Source: The post is based on the article “Details Awaited – Personal data protection bill this time does well to emphasise purpose limitation. But subsequent rules are the key” published in The Times of India on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of… Continue reading Details Awaited – Personal data protection bill this time does well to emphasise purpose limitation. But subsequent rules are the key
Tag: Polity
Age of consent: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is age of consent?3 What are the salient features of POCSO Act?4 What are the judgements of various High Courts?5 What are the issues with current age of consent?6 What should be the way forward?7 Conclusion Introduction Recently, the Bombay High Court said that it is high… Continue reading Age of consent: Explained, pointwise
Apar Gupta writes: On Manipur, internet shutdown is no cure
Source: The post is based on the article “Apar Gupta writes: On Manipur, internet shutdown is no cure” published in “The Indian express” on 3rd August 2023. Syllabus: GS2-Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; News: The author discusses the frequent internet shutdowns in India, which are meant… Continue reading Apar Gupta writes: On Manipur, internet shutdown is no cure
As Article 370 hearings begin in the Supreme Court, question of the ‘temporary’ provision
Source: The post is based on the article “As Article 370 hearings begin in the Supreme Court, question of the ‘temporary’ provision” published in “The Indian express” on 3rd August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, News: The article discusses the… Continue reading As Article 370 hearings begin in the Supreme Court, question of the ‘temporary’ provision
The dangers in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill
Source– The post is based on the article “The dangers in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill” published in the “The Hindu” on 2nd August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Indian Polity – Fundamental Rights News– The government is set to introduce the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Bill in Parliament. What is the importance… Continue reading The dangers in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill
Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 How are IIMs governed at present? 3 What are the issues with the current governance system? 4 What are the key provisions of the Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023? 5 Balancing autonomy and accountability 6 What is the significance of IIMs? 7 What are the challenges IIMs facing? 8 Conclusion … Continue reading Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023: Explained, pointwise
A critical lapse in Jan Vishwas Bill
Source: The post is based on the article “A critical lapse in Jan Vishwas Bill” published in Business standard on 1st August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health News: This article discusses the Jan Vishwas Bill passed by Lok Sabha, which amends many provisions,… Continue reading A critical lapse in Jan Vishwas Bill
16th Finance Commission: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is the Finance Commission?3 Why is there a need for an FC? 4 What are a few of the successful recommendations made by the Finance Commissions? 5 What are the challenges that Finance Commissions face? 6 What are some novel challenges before the 16th Finance Commission? 7 What are the key… Continue reading 16th Finance Commission: Explained, pointwise
Manipur internet shutdowns: Forgetting the lessons from Kashmir
Source: The post is based on the article “Manipur internet shutdowns: Forgetting the lessons from Kashmir” published in “The Indian express” on 29th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- fundamental rights & Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, News: In this article author discusses how the Manipur government’s internet shutdown harms citizens by limiting their fundamental… Continue reading Manipur internet shutdowns: Forgetting the lessons from Kashmir
Needless move – On ED Director Tenure Extension
Source– The post is based on the article “Needless move” published in “The Hindu” on 29th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Statutory, Regulatory bodies Relevance: Issues related to external trade News- The SC in his order allowed Sanjay Kumar Mishra, head of the Enforcement Directorate, to continue till September 15 at the Centre’s request. Court has… Continue reading Needless move – On ED Director Tenure Extension
