Why China’s dominance of electric vehicle supply chain must be countered

Source– The post is based on the article “Why China’s Dominance of electric vehicle supply chain must be countered” published in The Indian Express on 14th November 2022. Syllabus: GS2- International Relations Relevance: Groundwater conservation related News– The article explains that it is too risky and expensive for India to be dependent on imports across… Continue reading Why China’s dominance of electric vehicle supply chain must be countered

[Kurukshetra November Summary] Technology and Innovation in Healthcare – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic presented an unprecedented challenge to the healthcare system all over the world. It made evident the inadequacy of the the healthcare infrastructure. Due to the overburdened system, social distancing norms and the fear of infection, may life-saving surgeries and transplants were postponed. This has driven healthcare providers… Continue reading [Kurukshetra November Summary] Technology and Innovation in Healthcare – Explained, pointwise

More judges please: Till collegium’s there GoI must clear names fast

Source: The post is based on the article “More judges please: Till collegium’s there GoI must clear names fast” published in The Times of India on 12th November 2022.   Syllabus: GS 2 – Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary. Relevance: About the delay in judicial appointments. News: The Supreme Court issued notice to the… Continue reading More judges please: Till collegium’s there GoI must clear names fast

Research first: On the UGC move on research papers by Ph.D. scholars

Source– The post is based on the article “Research first: On the UGC move on research papers by Ph.D. scholars” published in The Hindu on 12th November 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of education News- The article explains the recent move by UGC for removing the mandatory requirement of publishing papers… Continue reading Research first: On the UGC move on research papers by Ph.D. scholars

Autonomy oils the wheels of higher education excellence

Source– The post is based on the article “Autonomy oils the wheels of higher education excellence” published in The Hindu on 12th November 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of education Relevance: Higher education News- The article explains the autonomy related issues with Indian universities. What are some facts associated with ranking… Continue reading Autonomy oils the wheels of higher education excellence

A court of the future: There is need to finetune mechanisms of accountability within judiciary

Source: The post is based on the article “A court of the future: There is need to finetune mechanisms of accountability within judiciary” published in the Indian Express on 12th November 2022.   Syllabus: GS 2 – Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary. Relevance: About accountability within the judiciary. News: The Supreme Court need some… Continue reading A court of the future: There is need to finetune mechanisms of accountability within judiciary

India & EU: Standard deviations

Source: The post is based on the article “India & EU: Standard deviations” published in the Business Standard on 12th November 2022.   Syllabus: GS 2 – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Relevance: About the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) rules. News: Recently, the European Securities and Markets Authority… Continue reading India & EU: Standard deviations

In EWS verdict, a discrimination antithetical to equality

Source: The post is based on the article “In EWS verdict, a discrimination antithetical to equality” published in The Hindu on 12th November 2022.   Syllabus: GS 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Relevance: About India’s reservation criteria. News: The Supreme Court of India in… Continue reading In EWS verdict, a discrimination antithetical to equality

Supreme Court’s Judgment on EWS Reservation – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction A 5-Judge Bench of the Supreme Court has upheld the validity of the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act (Janhit Abhiyan v. Union Of India). The Act has introduced 10% reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in education and public employment. The Act was challenged before the Supreme Court as violative… Continue reading Supreme Court’s Judgment on EWS Reservation – Explained, pointwise

Should Chief Ministers have a say in the appointment of Governors?

Source– The post is based on the article “Should Chief Ministers have a say in the appointment of Governors?” published in The Hindu on 10th November 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Functioning of executive and issues related to federalism News- The article explains the mechanims and powers of office of Governor. What are the roles and responsibilities… Continue reading Should Chief Ministers have a say in the appointment of Governors?

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