Source– The post is based on the article “BIMSTEC as key to a new South Asian regional order” published in The Hindu on 8th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Regional grouping Relevance– BIMSTEC News– The article explains the importance of BIMSTEC and scope for improvement in its working. It also explains the weaknesses of SAARC. What… Continue reading BIMSTEC as key to a new South Asian regional order
Tag: gs paper 2
Denting democracy – On judicial appointments
Source– The post is based on the article “Denting democracy” published in the Business Standard on 7th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Judiciary Relevance– Judicial appointment News– The article explains the issue of appointment of judges by Collegium. Recently, a Bench of the SC expressed anguish at the government sitting on Collegium recommendations for fresh appointments.… Continue reading Denting democracy – On judicial appointments
Maha-Nataka, Why? – Political grandstanding like that over Maharashtra, Karnataka border forgets many Indians are multilingual
Source: The post is based on the article “Maha-Nataka, Why? – Political grandstanding like that over Maharashtra, Karnataka border forgets many Indians are multilingual” published in The Times of India on 7th November 2022. Syllabus: GS – 2 – Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Relevance: About the boundary dispute between Maharashtra and… Continue reading Maha-Nataka, Why? – Political grandstanding like that over Maharashtra, Karnataka border forgets many Indians are multilingual
The pandemic’s big disruption of schooling calls for close analysis
Source: The post is based on the article “The pandemic’s big disruption of schooling calls for close analysis” published in the Livemint on 7th November 2022. Syllabus: GS – 2 – Issues relating to the development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education. Relevance: About attaining universal elementary education. News: Despite the enactment of the Right to… Continue reading The pandemic’s big disruption of schooling calls for close analysis
[Kurukshetra December Summary] Bridging the Digital Divide – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 Digital Divide3 Achieving an Affordable, Inclusive Internet for All4 Government Initiatives to Bridge Digital Divide5 Way Forward6 Conclusion Introduction Implementing e-governance to empower the population and promote economic growth is a big challenge in large and diversified country like India. The integration of technology-enabled communication and data driven governance… Continue reading [Kurukshetra December Summary] Bridging the Digital Divide – Explained, pointwise
Counting India’s poor: Numbers suggest the need for a welfare state
Source– The post is based on the article “Counting India’s poor: Numbers suggest the need for a welfare state ” published in The Indian Express on 6th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Poverty and hunger Relevance– Estimation of poverty News– The article explains the issues of estimation of poverty in India and its implications for government.… Continue reading Counting India’s poor: Numbers suggest the need for a welfare state
India’s G20 Presidency: Championing the Global South
Source– The post is based on the article “India’s G20 Presidency: Championing the Global South” published in The Indian Express on 6th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- International relations Relevance– Global south and India News– The article explains the renewed interest of international politics for the global south. It also explains India ‘s new perspective for… Continue reading India’s G20 Presidency: Championing the Global South
No uniformity in parole and furlough rules
Source– The post is based on the article “No uniformity in parole and furlough rules” published in The Hindu on 6th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Judiciary Relevance– Criminal justice system News– The article explains the issues related to the system of Parole and Furlough followed by states. What are legal provisions related to Parole and… Continue reading No uniformity in parole and furlough rules
Faith and freedom -Freedom of religion is protected when state keeps away from matters of faith
Source: The post is based on an article “Faith and freedom -Freedom of religion is protected when state keeps away from matters of faith” published in The Hindu on 6th December 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: concerns associated with anti-conversion law in Gujarat News: The article discusses the tussle between Gujarat government and High Court regarding… Continue reading Faith and freedom -Freedom of religion is protected when state keeps away from matters of faith
Impacts of India-UK FTA: Nothing So Great About Free Trade With Great Britain
Source: The post is based on the article “Nothing So Great About Free Trade With Great Britain” published in The Times of India on 6th November 2022. Syllabus: GS – 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Relevance: About India-UK FTA negotiation. News: Recently the possibilities for India-UK free trade… Continue reading Impacts of India-UK FTA: Nothing So Great About Free Trade With Great Britain
