Buddhist monks protest against 75-year-old law
Historical & Religious Significance Relevance : GS 1(Society , Heritage , Culture) Legal & Administrative Background Current Protests Financial Concerns Political & Legal Landscape Identity, History & Symbolism Way Forward
Why is active mobility necessary in India
What is Active Mobility? Relevance : GS 1(Society ,Urbanisation) Why is Active Mobility Crucial in India? Rising Urban Risks & Road Fatalities Urbanisation and Congestion Health Benefits Economic & Environmental Gains Policy and Legislative Initiatives in India Karnataka Active Mobility Bill, 2022 State-Level Initiatives Barriers to Active Mobility in India Infrastructure Deficiencies Socioeconomic and Cultural Challenges […]
The flawed push for a third language
Context & Policy Concerns Relevance : GS 2(Education) Surveys & Learning Outcomes Schools are failing to ensure proficiency in two languages, making a third language redundant. Cognitive & Pedagogical Challenges NEP 2020 ignores linguistic diversity and cognitive limitations. Implementation Challenges AI & Language Learning A flexible AI-based approach would be more cost-effective and inclusive. Lessons from […]
The TB crisis and women
Context : Gender Disparities in TB Burden Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues , Health ) Stigma and Discrimination Barriers to Accessing Treatment Government Initiatives and Shortcomings India’s TB Burden: The Bigger Picture The Way Forward
The barriers faced by construction workers
Sector Overview Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues) Challenges Faced by Construction Workers Proposed Solutions
Are unique electoral ID numbers being duplicated?
Background: Relevance : GS 2(Election ) What is an EPIC Card? What is ERONET? Election Commission’s Response to Allegations
What does NEP 2020 state about languages?
Background Relevance : GS 2(Education ) Medium of Instruction Findings of the 8th All India School Education Survey (AISES) Three-Language Formula Implementation Challenges Foreign Languages in NEP 2020
Closing the gender gap in the higher judiciary
Progress of Women in Law Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues , Judiciary) Inequality at the Top Disproportionate Representation in High Courts Severe Underrepresentation in the Supreme Court Barriers to Women’s Appointment in Higher Judiciary Systemic and Deep-Rooted Gender Inequality Opaque Collegium System Steps Towards Equality Transparent and Merit-Based Appointment Process Focus on Gender Diversity in Appointments
Little progress in centralising administration of Eklavya schools
Background of EMRS Centralisation Efforts Relevance : GS 2(Education ,Schemes , Social Issues) Current Status and Challenges Financial and Operational Concerns Comparison with Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) Way Forward
Why are pilots asking for more rest hours?
Delhi High Court Ruling Relevance : GS 2 (Social Issues) , GS 1(Society) Why did pilots demand more rest? Leave and Duty Structure Why did airlines oppose the relaxed rules? Airline Responses Triggering incidents & pilot concerns Future Outlook Bottom line: Pilots are seeking more rest due to excessive workloads, erratic rosters, and circadian disruption impacting safety and health. Airlines […]