Source: The post is based on the article “Why gig work matters – Its rise can help improve labour force participation” published in Business Standard on 7th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Employment Relevance: benefits of gig work News: Gig works are often seen as insecure kind of job in India. However, given the number of… Continue reading Why gig work matters – Its rise can help improve labour force participation
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Four years after Article 370 abrogation: The unanswered, uncomfortable questions about India’s federalism
Source: The post is based on the article “Four years after Article 370 abrogation: The unanswered, uncomfortable questions about India’s federalism” published in “The Indian express” on 7th August 2023. Syllabus: issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, News: The author discusses concerns about India’s federalism due to the repeal of Article 370, including… Continue reading Four years after Article 370 abrogation: The unanswered, uncomfortable questions about India’s federalism
Forest Conservation Bill: An encompassing green
Source: The post is based on the article “Forest Conservation Bill: An encompassing green” published in The Indian express on 7th August 2023. Syllabus Topic: Environment Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment News: In this article author discusses the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023, passed by the Indian Parliament. The Bill, committed to… Continue reading Forest Conservation Bill: An encompassing green
G-20 negotiators face climate change hurdle
Source– The post is based on the article “G-20 negotiators face climate change hurdle” published in “The Hindu” on 7th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Global groupings and agreements News– G-20 negotiators are now worried about reaching a consensus over climate change issues ahead of the leaders’ summit in September. Why are G20 negotiators… Continue reading G-20 negotiators face climate change hurdle
Is India’s sugar surplus leading to a crisis?
Source– The post is based on the article “Is India’s sugar surplus leading to a crisis?” published in “The Hindu” on 7th August 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Economic geography. Relevance: Issues related to sugar production News-India became the world’s top sugar producer in 2021-2022, surpassing Brazil with a record of 359 lakh tonnes. However, the extensive… Continue reading Is India’s sugar surplus leading to a crisis?
The bureaucracy as prosecutor and judge
Source– The post is based on the article “The bureaucracy as prosecutor and judge” published in “The Hindu” on 7th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance: Issues related to separation of power News– The Jan Vishwas Act, 2022 was recently enacted into law by Parliament. It has decriminalised or made “compoundable” offences across 42 legislations.… Continue reading The bureaucracy as prosecutor and judge
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 5th, 2023
Dear Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 5th, 2023
House panel proposes reducing minimum age to contest polls
Source: The post is based on the article “House panel proposes reducing minimum age to contest polls” published in Business Standard on 5th August 2023. What is the news? The parliamentary panel has proposed lowering the minimum age for participating in national elections, especially Assembly elections, from 25 to 18 years. Why has the committee come up with such a… Continue reading House panel proposes reducing minimum age to contest polls
Govt. allows Indian companies to list on foreign exchanges through IFSC
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt. allows Indian companies to list on foreign exchanges through IFSC” published in The Hindu on 5th August 2023. Contents1 What is the news?2 This move is aimed at enabling Indian companies to access global capital at better valuations.3 About Limited Purpose Clearing Corporation (LPCC)4 About Corporate Debt Market Development Fund (CDMDF)… Continue reading Govt. allows Indian companies to list on foreign exchanges through IFSC
Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image
Source: The post is based on the article “Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image” published in LiveScience on 5th August 2023. What is the news? Astronomers have discovered a stunning, rare example of an “Einstein cross” splitting and magnifying light from the far depths of the universe. About the Discovery… Continue reading Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image
