National Mission for Manuscript
Context: Recently the Ministry of Culture and Tourism shed light on the achievements made in the National Mission for Manuscripts and National Culture Fund. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: National Mission for Manuscripts National Culture Fund (NCF) What is a Manuscript? -Source: The Hindu
Supreme Court Expands State Tax Powers Over Alcohol
Context: A nine-judge bench of the Supreme Court of India has made a significant ruling in an 8:1 decision, allowing states the authority to tax not only alcoholic beverages but also ‘industrial’ alcohol. This decision broadens the fiscal powers of states, marking a considerable shift in both taxation practices and the principles of federalism in […]
About Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN)
Context: The Indian Government recently announced an extension of the regional air connectivity scheme UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) for another 10 years. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions About Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN): Nodal: Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) Objective: UDAN 1.0 UDAN 2.0 UDAN 3.0 Key Features of […]
About The Mission Mausam
Context: Mission Mausam, launched by the government last month, aims to not just improve weather forecasting in the country but also ‘manage’ certain weather events, and on demand, enhance or suppress rainfall, hail, fog and, later, lightning strikes. For effective weather modification, one of the most important areas is cloud physics, in which India will have […]
The Manipur Crisis
Context: The recent violence in Manipur demands greater efforts towards the restoration of peace and stability. Amid growing violence, there is a significant call for the invocation of Article 355, which allows the Union government to intervene to protect states from internal disturbances. Article 355: It shall be the duty of the Union to protect every State […]
About PM-YASASVI Scheme
Context: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has implemented the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI). Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions About PM-YASASVI Scheme:
Andhra Pradesh’s New Incentive for Larger Families
Context: In response to a declining young population in Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to introduce legislation incentivizing families to have more children. This initiative aims to counteract the state’s fertility rates, which have fallen below the replacement level, potentially leading to significant long-term demographic challenges. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies […]
About The Hand-in-Hand Initiative
Context: Recently, the Food And Agricultural Organisation (FAO) Director-General opens the third Hand-in-Hand Investment Forum Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Hand-in-Hand Initiative Introduction to the Initiative Goals and Objectives Membership and Reach About the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) Foundation and Purpose Membership and Structure -Source: Financial Express
Employees Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme
Context: The Centre has decided to extend providing benefits of Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) Scheme to all subscribers of Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation and their family members till further notice. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Employees Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) Scheme Introduction to EDLI Coverage and Integration Benefits and Features Contributions and […]
About National Pharmaceuticals Pricing Authority
Context: Recently, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has approved a 50% increase in the ceiling prices of eleven scheduled formulations of eight drugs under the Drugs Prices Control Order, 2013. These drugs are indicated for the treatment of conditions such as Asthma, Glaucoma, Thalassemia, Tuberculosis, and mental health disorders. Relevance: GS II- Government Policies and Intervention, Health About National Pharmaceuticals Pricing Authority Functions of NPPA: Drugs (Prices […]