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Why countries like Bolivia and New Zealand have awarded legal rights to non-humans
Source: The post is based on the article “Why countries like Bolivia and New Zealand have awarded legal rights to non-humans” published in Indian Express on 17th October 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the need of giving legal rights to non-humans?3 How various countries are providing legal rights to non-humans?4 What is… Continue reading Why countries like Bolivia and New Zealand have awarded legal rights to non-humans
Why does the SC collegium hold primacy over transfers?
Source– The post is based on the article “Why does the SC collegium hold primacy over transfers?” published in The Hindu on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Judiciary Relevance– Judicial appointment News- The article explains the recent cases of the government unilaterally delaying or segregating names recommended by the Supreme Court Collegium. What are cases… Continue reading Why does the SC collegium hold primacy over transfers?
The bigger picture of intermediation, financial crises
Source: The post is based on an article “The bigger picture of intermediation, financial crises” published in The Hindu on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Economic Development Relevance: findings of the Nobel Prize winner in economics News: This article highlights the role played by financial sector and banks in particular, in the development of modern economies. Nobel Prize… Continue reading The bigger picture of intermediation, financial crises
State-owned firms must play by the same rules
Source: The post is based on an article “State-owned firms must play by the same rules” published in Live Mint on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Economic Growth and Development News: The tussle between Delhi Airport Metro Express Pvt Ltd (DAMEPL) and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (DMRC) highlights the issue of payment delays made by government… Continue reading State-owned firms must play by the same rules
Making a case for the Old Pension Scheme
Source: The post is based on an article “Making a case for the Old Pension Scheme” published in The Hindu on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: benefits of old pension scheme News: The governments of Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, Punjab has announced to revert back to the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) form the New Pension Scheme (NPS).… Continue reading Making a case for the Old Pension Scheme
Reducing the legal burden
Source: The post is based on an article “Reducing the legal burden” published in Business Standard on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance News: The government is planning to come up with a bill that will be aimed at increasing the ease of doing business in India. The bill is being drafted by the Ministry of Commerce… Continue reading Reducing the legal burden
Internet age needs better international policing
Source– The post is based on the article “Internet age needs better international policing” published in The Times of India on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Vulnerable sections. GS1- Social empowerment Relevance– Sexual exploitation of children News- This article explains the issue of online child sex abuse. It also explains the steps taken by India… Continue reading Internet age needs better international policing
Securing India’s cyberspace
Source– The post is based on the article “Securing India’s cyberspace” published in The Indian Express on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Basics of cyber security Relevance– Military application of quantum technology and its challenges for internal security. News- The article explains the vulnerability of India cyberspace due to military applications of quantum technology. It… Continue reading Securing India’s cyberspace
Food day as a reminder to ‘leave no one behind’
Source– The post is based on the article “Food day as a reminder to leave no one behind” published in The Hindu on 17th October 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to hunger. GS3- Agriculture Relevance– Food security challenges News- The article explains the scenario of food security in India. It also explains the way forward… Continue reading Food day as a reminder to ‘leave no one behind’
