The Delay in Census
Context: In what appears to be a case of complicating matters, the Union government is reportedly considering expanding data collection in the long-delayed Census to include caste enumeration. This inclusion of caste as a variable could be a response to the strong demand for a caste census from several political parties. Relevance: Mains Question: Highlight the origin […]
Health-Worker Safety and a Self-Examination
Context: In 2017, Maharashtra witnessed intense protests by resident doctors following a series of brutal attacks on medical staff in quick succession—typical of how sensationalized criminal offenses often unfold. Despite the severity of the issue, the solution was straightforward and conventional: enhancing security in public hospitals and strengthening legal mechanisms to swiftly bring perpetrators to […]
About the Lakhpati Didi Sammelan
Focus: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Why in News? The Prime Minister of India recently addressed Lakhpati Didi Sammelan in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. He handed out certificates and felicitated 11 lakh new Lakhpati Didis who recently became Lakhpati during the third term of the present government. Lakhpati Didi Initiative Holistic Approach: The Ministry of Rural Development […]
CBI Authorized for Polygraph Test in Kolkata Medical College Case
Context: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has recently received authorization to conduct a polygraph test on the primary suspect involved in the rape and murder of a postgraduate doctor at Kolkata Medical College. This measure is aimed at verifying the consistency of the suspect’s statements and detecting any possible deceit. The use of a […]
Maharashtra Launches Ladki Bahin Yojana for Women’s Empowerment
Context: The Government of Maharashtra has introduced the Ladki Bahin Yojana, also known as the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, a key welfare initiative aimed at supporting women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This scheme is designed to provide financial assistance to these women, facilitating their journey towards self-reliance and socio-economic development. Through such measures, the […]
The Top Court as Custodian of Liberties
Context: The Supreme Court of India granting bail to former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister, after a prolonged period of detention, serves as a significant affirmation of its role as the protector of individual liberties. The Court, in a detailed articulation of its duties, emphasized that a constitutional court must prioritize constitutionalism and the rule of law, with […]
National Coastal Mission Scheme
Context: Recently, the Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change informed the Lok Sabha about the National Coastal Scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions National Coastal Mission Scheme: Key Components: Implementation: The scheme is implemented by State Governments of Coastal States and UT Administrations, ensuring localized and effective management and execution […]
About Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar
Context: The Indian government has introduced the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) awards for the year 2024, establishing a new precedent in acknowledging scientific contributions. This initiative marks a transformative step in the country’s strategy towards celebrating scientific achievements. The inaugural presentation of these awards is scheduled for August 23rd, coinciding with India’s first National Space […]
About Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
Context: The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) is being implemented successfully across the country since 2016. The Government has made several interventions for ensuring better transparency, accountability, timely payment of claims to the farmers and to make the scheme more farmer friendly, as a result of which the area and farmers covered under the […]
Mahila Samman Savings Certificate Scheme
Context: The Centre is unlikely to extend the Mahila Samman Savings Certificate scheme that was made available for two years beyond its March 2025 deadline, according to official sources. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Overview of the Mahila Samman Savings Certificate (MSSC) Scheme Features of the MSSC Scheme -Source: Business Standard