Source– The post is based on the article “End the death penalty: Its basis has collapsed” published in the “mint” on 21st August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Indian Polity and Governance – Criminal Justice System News– The article deals with the issue of the death penalty. What are arguments against the death penalty? The… Continue reading End the death penalty: Its basis has collapsed
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Express View on Saudi and Iran: Welcome detente
Source– The post is based on the article “Express View on Saudi and Iran: Welcome detente” published in “The Indian Express” on 21st August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International relations News– Recently, Iranian foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian’s visit to Saudi Arabia had traveled to Riyadh to offer condolences on the death of King Abdullah.… Continue reading Express View on Saudi and Iran: Welcome detente
The Katchatheevu controversy
Source: The post is based on the article “The Katchatheevu controversy” published in The Hindu on 21st August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Relevance: India and Sri Lanka agreement on Katchatheevu. News: Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister M. K. Stalin restarted discussions about Katchatheevu, a barren islet near Rameswaram. He called to reclaim the islet from… Continue reading The Katchatheevu controversy
“Criminal law Bills renaming is needless meddling
Source: The post is based on the article “Criminal law Bills renaming is needless meddling” published in “The Hindu” on 21st August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Indian constitution – Criminal Justice System News: In this article, the author criticizes the renaming of three legal bills in Hindi. He argues that it’s a push towards majoritarianism, ignores… Continue reading “Criminal law Bills renaming is needless meddling
A ‘fab’ way to conduct India-Japan tech diplomacy
Source: The post is based on the article “A ‘fab’ way to conduct India-Japan tech diplomacy” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Relevance: India and Japan agreement on semiconductor technology News: In July 2023, India and Japan reached an agreement to cooperate on semiconductor technology. Contents1 What is the… Continue reading A ‘fab’ way to conduct India-Japan tech diplomacy
Mediation Bill: An incomplete settlement
Source– The post is based on the article “Mediation Bill: An incomplete settlement” published in “The Indian Express” on 18th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity. Relevance: Important BIlls and Acts News– On August 1, the Mediation Bill, 2021 was passed by the Rajya Sabha. What are some positive aspects of the Bill? The Bill has… Continue reading Mediation Bill: An incomplete settlement
The custody question
Source– The post is based on the article “The custody question” published in “The Indian Express” on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity. Relevance: Important BIlls and Acts News– The central government has introduced three Bills in the Lok Sabha to reform criminal law: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 to replace the Indian Penal Code,… Continue reading The custody question
The power of an acronym
Source: The post is based on the article “The power of an acronym” published in “Business standard” on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. News: In this article author discusses the evolution and relevance of the BRICS group, highlighting its inconsistencies and China’s… Continue reading The power of an acronym
Word choice in data protection law, a dilution of rights
Source– The post is based on the article “Word choice in data protection law, a dilution of rights” published in “The Hindu” on 18th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance: Important Bills and Acts News– India finally has a data protection law, called the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. What are provision in data… Continue reading Word choice in data protection law, a dilution of rights
Gaps in Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Act
Source– The post is based on the article “Gaps in Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Act” published in “The Hindu” on 18th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance: Important Bills and Acts News– Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023 has been passed by Parliament and has got the assent of the President of… Continue reading Gaps in Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Act
