Source: click here Syllabus: GS 3 Synopsis: Mutation of the coronavirus has become a new threat for the world. India must take precautionary measures to deal with it. Introduction New SARS-CoV-2 variants have emerged independently in several countries and the virus is changing very quickly. If it continues to change, currently available vaccines will become… Continue reading How should India handle the new virus variants?
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“STI policy 2020” emphasising self-reliance in science
Source: The Hindu Gs3: Science and Technology- Developments Synopsis: The recently released Draft Science, Technology, and Innovation policy has many issues and challenges that need to be addressed to promote Aatmanirbhar Bharat in science Background: Recently, the Department of Science and Technology has released the 5th draft of the Science, Technology, and Innovation policy for… Continue reading “STI policy 2020” emphasising self-reliance in science
Causes of Rising Inequality
Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2 – Social Issues Synopsis – The COVID-19 pandemic has sharply increased the economic inequality in all countries. Introduction The Inequality Virus report released on the opening day of the World Economic Forum’s Davos Agenda. The report states that the COVID pandemic has increased economic inequality in almost every country.… Continue reading Causes of Rising Inequality
SC Stay on Bombay HC judgment in POCSO case
Source: Click here Syllabus: GS 2- Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions, and basic structure. Synopsis: Supreme put stay on the recent verdict of the Bombay High Court in the sexual assault case. Background: The Session Court had convicted the man for the offence of sexual assault under Section 8 of the POCSO… Continue reading SC Stay on Bombay HC judgment in POCSO case
[Downloads] 10 PM Compilation – January, 2021 – 5th week
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Oxfam Report Findings – Rising inequality in India
Recently Oxfam International has released a report titled “The Inequality Virus”. The report highlighted the increasing inequalities in India during the time of Covid pandemic. The report found out the existing inequalities in the world have increased to new heights. In this regard, there is a larger question on how to reduce inequality in India?… Continue reading Oxfam Report Findings – Rising inequality in India
Oxfam International
Oxfam International was formed in 1995 by a group of independent non-governmental organizations. The Oxfam International Secretariat is based in Nairobi, Kenya. Apart from that, they are also having offices in 7 other locations. The Oxfam International aims to maximize efficiency and achieve greater impact to reduce global poverty and injustice The name “Oxfam” comes from the… Continue reading Oxfam International
Anthropocene era
What is Anthropocene? The word Anthropocene is derived from the Greek words. Anthropo in greek means “man” and cene in Greek means “new”. Anthropocene is an unofficial unit of geologic time. It describes the time when human activities started to have a significant impact on the planet’s climate and ecosystems. These impacts include global warming, environmental… Continue reading Anthropocene era
PM addressed “Climate Adaptation Summit 2021”
What is the News? The Prime Minister of India addressed the Climate Adaptation Summit 2021 virtually. About Climate Adaptation Summit 2021 Climate Adaptation Summit 2021: The summit is being hosted online by the Netherlands Government. Aim: CAS is aimed to accelerate, innovate and scale up global efforts in adapting to the effects of climate change.… Continue reading PM addressed “Climate Adaptation Summit 2021”
Underwater Scientific study to determine the age of “Ram Setu”
What is the news? Indian scientists will undertake an underwater scientific study. The study aims to determine the age of the chain of corals and sediments forming the Ram Setu. Facts: Ram Sethu is a 48-km long bridge-like structure between India and Sri Lanka. It is also known as Adam’s bridge. The Ramayana mentions the… Continue reading Underwater Scientific study to determine the age of “Ram Setu”
