UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Governance Introduction The custodial deaths of Jayaraj and Bennix in Sattankulam, Tamil Nadu, exposed serious failures in policing and judicial processes. Arrested on minor charges, they were subjected to brutal torture in custody, leading to their deaths. The case highlights misuse of police power, weak safeguards, and low accountability. At… Continue reading Systemic reckoning: On the verdict in the Sattankulam murder case
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Freebies unplugged
Source: The post “Freebies unplugged” has been created, based on “Freebies unplugged” published in “BusinessLine” on 8 April 2026. Freebies unplugged. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Electoral freebies have become a recurring feature of India’s political landscape as political parties frequently announce welfare measures such as free electricity, bus rides, consumer goods, and unconditional… Continue reading Freebies unplugged
Missing link in India’s natural-birth story: Midwives
Source: The post “Missing link in India’s natural-birth story: Midwives” has been created, based on “Missing link in India’s natural-birth story: Midwives” published in “Indian Express” on 8 April 2026. Missing link in India’s natural-birth story: Midwives. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: India has achieved significant progress in maternal healthcare as the Maternal Mortality… Continue reading Missing link in India’s natural-birth story: Midwives
Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026
Source: The post “Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026” has been created, based on “Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026” published in “PIB” on 6 April 2026. Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 is a continuation of India’s efforts… Continue reading Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026
India’s next social protection is care, not cash
Source: The post “India’s next social protection is care, not cash” has been created, based on “India’s next social protection is care, not cash” published in “BusinessLine” on 6 April 2026. India’s next social protection is care, not cash. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: India’s social protection system has traditionally focused on cash transfers, pensions,… Continue reading India’s next social protection is care, not cash
Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right
Source: The post “Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right” has been created, based on “Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right” published in “Indian Express” on 4 April 2026. Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The right to… Continue reading Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right
Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism
Source: The post “Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism” has been created, based on “Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism” published in “The Hindu” on 2 April 2026. Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The recent declaration… Continue reading Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism
FCRA Amendment Bill 2026
Source: The post “FCRA Amendment Bill 2026” has been created, based on “FCRA Amendment Bill 2026” published in “Indian Express” on 1 April 2026. FCRA Amendment Bill 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA) regulates the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions and hospitality by associations and NGOs to… Continue reading FCRA Amendment Bill 2026
Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047
Source: The post “Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047” has been created, based on “Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047” published in “PIB” on 31st March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: Healthcare plays a crucial role in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 by strengthening human capital and improving productivity. The… Continue reading Prioritising Healthcare for a Viksit Bharat 2047
The continued pursuit of the perfect election
Source: The post “The continued pursuit of the perfect election” has been created, based on “The continued pursuit of the perfect election” published in “The Hindu” on 31st March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: Elections to the Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry are being conducted after the Special… Continue reading The continued pursuit of the perfect election
