An Opportunity to Rethink India’s Pension System
Context: India’s pension system has evolved through three major schemes: the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), the New Pension Scheme (NPS), and the proposed Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). Each system impacts retirees differently, with the NPS exposing retirees to market risks, while the OPS provided greater financial security. The global shift toward welfare policies amid economic uncertainties […]
India Needs a Dedicated Law to Deal with National Security Risks from FDI and Trade
Context: The editorial discusses India’s lack of a comprehensive legal framework to address national security risks associated with foreign direct investment (FDI) and international trade. Despite the growing influx of FDI, especially from China, India lacks robust legislation to screen investments on security grounds. The article compares India’s legal shortcomings with measures taken by other countries, […]
Women in Space Leadership Programme
Context: Women in Space Leadership Programme aims to develop a women’s leadership framework to support institutions in strengthening their gender-inclusive practices and policies, specifically around space sciences and allied areas. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Women in Space Leadership Programme: UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI)
Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats Scheme
Context: The Union Cabinet has recently given its approval to continue the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) for the duration of the 15th Finance Commission cycle, spanning 2021 to 2026. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About IDWH (Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats) Components of the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 27 September 2024
Contents: A Legal Void: India Needs a Dedicated Law to Deal with National Security Risks from FDI and Trade Context: The editorial discusses India’s lack of a comprehensive legal framework to address national security risks associated with foreign direct investment (FDI) and international trade. Despite the growing influx of FDI, especially from China, India lacks […]
Current Affairs Quiz 27 September 2024
PIB Summaries 27 September 2024
CONTENTS Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats Scheme Context: The Union Cabinet has recently given its approval to continue the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) for the duration of the 15th Finance Commission cycle, spanning 2021 to 2026. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About IDWH (Integrated […]
Current Affairs 27 September 2024
CONTENTS Supreme Court Mandates School Safety Guidelines Implementation Context: The Supreme Court has recently mandated the implementation of the Centre’s 2021 Guidelines on School Safety and Security across all schools. This directive follows an unfortunate incident involving the sexual assault of two schoolgirls in Badlapur, Maharashtra. Additionally, the Supreme Court has tasked the National Commission […]
Static Quiz 27 September 2024 (Environment)
