Potential Economic Consequences of Pandemic

Source: Livemint Relevance: This article highlights the possible long-term economic consequences of COVID-19 for India. Introduction: A recent exercise at the National Council of Applied Economic Research shows a few possible scenarios. It reveals the permanent effects of the pandemic shock that will persist for a very long time. Possible Long-term consequences: Firstly, after the V-shaped… Continue reading Potential Economic Consequences of Pandemic

Power users may soon get to choose supplier

Source: Live Mint Relevance: Electricity amendment bill 2021 will improve energy efficiency and consumer protection. Synopsis: Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2021 is a landmark bill to reform power distribution. The Landmark Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2021 is expected to be introduced in the monsoon session of the parliament. Provisions of the Landmark Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2021 Aims… Continue reading Power users may soon get to choose supplier

A strong Indian state must be humane too

Source: The Hindu  Relevance: This article highlights the importance of upholding human rights. Synopsis: The recent death of Father (Fr.) Stan Swamy has attracted global criticism and questioned India’s credibility and will for protecting human rights. The situation calls for establishing an audit system to review such cases that would prevent gross violation of justice… Continue reading A strong Indian state must be humane too

Ghost of Section 66A

Source: Indian Express  Relevance:  Laws that are declared unconstitutional by the judiciary, are still in use. Policy measures are required to ensure the proper implementation of orders. Contents1 Synopsis:2 About Section 66A:3 Why was it struck down?4 Reasons behind continued persecutions under Section 66A:5 Suggestions: Synopsis: The Supreme Court’s criticism and the Centre’s note underline… Continue reading Ghost of Section 66A

Interference an investigating officer can do without

Source: The Hindu  Relevance: Separation of power is an important part of ensuring proper governance in the country. Synopsis: Growing instances of judicial interference in an investigation are undesirable and also not sanctioned by law. Background: The death of George Floyd in the US in May 2020 and the horrific episode in Sattankulam, Tamil Nadu (killing… Continue reading Interference an investigating officer can do without

[Download] 7PM Weekly Compilation -July 2021 – 1st and 2nd week

Hello everyone. We are posting the weekly Compilation of 7PM Daily Current Affairs Analysis for the month  of July 2021 – 1st and 2nd week Click on the following link to download 7pm Compilation [1st to 15th July 2021] About 7 PM:- The idea behind 7 PM Daily Editorial is to give aspirants in-depth analysis of… Continue reading [Download] 7PM Weekly Compilation -July 2021 – 1st and 2nd week

Must Read Current Affairs Articles – July 16th 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 the… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – July 16th 2021

The Psychology of the Personality Test + 16 Suggestions for IAS Interview Candidates

by Neyawn   Last week, I e-met Dheeraj. “Sir, he said, I am having a major problem.” “And what is that Dheeraj?” I asked. “Problem is I have my Civils Interview in August, and I have also gotten call for IFoS Interview, though dates are not out for that yet.” “They are good problems to… Continue reading The Psychology of the Personality Test + 16 Suggestions for IAS Interview Candidates

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