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Karnataka’s cow protection bill

Context: The Karnataka’s cow protection bill, like similar laws in other states affects rural economy. Background Recently, Karnataka state’s Vidhan Sabha passed the contentious cattle protection bill that had been passed by the state assembly 10 years ago which could not enter the statute book because the governor refused assent. What are the issues involved?… Continue reading Karnataka’s cow protection bill

Government policies – harder to implement

Context- The government’s dismissal of the concerns of farmers and workers with bold reforms is not only bad for democracy, it reduces quality of policies and also makes them harder to implement. Contents1 What is the core problem in agriculture sector in India?2 Possible solution-3 What are the issues with new farms and labour laws?4… Continue reading Government policies – harder to implement

Iran Nuclear Deal

Context: How the Iran Nuclear deal has shaped till now. Contents1 How, the Iran nuclear deal was approached   differently under different US presidents?2 Why were the Israel and Saudi’s upset over lifting Sanctions?3 How it helped Iran rivals?4 What are the motives of Israel at present? How, the Iran nuclear deal was approached   differently under… Continue reading Iran Nuclear Deal

Emissions Gap Report 2020

News: United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP) has released the Emissions Gap Report,2020. Facts: Emissions gap report: The report assesses the gap between anticipated emissions and levels consistent with the Paris Agreement goals of limiting global warming this century to well below 2°C and pursuing 1.5°C. Key Takeaways: Temperature Rise: World is still heading for a temperature… Continue reading Emissions Gap Report 2020

Overestimate GDP growth data

Context- The higher GDP growth rate of the economy actually masks the decline in the unorganized sector. Contents1 What in the news-2 Why GDP data should not be taken as sustainable recovery?3 Why quarterly growth numbers are not robust?4 Way forward- What in the news- The second quarter GDP contracted at a slower pace of… Continue reading Overestimate GDP growth data

Challenges threatening India’s democracy

Context – With various issues arising, there is an opinion that democracy takes a hit and policymakers must take note of the drift.  What are the areas of concern for India?  Recession – The Indian economy is in recession and is among the worst-performing among major nations Cybersecurity attack– India ranked second only to the US… Continue reading Challenges threatening India’s democracy

Nutritional Security

Context: The single greatest threat that blocks the promise of India at a foundational level is malnutrition. What are the different effects of malnutrition on people? Effect of malnutrition: Malnourished children tend to fall short of their real potential physically as well as mentally. That is because malnutrition leaves their bodies weaker and more susceptible… Continue reading Nutritional Security

Smart Anganwadi system

Context: Infrastructure development and capacity building of the anganwadi remains the key to improving the programme, the standards of all its services need to be up-scaled. In what areas the ICDS programme lagging? Community development: The country has 13.77 lakh AWCs. These centres have undoubtedly expanded their reach, but they need to play a much… Continue reading Smart Anganwadi system

The state of farmers

Context: While the farmers demand a repeal of the three new farm laws, the government insists the reforms are “farmer-friendly”. Contents1 What is the aim and impact of the new farm laws?2 What are the problems faced by farmers?3 Mention a few state policies that seeks to establish powers of state over land?3.1 Way forward… Continue reading The state of farmers

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