Source: The Hindu Relevance: India must take its laws on waste seriously to stop microplastics pollution. Synopsis: Microplastic pollution around the world demands the proper implementation of existing laws and global collaboration. Introduction: The Ganga might have stood witness to many stages of India’s civilisation. But in recent decades it has become a conduit for sewage,… Continue reading The Ganga’s message
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Polluted river stretches in India: A list across states
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? Background The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 2018 identified 351 polluted river stretches in… Continue reading Polluted river stretches in India: A list across states
Significance of biocentric jurisprudence for nature – Explained, pointwise
Introduction In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India has sought to move away from an anthropocentric basis of law and stressed the importance of biocentrism. The anthropocentric perception is widespread and is considered to be responsible for severe environmental crises ranging from global warming, ozone depletion, and water scarcity to the loss of… 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. Background: According to the report of a global collaborative investigative project, Pegasus spyware may have been used by Israeli based NSO group to… 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. Background In response to SC directions, the Solicitor general made an argument, which underlines the government’s inability to comply due to the tight revenue situation amid the growing demand for resources. Why the… Continue reading The creeping concerns over India’s debt
How effective is the Ease of doing business index? – Explained, pointwise
Introduction India improved its global rank in the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business Index (EoDB) 79 positions from 142nd in 2014 to 63rd in 2020. But despite this, India’s gross domestic product growth (GDP) rate fell more than 4 percent points between 2016 and 2019. Similarly, private investment as a share of GDP also… 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
