Jallikattu: cultural practice or cruelty?

Source: The post is based on the article “Jallikattu: cultural practice or cruelty?” published in The Hindu on 5th January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: issues associated with Jallikattu News: Petitions have been filed in the Supreme Court to strike down a 2017 Tamil Nadu law that protects Jallikattu. SC will give the verdict in a… Continue reading Jallikattu: cultural practice or cruelty?

Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission: Making healthcare accessible, the digital way

Source– The post is based on the article “Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission: Making healthcare accessible, the digital way” published in The Indian Express on 5th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management Relevance– Use of digital technology for healthcare sector News– The article explains the use of digital technology by the government… Continue reading Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission: Making healthcare accessible, the digital way

How Free Now? – SC did well to warn against further restrictions on free speech. But misuse of IPC provisions needs checking too

Source: The post is based on the following articles “Why the Supreme Court is right to not curb ministers’ free speech” published in the Indian Express on 5th January 2023. “How Free Now? – SC did well to warn against further restrictions on free speech. But misuse of IPC provisions needs checking too” published in… Continue reading How Free Now? – SC did well to warn against further restrictions on free speech. But misuse of IPC provisions needs checking too

It is crucial for India to embrace multi-domain operations

Source– The post is based on the article “It is crucial for India to embrace multi-domain operations” published in The Hindu on 4th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Security News–  The article explains the concept of multi-domain operations and its relevance for India. It also explains the steps needed to embrace the concept of MDO. Contents1… Continue reading It is crucial for India to embrace multi-domain operations

India@75, Looking@100 – on healthcare sector in India

Source– The post is based on the article “India@75, Looking@100” published in The Indian Express on 4th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of health News– The article explains the problems faced by healthcare sectors and measures needed to improve the provision of healthcare services in India. What are the issues… Continue reading India@75, Looking@100 – on healthcare sector in India

For great road safety, India needs a change in mindset

Source– The post is based on the article “For great road safety, India needs a change in mindset” published in The Indian Express on 4th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Government policies and interventions News– The article explains the issue of road safety in India. What are the reasons behind increasing road accidents in India? Human… Continue reading For great road safety, India needs a change in mindset

A late but right call by Kerala Governor

Source: The post is based on the article “A late but right call by Kerala Governor” published in The Hindu on 4th January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Indian Polity Relevance: Role of Governor News: Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has finally decided to reinstate former Minister Saji Cherian into the Cabinet and administer the oath. However, he… Continue reading A late but right call by Kerala Governor

Restrictions on NGO activities: Beyond civil society – ‘Protectionism’ in social services is impractical

Source: The post is based on the article “Beyond civil society – ‘Protectionism’ in social services is impractical” published in the Business Standard on 4th January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – The role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders. Relevance: About restrictions on NGO activities. News: Recently, at least… Continue reading Restrictions on NGO activities: Beyond civil society – ‘Protectionism’ in social services is impractical

The case against- state control of Hindu temples

Source– The post is based on the article “The case against state control of Hindu temples” published in The Hindu on 3rd January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Significant provisions of Indian constitution. Relevance– Issues related to secularism in India News– The article explains the issue of state governments managing the affairs of Hindu religious endowments. Contents1… Continue reading The case against- state control of Hindu temples

Towards reducing India’s prison footprint

Source: The post is based on the article “Towards reducing India’s prison footprint” published in The Hindu on 3rd January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: measures needed to prevent overcrowding of prisons News: Lieutenant-Governor of Delhi in June last year directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to allocate land to Delhi’s prison department to construct a… Continue reading Towards reducing India’s prison footprint

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