Engaged communities are key to ending TB
Despite being preventable and treatable, tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health challenge, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities and requiring a community-driven approach for effective eradication. Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues , Health) Global TB Burden The Role of Community Engagement Addressing TB-Related Stigma Challenges in Community Engagement Successful Community-Driven Models The Way Forward: Rethinking TB Care
A regional divide in blue-collar worker migration from India
Context : Declining Migration from Southern & Western States: Relevance : GS 2(Social Justice) Changing Remittance Patterns: Migration Trends & Economic Implications: Policy & Governance Concerns:
What factors influence women’s political participation?
Context : Increasing Women’s Voter Turnout Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues ,Elections ) Role of Welfare Schemes in Shaping Women’s Voting Behavior Women’s Political Participation Beyond Voting Factors Influencing Women’s Increased Voter Turnout Intersectionality: Caste, Class, and Regional Variations Key Takeaways
Eliminating elitism in mental health
Context & Key Developments Relevance : GS 2(Social Justice) Challenges in Existing Labour Codes Occupational Safety, Health, and Working Conditions Code (OSHWC), 2020 Code on Social Security (CSC), 2020 Corporate Initiatives vs. Government Programs Way Forward Legislative Reforms Workplace Mental Health Integration Awareness & Accessibility Conclusion A mental health-inclusive framework is essential to bridge the gap between […]
Women’s groups seek Budget that will boost inclusive workforce
Focus on Female Workforce Participation: Relevance : GS 2(Social Justice) ,GS 3(Economic Development) Praise for Increased Gender Budget: Addressing Unique Needs of Women: Call for Better Support Infrastructure: Female Labour Force Participation Rate: Quality of Jobs for Women: Optimism for Policy Changes:
Is poverty being underestimated in India?
Poverty Definition: Relevance : GS 2 (Social Issues) Debate on Poverty Decline: Concerns with HCES Data: Rural vs Urban Poverty: Upward Revision of Poverty Line: Multidimensional Poverty Index Criticisms: Conclusion:
Drought, debt, and death in Maharashtra
Context : High Farmer Suicides: In 2024, over 800 farmer suicides were recorded in Maharashtra’s Marathwada region alone, with districts like Nanded, Beed, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar witnessing the highest number. Relevance: GS 2(Social Justice) , GS 3(Agriculture)
What did the ILO report state about international migrants?
Global Presence of International Migrants (IMs) in 2022 Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues) Age and Gender Distribution Sectoral Distribution of IMs Factors Behind Higher Male Migration Top Host Countries for IMWs Key Drivers of IM Growth
Does Blood Money have a legal standing?
What is ‘Blood Money’? Relevance: GS 2(Social Issues) Application in Islamic Nations: ‘Blood Money’ vs. ‘Plea Bargaining’ in India: Impact of ‘Blood Money’ in Islamic and Global Context: ‘Blood Money’ in India: Contemporary Legal Perspectives: Conclusion:
National Food Security Act Still Driven by Figures From 2011 Census
Background: The Supreme Court of India noted that the NFSA relies on outdated 2011 Census data, affecting food grain distribution, especially for migrant workers post-pandemic. Relevance: GS 2( Social Justice, welfare scheme)