Source: The post is based on the article “Swara Bhasker gets married under Special Marriage Act: What is the Act, how does it work, what is the notice period?” published in The Indian Express on 18th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: Special Marriage Act, 1954 News: The article explains the Special Marriage Act, 1954. Contents1 What… Continue reading Special Marriage Act: What is the Act, how does it work, what is the notice period?
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The Express View: Keeping an eye on China
Source: The post is based on the article “The Express View: Keeping an eye on China” published in the Indian Express on 17th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – India and Neighbourhood relations. Relevance: About Chinese threat along LAC. News: The cabinet has approved the Centrally Sponsored Scheme – Vibrant Villages Programme(VVP). The programme aims to improve… Continue reading The Express View: Keeping an eye on China
How data can empower MPs to serve people better
Source– The post is based on the article “How data can empower MPs to serve people better” published in The Indian Express on 17th February 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Government policies and interventions Relevance– Data availability for governance News– At present, timely and readily available data on critical issues related to population health and socioeconomic well-being… Continue reading How data can empower MPs to serve people better
Wrong Answer, Govts – Repeated exam paper leaks should tell authorities that technology not punishment is the cure
Source: The post is based on the article “Wrong Answer, Govts – Repeated exam paper leaks should tell authorities that technology not punishment is the cure” published in The Times of India on 17th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability. Relevance: About government recruitment exams. News: Recently, Uttarakhand witnessed protests… Continue reading Wrong Answer, Govts – Repeated exam paper leaks should tell authorities that technology not punishment is the cure
Reigning over the capital, from above
Source– The post is based on the article “Reigning over the capital, from above” published in The Hindu on 16th February 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels and Challenges Therein. Relevance– Municipal governance News– It has been more than a month since the election results to the Delhi Municipal… Continue reading Reigning over the capital, from above
Freedom and the big freeze
Source: The post is based on the article “Freedom and the big freeze” published in Business Standard on 17th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: chilling effect and its impact News: The article discusses the way the government is trying to curtail the freedom of media and NGOs. What is the chilling effect and civic… Continue reading Freedom and the big freeze
Issues with Mental Health and Mental Healthcare in India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is the status of Mental Health in India?3 What are the harmful effects of poor Mental Health?4 What are the reasons for poor status of Mental Health in India?5 What steps have been taken to improve Mental Health in India?5.1 Legal Measures5.2 Schemes and Initiatives6 What steps can… Continue reading Issues with Mental Health and Mental Healthcare in India – Explained, pointwise
India’s Sri Lankan refugees need fair consideration
Source– The post is based on the article “India’s Sri Lankan refugees need fair consideration” published in The Hindu on 16th February 2023. Syllabus: GS2- International relations Relevance– Issues related to refugees News– The article explains the issues of Tamil refugees in India Contents1 What is the status of Tamil refugees and policy priorities of… Continue reading India’s Sri Lankan refugees need fair consideration
Post-retirement appointments: a danger to judicial independence
Source– The post is based on the article “Post-retirement appointments: a danger to judicial independence” published in The Hindu on 16th February 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Judiciary Relevance– Appointment of judges News– Justice S. Abdul Nazeer has been appointed Governor of Andhra Pradesh Within a month of retiring from the Supreme Court of India. Since 2014,… Continue reading Post-retirement appointments: a danger to judicial independence
Union Of 100 States – Why India must have many small states. It will make for better economy and better politics
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Of 100 States – Why India must have many small states. It will make for better economy and better politics” published in The Times of India on 16th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure. Relevance: About the demand for smaller… Continue reading Union Of 100 States – Why India must have many small states. It will make for better economy and better politics
