Context: The US has weaponized its financial power to pressurize Russia to withdraw from Ukraine. The result of sanctions is that Russia cannot access around half of its foreign exchange reserves. This has led to discussion that other countries will try to diversify their reserves away from the US dollar. Why is the US Dollar… Continue reading It may be time to revive Keynes’ idea of a global reserve currency
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A blow to equitable access to essential medicines
News: In October 2020, India and South Africa tabled a proposal in the World Trade Organization (WTO) seeking temporary waiver from Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). This was to ensure availability of affordable vaccines, medicines and other medical products. What are the reasons for such demand? This was based on the contention… Continue reading A blow to equitable access to essential medicines
Needed, an Indian Legislative Service
Since the first Parliament in 1952, Secretaries-General of Rajya Sabha are usually parachuted from civil services and other services from time to time. On September 1, 2021, Dr. P.P.K. Ramacharyulu became the first Rajya Sabha Secretariat staff member who rose to the position of Secretary-General. However, he was replaced in less than 3 months. Need… Continue reading Needed, an Indian Legislative Service
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I Mar 22nd, 2022
Good Morning 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… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I Mar 22nd, 2022
[Answered] Though subsequent efforts have been taken by the Government, land records still remain in a dilapidated state. Examine. How will National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) be helpful in efficient land records management?
Though by the Government of India have been taken subsequent efforts for digitisation of land records through Computerisation of Land Records (CLR, 1987) and Strengthening of Revenue Administration and Updating of Land Records ,1988, the fact remains that digitisation programmes have not been able to provide a unified system for managing land records. Moreover, land… Continue reading [Answered] Though subsequent efforts have been taken by the Government, land records still remain in a dilapidated state. Examine. How will National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) be helpful in efficient land records management?
[Answered] Deepening investments in Australia-India strategic, economic, and community ties highlight their stronger relationship. Do you agree that India Australia relations are getting stronger?
Australia is celebrating India’s 75 years of Independence by making the largest single investment in India. In the recent virtual summit of India-Australia, Australia committed to investing Rs 1,500 crore in India in technology, critical minerals, mobility, and education. This is said to be the largest investment by Australia in India. It suggests the growing… Continue reading [Answered] Deepening investments in Australia-India strategic, economic, and community ties highlight their stronger relationship. Do you agree that India Australia relations are getting stronger?
[Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation – March, 2022 – 3rd week
Hello everyone, We are posting a Compilation of the 9 PM current affairs brief for the 3rd week of the Month of March. Click on the following link to download Download About 9 PM Current Affairs Brief: The idea behind the 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief is to make aspirants aware of the important news from… Continue reading [Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation – March, 2022 – 3rd week
[Answered] The “de-dollarisation” by several countries is imminent, driven by the desire to insulate them from geopolitical risks. In your opinion, what would be the possible implications of de-dollarisation of global trade?
The dollar has served as the world’s dominant reserve currency since World War II. At present, the dollar is the primary currency used in cross-border transactions, held by central banks in reserves, and traded in foreign exchange markets. It gives the US a dominance in the international financial market. Many countries like Russia and China… Continue reading [Answered] The “de-dollarisation” by several countries is imminent, driven by the desire to insulate them from geopolitical risks. In your opinion, what would be the possible implications of de-dollarisation of global trade?
[Answered] A circular economy path adopted by India could bring in substantial annual benefits, along with a significant reduction in congestion and pollution. Substantiate and also suggest ways to nurture a circular economy in the Indian renewable energy industry
A circular Economy is an economy where products are designed for durability, reuse, and recyclability. Thus, almost everything gets reused, remanufactured, and recycled into a raw material. It includes 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle) and focuses on increasing productivity in terms of more efficient utilization of resources. The Government has been actively formulating policies and promoting… Continue reading [Answered] A circular economy path adopted by India could bring in substantial annual benefits, along with a significant reduction in congestion and pollution. Substantiate and also suggest ways to nurture a circular economy in the Indian renewable energy industry
One nation one software
Context: National Generic Document Registration System can be helpful in dealing with the land records related issues. The Constitution of India is imbued with a federal vision. The 7th Schedule provides for 3 lists: “Union List” – defines the area of work for the Union government. “Concurrent List” – here both Union and State can… Continue reading One nation one software
