Source: The post is based on the article “Concept of White Hole: Universe may have resulted out of a Big Bounce” published in “The Hindu” on 14th November 2023 Why in the News? Carlo Rovelli has written a book called White Holes: Inside the Horizon. In this book, he explains the theoretical existence of white… Continue reading Concept of White Hole: Universe may have resulted out of a ‘Big Bounce’
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GPS Anklets on prison inmates
Source– This post “GPS Anklets on prison inmates” is based on the article ”Centre asks States to use tracking devices on prison inmates released on parole” published in “The Hindu” on 13 November 2023. Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry issued a circular to all states suggesting them to use GPS tracking devices… Continue reading GPS Anklets on prison inmates
Attenborough echidna
Source– This post “Attenborough echidna” is based on the article “Elusive Attenborough echidna rediscovered in Indonesia” published in “The Hindu” on 10 November 2023. Why in the News? An elusive echidna after disappearing for six decades has been rediscovered during expedition by researchers in a remote part of Indonesia. It was last seen in 1961.… Continue reading Attenborough echidna
On ragging in higher educational institutions – Unending ordeal
Source: The post on ragging in higher educational institutions is based on the article “Unending ordeal- Law enforcement officials and colleges must do more to prevent ragging” published in “The Hindu” on 11th November 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Governance- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education. News: The article discusses the ongoing problem of ragging… Continue reading On ragging in higher educational institutions – Unending ordeal
Revamping the criminal justice system to fit the bill
Source: The post is based on the article “Revamping the criminal justice system to fit the bill” published in “The Hindu” on 11th November 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity- Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States. News: The article discusses three new Indian Bills that aim to modernize the country’s criminal justice system by replacing existing… Continue reading Revamping the criminal justice system to fit the bill
Menstrual hygiene policy: Women in red
Source: This post on menstrual hygiene policy has been created based on the article Women in red, published in The Hindu on 10th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2, Social Issues, government policies and interventions for development in various sectors News: The Supreme Court of India has given the Central Government a four-week deadline… Continue reading Menstrual hygiene policy: Women in red
On Tamil indentured labour in Sri Lanka – An under-discussed facet of colonial history
Source: This post on Tamil indentured labour in Sri Lanka has been created based on the article “An under-discussed facet of colonial history” published in The Hindu on 9th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1 Indian History – Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant… Continue reading On Tamil indentured labour in Sri Lanka – An under-discussed facet of colonial history
On e-FIR – Move towards e-FIR, but with caution
Source: This post on e-FIR has been created based on the article “Move towards e-FIR, but with caution” published in The Hindu on 9th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 Governance – E-governance – applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential. News: This article discusses the concept of e-FIR. It also highlights the benefits and… Continue reading On e-FIR – Move towards e-FIR, but with caution
On India and the Taiwan conflict – Taiwan, a Malacca blockade and India’s options
Source: This post on India and the Taiwan conflict has been created based on the article “Taiwan, a Malacca blockade and India’s options” published in The Hindu on 9th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 International Relations – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. News: This article… Continue reading On India and the Taiwan conflict – Taiwan, a Malacca blockade and India’s options
Illegal Betting: Government bans 22 Illegal betting apps
Source: The post is based on the article “Illegal Betting: Government bans 22 Illegal betting apps” published in “The Hindu” on 9th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued blocking orders against 22 illegal betting apps and websites, including the Mahadev online betting platform. What is… Continue reading Illegal Betting: Government bans 22 Illegal betting apps
