Source- The post is based on the article “Do the wealthy influence policy-making more across all forms of democracy?” published in “The Hindu” on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- polity Relevance– Issues related to democracy News– The article explains the study ‘Affluence and Influence in a Social Democracy’ published in American Political Science Review (2023).… Continue reading Do the wealthy influence policy-making more across all forms of democracy?
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A crucial six months for India-U.S. ties
Source- The post is based on the article “A crucial six months for India-U.S. ties” published in “The Hindu” on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral groupings and agreements Relevance– India and US bilateral relationship News– The next six months are going to be crucial for India-U.S. ties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to… Continue reading A crucial six months for India-U.S. ties
Right lessons – on NCERT Syllabus Revision
Source- The post is based on the article “Right lessons” published in “The Hindu” on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of education Relevance– Issues related to syllabus and curriculum News– Recently, controversy has been created by revision in NCERT textbooks. Read more – NCERT Textbook Revision Why do textbooks… Continue reading Right lessons – on NCERT Syllabus Revision
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #235 : M. Sathiyavathy Ma’am Board,
Date of Interview: 23rd March Afternoon Board: M. Sathiyavathy Ma’am Daf keywords: Quora, Ph.D., MPhil, Diamond ECOWAS, peacekeeping climate change, Africa To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman 1 – Why IAS, why not teaching 2- findings of your mphil research ( Discussion on findings, which involved Africa in climate negotiations,… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #235 : M. Sathiyavathy Ma’am Board,
Amendment to IT Rules and regulating fake news – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 About the recent Amendment to IT Rules3 What is the rationale behind the recent amendment to IT Rules?4 What are the advantages of amendment to IT Rules?5 What are the challenges associated with the amendment to IT Rules?6 What should be done? Introduction The Ministry of Electronics and Information… Continue reading Amendment to IT Rules and regulating fake news – Explained, pointwise
States’ subsidy accounting must be transparent: CAG
Source: The post is based on the article “States’ subsidy accounting must be transparent: CAG” published in The Hindu on 11th April 2023 What is the News? The Comptroller & Auditor General (CAG) of India has addressed the Annual Accountant General’s Conclave. What are the key highlights from his address? Firstly, States must take measures… Continue reading States’ subsidy accounting must be transparent: CAG
Burning bright – India must balance conservation efforts with the rights of forest dwellers”
Source: The post is based on the article “Burning bright – India must balance conservation efforts with the rights of forest dwellers” published in The Hindu on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Environment and Bio-diversity Conservation. Relevance: About tiger population. News: Recently, the government released the 5th cycle of India’s Tiger Census. Based on the survey, the… Continue reading Burning bright – India must balance conservation efforts with the rights of forest dwellers”
Small & Green Future – That India needs more nuclear power generation is not in doubt. But it should rely less on big plants
Source: The post is based on the article “Small & Green Future – That India needs more nuclear power generation is not in doubt. But it should rely less on big plants” published in The Times of India on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Energy. Relevance: About the need for small modular reactors(SMRs). News: India, by… Continue reading Small & Green Future – That India needs more nuclear power generation is not in doubt. But it should rely less on big plants
Amul vs Nandini threatens to limit choices for consumers
Source: The post is based on the following articles “Who Moved My Milk? – Amul vs Nandini battle is meaningless. India needs both to expand nationally and shake things up” published in The Times of India on 11th April 2023. “Express View: Amul vs Nandini threatens to limit choices for consumers” published in the Indian Express on 11th… Continue reading Amul vs Nandini threatens to limit choices for consumers
Draft ‘Sagarmala Innovation and Start-up Policy’ issued for Stakeholder Consultation
Source: The post is based on the article “Draft ‘Sagarmala Innovation and Start-up Policy’ issued for Stakeholder Consultation” published in PIB on 10th April 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Draft Sagarmala Innovation and Start-up Policy?3 What are Maritime Innovation Hubs(MIH)?4 What is the Sagarmala Initiative? What is the News? The Ministry… Continue reading Draft ‘Sagarmala Innovation and Start-up Policy’ issued for Stakeholder Consultation
