Source: The post is based on the article “A brilliant model of affirmative action– In light of the recent US Supreme Court decision on race-based admissions, the Indian model of reservations in both jobs and education holds valuable lessons” published in “ Business standard” on 11th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Comparison of the Indian constitutional… Continue reading A brilliant model of affirmative action – on reservation
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India’s Myanmar quandary, its paradoxical policy
Source: The post is based on the article “India’s Myanmar quandary, its paradoxical policy” published in The Hindu on 11th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Relevance: India and Myanmar Relations News: Myanmar’s President extended the emergency by six months, and the military has decided to release political prisoners. Still, these actions don’t suggest a… Continue reading India’s Myanmar quandary, its paradoxical policy
Demolitions as state-sanctioned collective punishment
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
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
