Source: Down to Earth Relevance: Understanding reasons behind polluted river stretches in India Synopsis: Various Indian states have a large number of polluted river stretches. What are the reasons behind it and steps taken by the government to address the problem? Contents1 Background2 Performance of states3 Reasons behind polluted river stretches4 Steps taken by the govt… Continue reading Polluted river stretches in India: A list across states
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Significance of biocentric jurisprudence for nature – Explained, pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 Biocentrism vs anthropocentrism3 About the Supreme Court judgment4 Why power lines are a threat to Great Indian Bustard?5 How is anthropocentrism causing damage to the environment?6 How countries resorting to Biocentrism?7 India and Biocentrism8 Suggestions in embracing Biocentrism9 Conclusion Introduction In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India has sought to move… Continue reading Significance of biocentric jurisprudence for nature – Explained, pointwise
Gudalur’s Gene Pool Garden is an example of participatory forest management
Source: Down To Earth Relevance: The success of Gene Pool Garden highlights the need for Participatory forest management. Introduction: The Gene Pool Garden was established in 1989 under the Hill Area Development Programme at the Gudalur forest division in Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu. About the Gene pool garden: It is located in the Western Ghats,… Continue reading Gudalur’s Gene Pool Garden is an example of participatory forest management
We should be thankful for the economy’s liberation
Source: Live Mint, Live Mint, Live Mint Relevance – This article analyzes the performance of economic liberalization. Synopsis: Economic liberalisation of 1991 is viewed with Skepticism. However, we should be thankful for P.V. Narasimha Rao and Manmohan Singh for liberating the economy from the dead hand of bureaucratic control. India Before Liberalization: The important sectors… Continue reading We should be thankful for the economy’s liberation
The laws for surveillance in India, and the concerns over privacy
Source: Indian Express , Indian express Synopsis: The recent Pegasus attack has raised questions over the degree of protection awarded to an individual’s privacy. Relevance – Article highlights laws governing surveillance in India. Contents1 Background:2 Why is the Pegasus attack a concerning issue?3 Telegraph Act, 1885:4 Information Technology Act, 2000:5 Way Ahead: Background: According to the… Continue reading The laws for surveillance in India, and the concerns over privacy
India’s renewable energy plan of 175 GW by FY22-end faces multiple risks
Source: The Business Standard Relevance: There are certain problems associated with the renewable energy sector which is hurting India’s renewable energy targets. Synopsis: India is now chasing its target of 450 GW of renewable power by 2030. However, several issues, including delays in the signing of power sales agreement (PSAs) stand in the way of realising… Continue reading India’s renewable energy plan of 175 GW by FY22-end faces multiple risks
The creeping concerns over India’s debt
Source: Live mint Synopsis: Recently, the Supreme Court directed the Centre to formulate guidelines for providing compensation under the Disaster Management Act. Contents1 Background2 Why the fear of downgrading credit rating is overrated?3 Why the government did not choose to provide compensation to COVID victims?4 Way forward: Background In response to SC directions, the Solicitor… Continue reading The creeping concerns over India’s debt
How effective is the Ease of doing business index? – Explained, pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 About Ease of Doing Business Index (EoDB)3 India’s performance in the recent EoDB Index4 Major reforms initiated by the government to improve EoDB in India5 Advantages of EoDB rankings6 Problems with the concept of EoDB7 Challenges faced by Indian Entrepreneurs8 Suggestions to improve Business in India Introduction India improved its global rank in… Continue reading How effective is the Ease of doing business index? – Explained, pointwise
Water as woe
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Urban flooding is a recurring event. This article highlights the reasons behind it. Synopsis: Mumbai cannot manage its flooding without a new deal for drainage and housing Background Due to global warming, the volume and duration of monsoonal rain are becoming unpredictable, and its catastrophic impacts on cities will become more… Continue reading Water as woe
India needs an economic stimulus that can also aid green energy transition
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Areas where India can direct its economic stimulus for maximum effect. Synopsis: Some innovative and affordable pathways for a green stimulus which would create dispersed demand and jobs with large multiplier effects. Contents1 Background2 Innovative Ideas for Green stimulus3 Investments in EV charging Infrastructure:4 Policy Guidelines to support Solar Power Background… Continue reading India needs an economic stimulus that can also aid green energy transition
