What is the news? The President of India promulgates the IBC Amendment Ordinance 2021. It allows the use of Pre-Pack insolvency resolution. About Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2021: IBC Amendment Ordinance 2021 amends the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. The Amendment allows the use of Pre-Packaged insolvency resolution as an alternative resolution mechanism… Continue reading IBC Amendment Ordinance 2021 Allows “Pre-Pack Insolvency Resolution”
Odisha Government Proposes “Mahendragiri Biosphere Reserve”
What is the news The Odisha government submits a proposal to establish the Mahendragiri biosphere reserve. It is the 2nd biosphere reserve in the state and situated in the southern part of the state at Mahendragiri hill ecosystem. Note: Similipal Biosphere Reserve was Odisha’s first such reserve and was notified in 1996. About Mahendragiri Biosphere… Continue reading Odisha Government Proposes “Mahendragiri Biosphere Reserve”
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 9 Apr, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles Odisha Government Proposes “Mahendragiri Biosphere Reserve” What is the news? The Odisha government submits a proposal to establish the Mahendragiri biosphere reserve. It is the 2nd biosphere reserve in the state and situated in the southern part of the state at Mahendragiri hill ecosystem. Note:… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 9 Apr, 2021
“Exclusive Economic Zone”(EEZ) of India
What is the News? India protested the U.S. decision to conduct a patrol in the Indian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the western Indian Ocean. What is the Exclusive Economic Zone(EEZ)? The 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) defines an Exclusive Economic Zone(EEZ). It is an area that shall not… Continue reading “Exclusive Economic Zone”(EEZ) of India
Miscellanous Quiz: Organization & Bodies – II |9 Apr, 2021
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Chinese Threat to Hong Kong’ Democracy
Synopsis: The new electoral techniques represent the end of democracy in Hong Kong that was never truly democratic. Background Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of China. Recently the Hong Kong’s Chief Executive and members of its legislature were chosen in an undemocratic way. Adding to that, the Chinese government also made drastic changes… Continue reading Chinese Threat to Hong Kong’ Democracy
Performance Analysis of Lok Adalats in India
Synopsis: The Lok Adalats (People’s Court) have been functioning in India since the last 38 years. They have successfully solved lakhs of cases that have reduced the judicial burden. However, some experts question their efficacy as they tend to neglect justice for speedier resolution. Background: Lok Adalats established to provide quick, accessible and affordable justice… Continue reading Performance Analysis of Lok Adalats in India
Flaws in India’s Internal Security Management
Synopsis:The recent attack in tekulgada area in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh exposed flaws in India’s internal security management. Hence, there is a need to bring robust reforms in the security architecture that can prevent attacks by Left Wing Extremists in the future. Background: Recently a combing operation by local police and central police forces… Continue reading Flaws in India’s Internal Security Management
The MTP Amendment Act 2021 is against Women’s Rights
Synopsis: Though the MTP or Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Act 2021 act has progressive features. However, it fails miserably in acknowledging the bodily rights of Women. Overview on The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 It was considered a progressive law then because it replaced the 100 years IPC (Indian penal code) that considers… Continue reading The MTP Amendment Act 2021 is against Women’s Rights
Empowerment of Transgender community in India
Synopsis: The introduction of 13 members of the Empowerment of Transgender community into the Chhattisgarh police is an encouraging step. Introduction 13 members of the transgender community selected as constables under the Chhattisgarh police. This move is truly historic and exciting for this community. The Tamil Nadu police also welcomed a few transgender earlier. Their… Continue reading Empowerment of Transgender community in India
