Source: The post is based on the article “Demolitions as state-sanctioned collective punishment” published in The Hindu on 11th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Relevance: Issues with state led demolitions drive News: In Nuh, Haryana, several homes were… Continue reading Demolitions as state-sanctioned collective punishment
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Smartphone Ban in Schools: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 Which are the countries restricting mobile use in schools?3 What is the evidence from India about smartphone usage among school students?4 What are the arguments in favour of smartphone ban in schools?5 What are the arguments against smartphone ban in schools?6 What should be the way forward?7 Conclusion… Continue reading Smartphone Ban in Schools: Explained, pointwise
Bibek Debroy writes: BIMARU states are breaking poverty’s chains
Source– The post is based on the article “Bibek Debroy writes: BIMARU states are breaking poverty’s chains” published in “The Indian Express” on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to poverty and hunger Relevance: Estimation of poverty News– The article explain the prevalence of poverty rate in India as indicated by UNDP and NITI… Continue reading Bibek Debroy writes: BIMARU states are breaking poverty’s chains
Express View on Lancet TB study: Food for cure
Source– The post is based on the article “Express View on Lancet TB study: Food for cure” published in “The Indian Express” on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of health Relevance: Issues related to TB News– Recently, a Lancet study underlines the need to improve nutrition of TB patients.… Continue reading Express View on Lancet TB study: Food for cure
Steps worth taking- Sound advice from Parliament on judicial reform
Source: The post is based on the article “Steps worth taking- Sound advice from Parliament on judicial reform” published in Business standard on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Separation of powers between various organs News: The author discusses a recent parliamentary report suggesting reforms in India’s judiciary. It emphasizes raising judges’ retirement age, reassessing post-retirement… Continue reading Steps worth taking- Sound advice from Parliament on judicial reform
Judged Half Right- House panel spot on for mandatory asset declaration for judges. Court vacations are a more complex issue
Source: The post is based on the article “Judged Half Right- House panel spot on for mandatory asset declaration for judges. Court vacations are a more complex issue” published in The Times of India on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Separation of powers between various organs News: The House panel in India has recommended that… Continue reading Judged Half Right- House panel spot on for mandatory asset declaration for judges. Court vacations are a more complex issue
Mediating, Minus Sarkar – on Mediation Bill
Source: The post is based on the article “Mediating, Minus Sarkar” published in Times of India on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Dispute redressal mechanisms News: The author discusses the new Mediation Bill passed in India, which formalizes and promotes mediation as a mainstream method for resolving disputes. What are the main features of the… Continue reading Mediating, Minus Sarkar – on Mediation Bill
Stop the fence-sitting in cluster bomb use
Source: The post is based on the article “Stop the fence-sitting in cluster bomb use” published in The Hindu on 10th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations – International Treaty and Organization Relevance: International law related to prohibition of cluster bombs News: The decision by the United States to provide cluster munitions to Ukraine as… Continue reading Stop the fence-sitting in cluster bomb use
The grammar of commerce in a new age of geopolitics
Source– The post is based on the article “The grammar of commerce in a new age of geopolitics” published in “The Hindu” on 9th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- International relations News – Since March 2018, 23 advanced and developing countries have agreed for currency swap arrangements with India, extending credits in settling transactions. Contents1 How… Continue reading The grammar of commerce in a new age of geopolitics
A Hassle Is Born – on Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill 2023
Source– The post is based on the article “A Hassle Is Born” published in “The Times of India” on 9th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity News– Recently, Parliament passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill 2023. Contents1 What are the major provisions of the Bill?2 What are issues with the Bill?3 Why does… Continue reading A Hassle Is Born – on Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill 2023
