Sedition and its roots in rudeness as an offence

Source- The post is based on the article “Sedition and its roots in rudeness as an offence” published in “The Hindu” on 27th May 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance– Issues related to offensive speech and sedition News- On March 30, the Lahore High Court annulled the offence of ‘sedition’ in the Pakistan Penal code. Around… Continue reading Sedition and its roots in rudeness as an offence

India as ‘developed country’ by 2047: Attainable goal, or chimera?

Source- The post is based on the article “India as ‘developed country’ by 2047: Attainable goal, or chimera?” published in the “Business Standard” on 27th May 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Growth and development Relevance- Development prospects of India News– The Narendra Modi government has set before the country the goal of attaining “developed country” status by… Continue reading India as ‘developed country’ by 2047: Attainable goal, or chimera?

Unchecked Kashmir box

Source- The post is based on the article “Unchecked Kashmir box” published in the “Business Standard” on 27th May 2023. Syllabus: GS3 – Internal Security News– Recently, the meeting of third Working Group of G20 on Tourism was held in Srinagar. What are the major developments during the event? The outcome was significantly positive in… Continue reading Unchecked Kashmir box

A fountainhead of the people’s hopes and aspirations

Source- The post is based on the article “A fountainhead of the people’s hopes and aspirations” published in “The Indian Express” on 27th May 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity News– India is set to witness a historic moment with the inauguration of the new Parliament House on May 28. We finally have a new structure in… Continue reading A fountainhead of the people’s hopes and aspirations

Who’s afraid of Amul?

Source: The post is based on the article “Who’s afraid of Amul?” published in The Indian Express on 27th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth Relevance: About Milk cooperatives News: Tamil Nadu CM has requested Union Home and Cooperation Minister to direct Amul to cease encroaching upon… Continue reading Who’s afraid of Amul?

Data In The Dock – on National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG)

Source: The post is based on the article “Data In The Dock – A little-noted flaw in the judicial system is the recording of incomplete & wrong information. This skews calculation of disposal rates, especially for old cases” published in The Times of India on 27th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2- Functioning of judiciary Relevance: About the… Continue reading Data In The Dock – on National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG)

Sengol: History and relevance – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Sengol, a sacred sceptre, traces its roots back to the ancient Chola dynasty in Tamil Nadu, where it served as a potent symbol of royal power transfer. However, its significance extends beyond mere political authority, representing the ethical-spiritual authority or ‘Dharma Danda’ in Indian civilisational tradition. Today, its relevance… Continue reading Sengol: History and relevance – Explained, pointwise

European Union official seeks to allay India’s concerns on ‘carbon tax’

Source: The post is based on the article “European Union official seeks to allay India’s concerns on ‘carbon tax’” published in The Hindu on 27th May 2023 What is the News? European Union’s chief climate negotiator has recently said that Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is not intended to be “protectionist” and only meant to avoid the… Continue reading European Union official seeks to allay India’s concerns on ‘carbon tax’

Junta Connection – For Manipur, India must revisit its Myanmar policy

Source: The post is based on the article “Junta Connection – For Manipur, India must revisit its Myanmar policy” published in The Times of India on 27th May 2023 Syllabus: GS 2 – India and its neighbourhood relations and GS 3: Security issues – Internal Security. Relevance: About Manipur unrest and Junta rule in Manipur. News: The… Continue reading Junta Connection – For Manipur, India must revisit its Myanmar policy

EU audit finds ‘many weaknesses’ in Indian organic products certification

Source: The post is based on the article “EU audit finds ‘many weaknesses’ in Indian organic products certification” published in The Hindu Business line on 24th May 2023 What is the News? A European Union (EU) audit has found “many weaknesses” in the certification of Indian organic products exported to the EU. What are the findings of… Continue reading EU audit finds ‘many weaknesses’ in Indian organic products certification

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