Study Reveals Microdroplets of Water Can Break Down Minerals into Nanoparticles
Context: A recent study published in the journal Science has revealed that microdroplets of water have the ability to break down minerals into nanoparticles. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Study What are Nanoparticles? -Source: The Hindu
Draft Digital Competition Bill
Context: In February 2023, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) established the Committee on Digital Competition Law (CDCL) to consider the need for a specific law governing competition in digital markets. After extensive discussions, the CDCL determined that the existing Competition Act, 2002, which operates on an ex-post framework (addressing issues after they arise), should […]
Importance of Census for Addressing Discrimination
Context: Peter Drucker’s quote, “Only what gets measured gets managed,” underscores the need for collecting data on group identities to effectively tackle discrimination. This is crucial for informed policymaking and fostering inclusive development. For instance, the lack of racial data in Germany’s census puts Black communities at a disadvantage. In response, the Afrozensus survey initiated […]
Menstrual Leave Policies
Context: Recently, the Supreme Court has asked the Central Government to frame a model policy on menstrual leave for female employees. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is Menstrual leave? State of Menstrual Leaves in India Arguments Against Menstrual Leave: Global Menstrual Leave Policies: -Source: The Hindu
Current Affairs 12 July 2024
CONTENTS Menstrual Leave Policies Context: Recently, the Supreme Court has asked the Central Government to frame a model policy on menstrual leave for female employees. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is Menstrual leave? State of Menstrual Leaves in India Arguments Against Menstrual Leave: Global Menstrual Leave Policies: -Source: The Hindu Importance of Census […]
Gender is a Spectrum – UPSC Essay
Introduction “What is gender?” This fundamental question lies at the heart of feminist theory and practice and is pivotal to contemporary debates in social justice activism concerning class, identity, and privilege. Often, the term “gender” is mistakenly used as a synonym for “sex,” referring to the biological categorization of individuals as male or female. […]
PIB Summaries 12 July 2024
CONTENTS GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme Context: Recently, Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth launched “GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme (GAINS 2024) of Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited ( GRSE) in Kolkata. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme 12th India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) Meeting Context: Recently, the […]
Static Quiz 12 July 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 12 July 2024
CONTENTS Future Investments in India’s EV Space Context: According to media reports, the government plans to expand the scope of its electric vehicle (EV) policy, initially announced in March, to include a retrospective effect. This means that the policy, designed to encourage global players to localize production and invest in the domestic ecosystem, will now […]
National Gopal Ratna Award 2024
Context: The Nominations for the National Gopal Ratna Award for the year 2024 will be opened from the 15th of July. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions, Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About National Gopal Ratna Award 2024: About the Rashtriya Gokul Mission: Mission Objectives: -Source: PIB, The Hindu