Synopsis: In-house inquiry procedure needs to be made transparent The issue: Recently, the Supreme Court dismissed the complaint from Andhra Pradesh CM against Justice N.V. Ramana, on the basis of in-house inquiry. But the court declined to disclose the findings of the in-house inquiry. This has raised issues of transparency in the court’s process. According… Continue reading Lack of Transparency in the Supreme Court’s In-house Inquiry Procedure
Declining Role of Parliament in Ensuring Accountability of Executive
Synopsis: Parliament needs to ensure scrutiny over the actions and bills passed by the government. Its role is declining in ensuring the accountability of the executive. Background Parliament sessions are ending prematurely due to various reasons. For example, the recent budget session of the parliament ended two weeks ahead of the original plan. Partly the… Continue reading Declining Role of Parliament in Ensuring Accountability of Executive
Why India should adopt Net-Zero Emission Target?
Synopsis: India should adopt the net-zero emission target like others. It will lead to simultaneous attainment of net-zero emission and economic growth. Some temporary challenges may arise, but they can be tackled with robust policy measures. Background: Recently 58 countries have made a commitment to attain net-zero emission by 2050. They currently emit more than… Continue reading Why India should adopt Net-Zero Emission Target?
Supreme Court Allows Sale of “Electoral Bonds”
What is the News? The Supreme Court has refused to stay the sale of electoral bonds prior to the Assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. What was the case? An NGO, Association for Democratic Reforms(ADR), filed a petition. The petition demanded a stay on the sale of the Electoral bonds scheduled between April… Continue reading Supreme Court Allows Sale of “Electoral Bonds”
[UPSC Interview Transcript #108]: RN. Chaubey Board, Rajasthan Home State, already in IRAS
Date of Interview: 4 March Board: RN. Chaubey Background: IITD (Civil) Home State: Rajasthan Medium: Hindi Currently in IRAS Chairman (made me first comfortable) You are already in IRAS. Why do u want to come to IAS? Cash and accrual accounting? Which is better? What type of accounting is followed in IOCL and other PSUs??… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #108]: RN. Chaubey Board, Rajasthan Home State, already in IRAS
10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz | March 27 2021
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9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – March 27, 2021
Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs March 27 brief for you today Why India should adopt Net-Zero Emission Target? Source: The Indian Express Syllabus: GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Synopsis: India should adopt the net-zero emission target like others. It will lead to simultaneous attainment… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – March 27, 2021
Pendency of Cases and Rising Vacancies in the Judiciary – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction Recently the Supreme Court asked the reason from the government for delaying the process of appointment of judges. The SC also highlighted that the government has not cleared the 55 recommendations made by the Collegium for judicial appointments to High Courts. The total sanctioned strength in the 25 High Courts is 1,080. However, the… Continue reading Pendency of Cases and Rising Vacancies in the Judiciary – Explained, Pointwise
UN observes “International Day of Forests”
What is the News? The United Nations observes March 21 as the International Day of Forests. About International Day of Forests: The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed March 21 as the International Day of Forests (IDF) in 2012. Aim: The day celebrates and raises awareness about the importance of all types of forests. Celebrated by:… Continue reading UN observes “International Day of Forests”
Finance Minister launched “Central Scrutiny Centre” and “IEPFA App”
What is the news? The Finance Minister has virtually launched the Central Scrutiny Centre(CSC). She also launched the mobile app for the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority(IEPFA). About Central Scrutiny Centre: Central Scrutiny Centre is an initiative of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. It aims to scrutinize the forms filled by companies under straight-through… Continue reading Finance Minister launched “Central Scrutiny Centre” and “IEPFA App”
