UNESCO’S global Ethics Framework on Neurotechnology
Why in News? Relevance : What is Neurotechnology? Why a Framework Was Needed ? Key Drivers Before UNESCO Framework What UNESCO’s Framework Contains Three-Pillar Structure Core Ethical Principles Protection Principles Innovation Principles Explicit Prohibitions Framework on Innovation & IP Implementation Expectations Key Takeaways
Digital Labour Chowk, LCFCs & New Cess Portal
Why in News? Relevance : Basics Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 Key Institutions What the New Digital Initiatives Do CWFI’s Key Objections CWFI’s Specific Critiques 1. “Digital gates while the vault stays locked” 2. Fundamental flaws 3. Anti-worker implications 4. Lack of transparency about welfare funds Government’s […]
National Gopal Ratna Awards (NGRA) 2024–25
Why in News? Relevance : Basics Objectives of NGRA Significance for Dairy Sector Recent Trends & Data Governance & Implementation Angle Environmental & Sustainability Linkages Issues & Criticisms
Batukeshwar Dutt
Why in News? Relevance : Basic Facts Batukeshwar Dutt: Life & Background Jail Years & Hunger Strikes Post-Release Struggles Health Decline & Death Neglect vs Recognition Chaman Lal Azad’s Documentation Revolutionary Network & Personal Bonds Ideas & Ideological Contributions Key Takeaways
Social Audit for SIR 2.0
Why in News? Relevance : What is Special Intensive Revision (SIR)? Legal Framework: Electoral Roll Revision Bihar Case Study: What Went Wrong? Evidence of Disenfranchisement Why It Became Controversial ? Institutional Issues Raised Election Commission of India (ECI) Supreme Court Vulnerability of Internal Migrants Democratic Implications Need for Mandatory Social Audit Concept Constitutional & Institutional […]
Trajectory of Anti-Rape Laws in India
Why in News? Relevance : Understanding the Mathura Rape Case (Tukaram Case, 1972–79) Turning Point: The 1979 Open Letter Immediate Legal Reforms Triggered Criminal Law Amendment Act, 1983 Evolution Through Major Cases & Movements Nandini Satpathy Case (1978) Bhanwari Devi Case & Vishaka Guidelines (1992–1997) Nirbhaya Case & Criminal Law Amendment Act, 2013 Unnao and […]
Ladakh Groups Submit Draft Proposal to MHA on Statehood
Why in News? Relevance : Governance Structure of Ladakh What is the Sixth Schedule? Why Ladakh Wants Sixth Schedule Status? Key Demands in the 29-Page Draft Proposal Why the Issue Matters? Challenges & Concern Areas Potential Outcomes Going Forward
Current Affairs Quiz 18 November 2025
Q1. Which one of the following does NOT come under the provisions of the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?a) Tripurab) Mizoramc) Arunachal Pradeshd) AssamCorrect Answer: (c)Explanation:• Sixth Schedule applies to Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram.• Arunachal Pradesh is not included despite a large tribal population.• Ladakh is also excluded and currently demanding inclusion. Q2. Under […]
Current Affairs 18 November 2025
Content Ladakh Groups Submit Draft Proposal to MHA on Statehood & 6th Schedule Status Why in News? Relevance : Governance Structure of Ladakh What is the Sixth Schedule? Why Ladakh Wants Sixth Schedule Status? Key Demands in the 29-Page Draft Proposal Why the Issue Matters? Challenges & Concern Areas Potential Outcomes Going Forward Social Audit […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 November 2025
Content The lower judiciary — litigation, pendency, stagnation Why in News? Relevance Practice Questions Basics: Structure of Subordinate Judiciary Core Problem 1: Ministerial Work Consumes Judicial Time Proposed Reform Core Problem 2: Declining Quality of Subordinate Judges Proposed Reform Core Problem 3: Statutory Provisions Increasing, Not Reducing, Pendency (a) Commercial Courts Act – Section 12A […]