Public trust is key to successful vaccination programmes
Issue of High Vacancies in Higher Educational Institutions
Synopsis – According to the Education Ministry’s committee, there is a high rate of Vacancies for faculty positions in Central institutions for higher education. State-sponsored preparatory programmes are essential to fill vacancies. Contents1 Introduction-2 What are the recommendations made by an official committee?3 State-sponsored Preparatory programmes to fulfil various issues:4 Way forward Introduction- The government… Continue reading Issue of High Vacancies in Higher Educational Institutions
Supreme Court’s Judgment on State Election Commission
Synopsis – The Supreme Court in its recent judgment ruled that government officials cannot be appointed as State Election Commissioner (SEC). Introduction- 25 years have passed since local governance was introduced in India by the 73rd and 74th Constitution Amendments. However, there is very little and actual progress in this direction. There is inadequate devolution… Continue reading Supreme Court’s Judgment on State Election Commission
Growth plan for Agriculture sector in India
Source- The Indian Express Syllabus – GS 3 – Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing. Synopsis- Indian agriculture sector needs infrastructure investment, linking FPO’s with the market and a diversified… Continue reading Growth plan for Agriculture sector in India
