Source: Indian Express Relevance: Points can be used in the essay paper and in your answers for GS Mains. Synopsis: Chief Justice of India (CJI)’s views on what is meant by the term ‘law’ and how safeguarding constitutionalism is a shared responsibility. What is meant by ‘law’? Law, in most general sense, is a tool… Continue reading Rule of Law vs Rule by Law
Compassion & caution
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Recently, SC directed the government to release compensation for victims of Covid-19. Synopsis: Why the Supreme Courts’ directive to provide Exgratia compensation to the families of those who have lost their lives during the Pandemic is not a rational idea. Background Recently, the Supreme Court directed the National Disaster Management Authority… Continue reading Compassion & caution
Why a grassroots mass movement is necessary to fight dowry
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Dowry practice is still prevalent in Indian Society, despite taking different measures. Synopsis: Country needs a multipronged approach to tackle the inhuman practice of dowry. Mere enactment of a legislative framework or enhancement of literacy levels is not enough to control this problem. Background: Last week, a young woman named… Continue reading Why a grassroots mass movement is necessary to fight dowry
Envisioning the post-pandemic smart city
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Smart cities project requires rethinking after the Covid pandemic. Synopsis: The pandemic has come as a remarkable opportunity to review the pathway for ‘smart cities’, and also other towns not on the map. Further, cities should avoid expensive technological solutions and frame their plans in an inclusive and sustainable manner. Background:… Continue reading Envisioning the post-pandemic smart city
All WHO-approved jabs must be recognised for travel: UN
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Vaccination is essential for global economic recovery. The World Health Organization recently said that any COVID-19 vaccine it has authorised for emergency use should be recognised by countries as they open up their borders to inoculated travelers. The move could force Western countries to broaden their acceptance of two apparently less… Continue reading All WHO-approved jabs must be recognised for travel: UN
A widening current account deficit is both good news and bad
Source: Live Mint Relevance: Some signs like CAD signifies economic recovery Synopsis: current account deficit (CAD) of India is widening. It is a piece of mixed news for India. India’s current account deficit (CAD) has widened. As per the latest data, it is around 1% of gross domestic product (GDP). It is a relief for… Continue reading A widening current account deficit is both good news and bad
Delhi’s lame duck Assembly
Source: The Hindu Relevance: The GNCTD Act impact the functions of the Delhi Legislative Assembly and Federalism. The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD)(Amendment) Act, 2021 is criticised as a retrograde law. The bulk of criticism has been focused on the reduced autonomy of the elected government and the consequent vesting of several… Continue reading Delhi’s lame duck Assembly
What is a heat dome? – Explained
Source: Indian Express, Hindustantimes, Livemint Relevance: Important weather phenomenon impacting the climate and the people. Synopsis: Parts of Canada and USA are reeling under severe heatwave caused due to a heat dome. Possible causes and likely impact are discussed. Why in news? High temperatures are being reported from the Pacific northwest (in USA) and some… Continue reading What is a heat dome? – Explained
Delhi HC issues directions on feeding, managing stray dogs
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Delhi High Court in a recent judgment issued directions on feeding and managing stray dogs. What was the case? A petition was filed in the Delhi High Court asking the court to restrain the neighbor from feeding community dogs near the entrance or exit of his property. What… Continue reading Delhi HC issues directions on feeding, managing stray dogs
Covishield gets nod from nine European countries for travel
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Around nine countries in Europe have given recognition to the Covishield vaccine produced by the Serum Institute of India. What was the issue? A lot of Indian travelers who were vaccinated with Covishield were not eligible for the European Union’s ‘green pass’. This was because the European Union… Continue reading Covishield gets nod from nine European countries for travel
