Synopsis: How India and Australia are working towards a sustainable world. Background The year 2020 witnessed the spread of the Pandemic, bushfires in Australia as a consequence of climate change. It has taught the following important lessons to the world. The need to strengthen the resilience of our global communities. The importance of innovation, resources,… Continue reading India-Australia relation: Towards sustainable future
Reasons and Solutions for disaster management in Uttarakhand
Synopsis: There are various reasons for Disasters in Uttarakhand. It can be prevented by taking some long-term measures. Background: The glacier burst in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand caused the flash floods. It led to the death of 34 people with more than 170 people missing. Apart from that, it also caused destruction to public… Continue reading Reasons and Solutions for disaster management in Uttarakhand
Mindless development could bring more calamities
Synopsis: Development work in the Himalayas is being carried out without an understanding of its fragility, seismicity, glacial behavior. Introduction The flash floods due to the burst of an artificial lake inside Nanda Devi Sanctuary is the newest warning given by the Himalayas to the supporters of development. The loss of lives, property, and projects… Continue reading Mindless development could bring more calamities
Comprehensive Guidance Program (CGP) 2022 | 25th February 2021
Dear Friends, We are writing to inform you that we shall be commencing with our Comprehensive Guidance Program (CGP) 2022 from 25th February 2021. CGP is a Flagship foundation program of ForumIAS that takes care of 360-degree mentor-backed preparation, covering your Prelims + Mains so that you are best prepared to ace the examination in… Continue reading Comprehensive Guidance Program (CGP) 2022 | 25th February 2021
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 15, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles List of Today’s Factly Articles “Traffic Crash Injuries and Disabilities” -World Bank report on road accidents in India What is the “Arjun Main Battle Tank” MK-1A? Fossils of ‘Dickinsonia’ found at Bhimbetka “Arka Vyapar App” to connect farmers with market Data on participation of marginalised… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 15, 2021
[UPSC Interview Transcript #13]: Bhonsle Sir Board, Madhya Pradesh State, Commerce (CA) Optional, Football, Meditation Hobbies
Duration: 30 mins Board: Bhonsle Sir Employee: Chartered Accountant Home State: Madhya Pradesh (Ujjain) Optional: Commerce (CA) Hobbies: Football, Meditation Chairman Asked about Pele (football legend) health and financial issues. Member 1 AGR issue is going on, I think this is all fault of Chartered Accountants. They advise them to not pay these dues. All… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #13]: Bhonsle Sir Board, Madhya Pradesh State, Commerce (CA) Optional, Football, Meditation Hobbies
Self-regulatory codes 2020 for OTTs should be allowed
Synopsis: The government should consider allowing the Over-The-Top (OTT) services to self-regulate themselves. Recently, they published a new tool kit to implement the self-regulation code of 2020. Read – Self-regulatory toolkit by OTTs for implementation of Self Regulation Codes, 2020 – ForumIAS Blog Background The Over-The-Top (OTT) services in India have witnessed an increase in… Continue reading Self-regulatory codes 2020 for OTTs should be allowed
What are the issues in government’s order to Twitter?
Synopsis: The government ordered twitter to shut down user accounts connected with the farm protests. This order hampers fundamental rights and also reveals a complex relationship between the government and large platforms. Introduction The growing digitization of Indian society can be seen in the ongoing farmers’ protest. A new hashtag trends on Twitter for and against… Continue reading What are the issues in government’s order to Twitter?
Study finds irreversible changes to DNA can be caused by excessive Alcohol
What is the News? A study by NIMHANS, Bengaluru has rejected the assumption that if one stops drinking, the damage to health from excessive consumption of alcohol can be reversed. About the study: The study has been published online in the American Journal of Medical Genetics. It tracked patients at NIMHANS Centre for Addiction Medicine… Continue reading Study finds irreversible changes to DNA can be caused by excessive Alcohol
Six years of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Why in News? During the last six years, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme has increased awareness and sensitized the masses on Gender Equality. Facts: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Scheme: It was launched by the Prime Minister in 2015 at Panipat in Haryana. Aim: To bring behavioural change in the society towards birth and rights… Continue reading Six years of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
