Search and Seizure of Devices and Freedom of Speech
Context: The recent directive from the Supreme Court instructing the Union government to establish guidelines for safeguarding the interests of media professionals regarding the confiscation of their digital devices is a crucial initial measure. Relevance: GS-2 Mains Question: “Unfettered powers to seize devices threaten freedom of speech.” Analyse in the context of seizure of digital […]
Electoral Trusts Scheme
Context: The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on the challenge to the central government’s Electoral Bonds Scheme. This scheme, introduced in 2018, is under scrutiny, and the court is examining the issues raised in connection with electoral funding. Before the Electoral Bonds Scheme, the Electoral Trusts Scheme was introduced in 2013. Relevance: GS II: […]
Local Products Can Boost Exports
Context: Geographical location plays a crucial role in ensuring competitive trade, a vital factor for overall economic growth. Regrettably, policymakers have not prioritized overcoming geographical challenges and regional disparities, necessitating a shift towards developing each district in such states as an export hub for balanced economic growth. Relevance: Mains Question: Geographical location plays a crucial […]
Legal Literacy and legal Awareness Program (LLLAP)
Context: Legal Literacy and Legal Awareness Program (LLLAP) of the Department of Justice reaches more than 6 lakh people through 14 implementing agencies under the DISHA scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Legal Literacy and Legal Awareness Program Initiation and Focus: Aim and Duration: Objectives:
Composite Water Management Index (CWMI)
Context: NITI Aayog has reportedly designated the ‘Composite Water Management Index’ reports for 2018-19 and 2019-20 as for “internal use” after publicly releasing previous editions. The reports, first introduced in 2018, evaluate state progress in water management by considering 28 parameters, shedding light on India’s water challenges and ranking states accordingly. Relevance: GS II: Government […]
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has discussed the technical challenges in the implementation of the Aquaculture Crop Insurance scheme for Shrimp and Fish farming under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) scheme. Relevance: GS II- Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana […]
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana
Context: PM Modi has announced an extension of the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) free ration scheme for another five years. The scheme was to end in December 2023. Relevance: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana: Eligibility What are NFSA beneficiaries entitled […]
Tribal Youth Exchange Programme
Context: Recently, a youth delegation from Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh who are attending the Tribal Youth Exchange Programme (TYEP) called on the President of India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions About the Tribal Youth Exchange Programme: The Tribal Youth Exchange Programme is organized by Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan with support from the Ministry […]
About The Universal Basic Income
Context: Recently, the positive outcome Universal Basic Income (UBI), can have on individuals and families has been highlighted through the WorkFREE pilot project, started in 2022 in Telangana. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Universal Basic Income (UBI): Universal Basic Income (UBI) is a social welfare proposal that entails providing all […]
3rd International Convention on Sustainable Trade and Standards (ICSTS)
Context: The Quality Council of India (QCI), an autonomous organization of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry hosted the 3rd International Convention on Sustainable Trade and Standards (ICSTS) in New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Inerventions Dimensions of the Article: Event Organization and Purpose: Key Highlights: Quality Council […]