Source: The post is based on the article “Bin This Law: SC’s Rahul call reminds why we must decriminalize defamation” published in “Times of India” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary News: Rahul Gandhi was convicted by a Surat court of criminal defamation and given… Continue reading Bin This Law: SC’s Rahul call reminds why we must decriminalize defamation
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[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 4th, 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 4th, 2023
Express View on Delhi services Bill: A self-goal
Source: The post is based on the article “Express View on Delhi services Bill: A self-goal” published in “The Indian express” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure. News: This article discusses the GNCTD Bill, which can allow the… Continue reading Express View on Delhi services Bill: A self-goal
India@75, Looking at 100: From Mathura to Manipur: The journey for gender justice
Source: The post is based on the article “India@75, Looking at 100: From Mathura to Manipur: The journey for gender justice” published in “The Indian express” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS1- social issues News: The author discusses the increasing violence against women in India. Despite reforms, incidents like rapes continue to rise. Key cases… Continue reading India@75, Looking at 100: From Mathura to Manipur: The journey for gender justice
How a nuclear ‘chain reaction’ and neighbourhood challenges led to India acquiring its n-weapons”
Source: The post is based on the article “How a nuclear ‘chain reaction’ and neighbourhood challenges led to India acquiring its n-weapons” published in “The Indian express” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Security challenges News: In this article author discusses J. Robert Oppenheimer’s regret over creating the atomic bomb. The article traces India’s nuclear… Continue reading How a nuclear ‘chain reaction’ and neighbourhood challenges led to India acquiring its n-weapons”
Lessons from a load carrier
Source: The post is based on the article “Lessons from a load carrier” published in “Business standard” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Security challenges and their management in border areas; News: The author highlights the Indian Army’s use of Stallion vehicles and their costs. He suggests standardizing military gear for easier logistics. The article… Continue reading Lessons from a load carrier
Six years of GST: Compensation cess still needs to be sorted out
Source– The post is based on the article “Six years of GST: Compensation cess still needs to be sorted out” published in the “mint” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Government budgeting Relevance: Issues related to GST News– The article explains the issues related to GST compensation cess. What are some facts related to GST… Continue reading Six years of GST: Compensation cess still needs to be sorted out
Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?
Source– The post is based on the article “Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?” published in “The Hindu” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance: Issues related to global economic development News– Recently Parliament passed the Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2021. Why are there issues with the Bill? The Bill provides exemptions… Continue reading Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?
India needs evidence-based, ethics-driven medicine
Source– The post is based on the article “India needs evidence-based, ethics-driven medicine” published in “The Hindu” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology Relevance: Issues related to taditional system of medicine News– Supporters of Hameopathy have argued in The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia recently for expanding its use by citing… Continue reading India needs evidence-based, ethics-driven medicine
Workplace safety is not negotiable at any level
Source– The post is based on the article “Workplace safety is not negotiable at any level” published in the “mint” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Vulnerable sections of the population. GS1- Social empowerment Relevance: issues related to women News– The article deals with the issue of sexual harassment of women at workplaces. What are… Continue reading Workplace safety is not negotiable at any level
