Supreme Court Mandates School Safety Guidelines Implementation
Context: The Supreme Court has recently mandated the implementation of the Centre’s 2021 Guidelines on School Safety and Security across all schools. This directive follows an unfortunate incident involving the sexual assault of two schoolgirls in Badlapur, Maharashtra. Additionally, the Supreme Court has tasked the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) with overseeing […]
About New India Literacy Programme
Context: In order to push for adult literacy under the New India Literacy Programme (NILP), the Union Ministry of Education (MoE) has defined “literacy” and what it means to achieve “full literacy” in a letter to all States. Relevance: GS II- Education Dimensions of the Article: Literacy under NILP About New India Literacy Programme Objectives […]
Global Migration and Religious Influence
Context: A recent report by the Pew Research Center, titled “The Religious Composition of the World’s Migrants,” draws from United Nations data and 270 censuses and surveys to analyze migration trends. The findings reveal that in 2020, over 280 million people, accounting for 3.6% of the global population, were classified as international migrants. The study […]
About New India Literacy Programme
Context: In order to push for adult literacy under the New India Literacy Programme (NILP), the Union Ministry of Education (MoE) has defined “literacy” and what it means to achieve “full literacy” in a letter to all States. Relevance: GS II- Education Dimensions of the Article: About New India Literacy Programme Objectives of the scheme […]
Laissez-Faire Approach to Content Hosting
Context: Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, is a tech entrepreneur who has championed absolute free speech on his platform, cultivating an anti-establishment image by allowing dissidents to use the messaging app, even at the risk of antagonizing governments. His recent detention and arrest by French authorities, as part of investigations into criminal […]
About NIRMAN Portal
Context: Union Minister for Coal and Mines launched the portal “Noble Initiative for Rewarding Mains Aspirants of National Civil Services Examination (NIRMAN)” in New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: Education About NIRMAN: This CSR scheme by Coal India Limited aligns with the vision of “Mission Karmayogi” set forth by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It aims to […]
Public Examinations Prevention Of Unfair Means Act 2024
Context: Public Examinations (Prevention Of Unfair Means) Act aims to prevent unfair means in the public examinations system. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre Coordinator Public Examination Which Exams Are Covered by the Law? Use of Unfair Means What Constitutes the Use […]
Demographic Shifts in India’s Religious Composition
Context: A recent analysis by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (PM-EAC) reveals that between 1950 and 2015, the percentage of Hindus in India has decreased by 7.82%. Conversely, the percentages of Muslims, Christians, and Sikhs have shown an upward trend during the same period, highlighting significant demographic shifts in India’s religious composition […]
Understanding Bridge Fuel
Context: Natural gas has been called a ‘bridge fuel’ for countries looking to transition away from coal and oil dependency, and as they pursue a pathway towards renewables and electrification. Relevance: GS III: Energy Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Bridge Fuel Definition: Debate and Considerations: Key Aspects of Natural Gas Nature and Composition: Formation Process: […]
Measuring Internet Freedom in India in the Last 10 Years
Context: Over the past five years, India has consistently ranked first globally for imposing internet bans, accounting for approximately 60% of all recorded blackouts worldwide between 2016 and 2022. State-initiated shutdowns in the last decade have typically cited reasons of national security and concerns over public order. However, rights organizations argue that these shutdowns often contravene […]