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
Secular remedy for Divorced Muslim women: SC
Context: The Supreme Court of India recently held that divorced Muslim women are entitled to maintenance under the “secular” Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. Relevance: GS Paper 2: Historical underpinnings & evolution; Features, amendments, significant provisions, basic structure; Comparison of Indian constitutional scheme with other countries’ Dimensions of the Article: What are the […]
Features of Digital Bharat Nidhi
Context: In a fresh attempt at increasing telecom connectivity in rural areas, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has released draft rules to operationalise the Digital Bharat Nidhi. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) About Features of Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) Underutilization of USOF What is the […]
What is the Smart Cities Mission?
Context: Recently, the Central Government has decided to extend the deadline for Smart Cities Mission till 31st March 2025. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: What is the Smart Cities Mission? What kinds of projects were proposed? Challenges Faced by the Smart City Mission: Lack of Clear Definition: Sidelining Elected Representatives: Competitive Selection Process: […]
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation
Context: In 2023, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) Bill was passed by both Houses of Parliament, marking a significant step towards promoting research in India, particularly within its universities and colleges. The 2019 National Research Foundation (NRF) project report highlighted that one of ANRF’s top priorities is to enhance the outstanding research cells already present in State […]
About Saubhagya Scheme
Context: The Meghalaya Lokayukta recently issued notifications to the former chief secretary and other former officials of the Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited (MeECL) for their alleged irregularities in the implementation of the Saubhagya scheme in the state. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions About Saubhagya Scheme: -Source: Hindustan Times
Prime Minister Pays Tribute to Resisters of 1975 National Emergency
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister of India paid homage to the men and women who resisted the National Emergency of 1975. 25th June 2024 marked the 49th anniversary of the declaration of the national emergency in India. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is an Emergency? Types of Emergency in […]
India’s Rooftop Solar Growth and Future Potential
Context: Rooftop solar (RTS) has the potential to revolutionise India’s energy landscape by offering a sustainable, decentralised, and affordable solution to meet the country’s growing electricity needs and making consumers self-reliant. The country’s installed RTS capacity increased by 2.99 GW in 2023-2024, marking the highest growth reported in a single year. As of March 31 […]
How Well is India Tapping its Rooftop Solar Potential?
Context: India’s installed rooftop solar (RTS) capacity surged by 2.99 GW in 2023-2024, marking the highest growth in a single year. By March 31, the total RTS capacity reached 11.87 GW, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. To meet rising energy demands, India must intensify its efforts to enhance RTS potential. Relevance: Mains Question: […]
Call for Consensus in the Parliament
Context: The Prime Minister of India has vowed to govern through consensus as the 18th Lok Sabha commenced its first session. Both the ruling and the opposition parties have reiterated their commitment to protecting the Constitution, a key theme in the 2024 general election campaign. Despite their claims of seeking consensus and loyalty to the Constitution, there has been […]