Temple Bodies Challenge HC Directive on Use of Elephants
Background:Kerala HC ruled that using elephants in festivals like Thrissur Pooram is not an “essential religious practice.” Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Conclusion:Balancing cultural preservation with animal welfare and public safety is crucial. A compromise can uphold both traditions and ethical standards.
Finance Minister Asserts Q2 Growth ‘Blip’ is Temporary
Context:India’s GDP growth slowed to 5.4% in Q2 2024-25, attributed to temporary factors. Relevance: GS 3 (Economy)
MGNREGA Wages Do Not Match Rising Cost of Living
Context:The House panel recommended revising wages under MGNREGS to reflect inflation. Relevance: GS 2 (Governance) Key Points: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) – 2005 Provisions: Eligibility Criteria: Guaranteed Employment: Unemployment Allowance: Social Audit: Preference of Employment Near Residence: Decentralized Planning: Working Conditions and Payments:
Failing PDS Beneficiaries in Odisha
Context: Three women in Odisha died after consuming toxic mango kernel gruel, highlighting PDS issues. Relevance: GS 1 (Society, Poverty) PDS Scheme overview :
The Constitution on Minority Rights
Background: Commemorated on December 18, Minority Rights Day highlights the 1992 UN declaration on minority rights. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Provisions:
Delhi Remains India’s Most Polluted City
Background: Severe winter air pollution in Delhi continues to impact public health. Relevance: GS 3 (Pollution) Air Quality Index (AQI) Key Features Data Representation Purpose Six Categories of AQI
Two Bills on Simultaneous Elections Rock Parliament
Background:The idea of simultaneous elections, or “One Nation, One Election,” aims to synchronize the election cycles of the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Important Provisions of Simultaneous Election Bill: Constitutional Amendments: Legislative Measures: Exclusions: Union Territories: Implications:
Current Affairs Quiz 18 December 2024
Current Affairs 18 December 2024
Content : Two Bills on Simultaneous Elections Rock Parliament Background:The idea of simultaneous elections, or “One Nation, One Election,” aims to synchronize the election cycles of the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Relevance: GS 2 (Polity & Governance) Important Provisions of Simultaneous Election Bill: Constitutional Amendments: Legislative Measures: Exclusions: Union Territories: Implications: Delhi Remains India’s […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 December 2024
Context; India-Sri Lanka Bilateral Relations Relevance : GS 2 (International Relations ) Practice Question : Discuss the impact of Chinese influence on India-Sri Lanka relations and suggest ways the two countries can strengthen their bilateral ties. (250 Words ) Key Issues: Areas of Cooperation: Economic and Technological Cooperation Agreement (ETCA): Fisheries Dispute: 13th Amendment to […]