Synopsis: We need to reimagine our school education system to ensure quality education for all and to make India a knowledgeable super power. Background: Currently, the school as an institution has been criticised by many experts for turning into caged jails, for being run like factories, functioning like corporate enterprises and for forcing the curriculum into the child. … Continue reading Re–imagining the school education in India
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What are the issues in ailing American democracy?
Synopsis: The rioting by the Donald Trump supporters in the US Capitol seeking to stall President-elect Joe Biden’s certification by Congress personifies the decaying Democracy in America. Background Recently, a violent mob (loyal to President Donald Trump) in an attempt to overturn America’s Presidential election stormed the U.S. Capitol and forced lawmakers into hiding. This act of violence indicates… Continue reading What are the issues in ailing American democracy?
Post-Central vista verdict: Need to improve process of developing Public project?
Synopsis: The issue of Central Vista Project has reiterated the need for holistic solutions for the issues in process of the redevelopment projects. Introduction The majority ruling decided that the government had followed all processes as required by the regulations and could go ahead with the construction. However, it is only the one instance, which is… Continue reading Post-Central vista verdict: Need to improve process of developing Public project?
India’s counter-coercive strategy against China
Synopsis: India has done quite well in countering Chinese moves in eastern Ladakh with its coercive strategy. Introduction There is an opportunity for middle powers like India to redefine their position in the world order as decline and rise of Chinese and American powers continue. Alexander L. George, an American political scientist, is best known for his work on coercive diplomacy. The… Continue reading India’s counter-coercive strategy against China
Issues in wages Against Housework and Alternatives to it
Synopsis- It is important to recognise the value of unpaid domestic work. However, creating value isn’t always about fair remuneration. A salary to women for domestic work will institutionalise the idea of men as ‘providers. Introduction– Recently, Kamal Hasan’s party, Makkal Needhi Maiam, promised salaries to housewives as a part of its electoral campaign in Tamil Nadu. Shashi Tharoor also… Continue reading Issues in wages Against Housework and Alternatives to it
Flawed understanding of triple talaq law is leading to its misuse
Synopsis– Faulty understanding of the triple talaq law i.e., Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act of 2019, as well as the Islamic law on divorce is leading to misuse of the act. Introduction- In the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act of 2019, a Supreme Court Bench led by Justice D Y Chandrachud observed that mother-in-law of the second respondent… Continue reading Flawed understanding of triple talaq law is leading to its misuse
Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 11th January, 2021
Good Morning dear reader. We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: \ For yesterday’s Current Affairs – Click Here GS-Paper 2 Central Vista, executive’s caprice, and rule of law The Hindu Page – 6 Syllabus Topic – Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive Relax detention norms to prevent drop-outs, says govt.… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 11th January, 2021
How to deal with Avian influenza?
Synopsis: Avian influenza must be stopped before continuous spread amongst humans. Influenza type A viruses cause Bird flu, a highly contagious viral disease. Normally birds are carriers of this virus, takes it across the continent, though unaffected themselves, affect a large population of other birds. These viruses mainly affect poultry birds such as chickens and turkeys. Although rare, this virus sometimes also… Continue reading How to deal with Avian influenza?
Preparing workforce for COVID vaccination
Synopsis:India is near vaccine roll out, but it lacks trained healthcare workers for the job. Introduction The permission of two COVID-19 vaccinats for emergency use is nearing. There is now hope of an end to the pandemic. But for the administration of vaccination and treatment properly and skillfully, a trained and effective workforce is… Continue reading Preparing workforce for COVID vaccination
USTR slams India’s Equalisation levy
News: US Trade Representative (USTR) has released the findings of the Section 301 report. Source: The Hindu The report has said that India’s 2% equalisation levy is unreasonable or discriminatory potentially attracting withdrawal of US trade concessions or duties on Indian exports. What is Equalisation Levy? When was 2% Equalisation Levy introduced? In the Finance Bill 2020-21 a 2% digital service tax (DST) was… Continue reading USTR slams India’s Equalisation levy
