Synopsis: SC transferred all oxygen supply-related cases in various High Courts. It did so, in the name of prioritising uniformity across nations in the distribution of essential services. This step of SC is against Judicial Federalism in India. Background In Parmanand Katara v. Union of India (1989), the Supreme Court said that ‘the right to… Continue reading A Case of Declining Judicial Federalism in India
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Impact of Groundwater Depletion on Cropping Intensity
Sypnosis: An International team conducted a study to understand the impact of Groundwater depletion on Cropping Intensity in India. Contents1 About the study:2 Impact on Cropping Intensity:3 Alternative Sources of Irrigation:4 Reasons for Groundwater Depletion in India:5 Way Forward: About the study: The International team studied the impact of groundwater depletion on cropping intensity in… Continue reading Impact of Groundwater Depletion on Cropping Intensity
Appointment of former judges as ad hoc Judges
Synopsis – The SC is Activating the dormant Article 224A of the Constitution. It has issued guidelines for the appointment of ad hoc Judges to deal with the backlog of cases pending in the HC. Introduction- An article in the Indian Constitution that has been dormant for 58 years has been restored by the Supreme… Continue reading Appointment of former judges as ad hoc Judges
The long battle against the extremists
Synopsis: The long battle against Maoists is not providing the optimum results. Unusual wars are not fought just on the ground; They also require proper soft strategy. Contents1 Introduction 2 Reasons for prolonged extremist attacks since Independence:3 The present situation of extremism:4 Conclusion Introduction 22 jawans martyred on the April 3 encounter between security forces and… Continue reading The long battle against the extremists
Need of Granting Interim Bail to Pregnant Women Undertrials
Synopsis: Even though Pregnant women and children cannot get the Covid-19 vaccination, they continue to remain in prisons. The court has to provide interim bail to women, children and other vulnerable sections in prison. Introduction: Long pending prison reforms, overcrowded prisons made the situation of prisoners in India very cruel. The state of women’s prisons… Continue reading Need of Granting Interim Bail to Pregnant Women Undertrials
A Lost Opportunity to Reform the Educational System
Synopsis- Pandemic provided a vital opportunity to initiate sustainable reforms in the Educational System in India. But bureaucrats and administrators failed to take advantage of it. Introduction- The pandemic offered an opportunity for bureaucrats and administrators to re-examine the education system, but nothing has changed. As a result of the second wave of the COVID-19… Continue reading A Lost Opportunity to Reform the Educational System
Roadblocks to achieve universal vaccination
Synopsis: India needs to develop a practical plan, as it is facing many roadblocks to achieve universal vaccination for all. Background Initially, India decided to prioritize vaccination for the most vulnerable citizens (nearly 300 million). The main reason for that were the limitations of India’s manufacturing capacity to provide vaccination to its whole population. Thus,… Continue reading Roadblocks to achieve universal vaccination
Short Term Targeted Approach to Achieve Net Zero Emissions Target
Synopsis: India needs to follow a sector-wise Short term targeted approach with a focus on achieving short-term targets. Rather than admitting the long-term goal of achieving Net Zero Emissions Target by 2050. Contents1 Background2 Should India adopt net-zero target by 2050?3 How India Could Contribute?4 What changes the power sector requires?5 How to bring about… Continue reading Short Term Targeted Approach to Achieve Net Zero Emissions Target
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – April 22nd, 2021
Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers several newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Livemint, etc. This saves… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – April 22nd, 2021
DRDO Develops SpO2 Based “Supplemental Oxygen Delivery System”
What is the News? The Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) launches the SpO2 (Blood Oxygen Saturation) supplemental Oxygen Delivery System. It will be useful for soldiers in extreme high-altitude areas. About DRDO’s Supplemental Oxygen Delivery System: Purpose: The system delivers supplemental oxygen based on the SpO2 (Blood Oxygen Saturation) levels. Thus, it prevents the person… Continue reading DRDO Develops SpO2 Based “Supplemental Oxygen Delivery System”
