Raj Bhavan’s Extra-Constitutional Delusions
Context The article critically examines the Governor’s powers and limitations in light of recent actions by the Governor’s office that have garnered national attention for all the wrong reasons. Relevance GS Paper 2: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure. Mains Question Any office that […]
Anti-Superstition laws in India
Context: The brutal murders of two women as part of “ritualistic human sacrifices” in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala have left the country in shock. Chilling details of the killings have sparked a debate about the prevalence of superstitious beliefs, black magic and sorcery in Kerala. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the […]
Fiscal Space To Increase Capital Spending
Context According to a study by ratings firm ICRA, 13 major states have a massive fiscal space of Rs 7.4 lakh crore for capital spending in the current fiscal, which is 81% higher than the previous fiscal. These may also be eligible for the Centre’s interest-free loan for 50 years to invest in capacity expansion […]
Immediate Action Against Hate Speech
Context: Recently, The Supreme Court said it is “tragic what we have reduced religion to” in the 21st century and a “climate of hate prevails in the country”, while directing the police and authorities to immediately and suo motu register cases against hate speech makers without waiting for a complaint to be filed. The court […]
Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat
Focus: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Why in News? Recently, Government of India has announced a month-long programme named the ‘Kashi-Tamil Sangamam’ “to strengthen” and “rekindle” the cultural and civilisational bond between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi. This programme would be a part of the Ek Bharat Sreshtha Bharat initiative. About Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” […]
Jal Jeevan Mission In India
Focus: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Why in News? The Vice President described “quality, quantity and continuity” as the core principles for the success of Jal Jeevan Mission and called for ensuring a strong and credible accountability mechanism in implementation of this people centric program. About Jal Jeevan Mission: Nodal: Ministry of Jal Shakti Jal […]
Swadesh Darshan Scheme
Context Centre to promote destinations in 15 States as part of Swadesh Darshan 2. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Swadesh Darshan scheme Swadesh Darshan Scheme 2.0 About Swadesh Darshan scheme: Nodal: Ministry of Tourism Features of Swadesh Darshan Scheme: Swadesh Darshan scheme is one of the flagship scheme of […]
What Prompted The United Kingdom’s Economic Crisis?
Context British Prime Minister Liz Truss recently fired Chancellor of the Exchequer Kwasi Kwarteng and scrapped parts of their economic package. The economic package was announced to combat rising inflation and calm market turbulence. Relevance GS Paper 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries Mains Question What is the current UK […]
Draft Indian Telecommunication Bill 2022
Context: In a bid to do away with British-era laws governing the telecom sector, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued the draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About draft Telecommunication Bill What are some of the key amendments to existing telecom laws? Address issues being […]
PM Kisan Samman Sammelan 2022
Focus: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? Prime Minister will inaugurate the two-day event “PM Kisan Samman Sammelan 2022” at Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. Key Points The event brings together more than 13,500 farmers from across the country and around 1500 Agri Startups. More than 1 crore farmers, from various […]