About GoI-UNSDC Framework
Focus: GS II: International Relations Why in News? Recently, NITI Aayog and the United Nations in India signed the Government of India – United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2023-2027. GoI-UNSDC Framework Strategic Pillars: The framework is built on four strategic pillars that are derived from the 2030 Agenda: Outcome Areas: Within these strategic pillars, […]
Gender Social Norms Index
Context: Recently, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) released the Gender Social Norms Index (GSNI) 2023. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Gender Social Norms Index (GSNI) Key Findings of GSNI 2023: -Source: Down To Earth
SIPRI Findings on Nuclear Arsenals
Context: Recently, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Yearbook 2023 revealed that China could potentially have as many Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs) as U.S. or Russia by the end of the decade. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: SIPRI Findings on Nuclear Arsenals Global Nuclear Arsenals: Dominance of Russia and U.S.: Arms Control Concerns: […]
About Hiroshima AI Process
Context: Recently, in the annual Group of Seven (G7) Summit the G7 Hiroshima Leaders’ Communiqué initiated the Hiroshima AI Process (HAP). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Hiroshima AI Process The Hiroshima AI Process (HAP) is an initiative designed to foster international discussions and collaboration on the governance and interoperability of […]
About SAI20 Summit
Focus: GS II: International Relations Why in News? The SAI20 Summit under India’s G20 Presidency began in Goa, led by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India. Key Points: SAI20 Priority Areas: Cooperation and Capacity Building: Establishment of a Center of Excellence: Compendiums on Blue Economy and Responsible AI: Challenges and Role of SAIs: […]
About New Development Bank
Context: Honduras President recently requested the country’s admission to the BRICS-led New Development Bank (NDB). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About New development bank: Governance Structure of NDB: Board of Governors: Voting Power: Share Retention: Management: Objectives: Source: The Print
United States to Rejoin UNESCO
Context: UN cultural and scientific agency UNESCO announced that the United States plans to rejoin — and pay more than $600 million in back dues. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Why did the US Decide to Rejoin UNESCO? Background on US Departure from UNESCO: Reasons for US Departure: About UNESCO Objectives […]
Global Slavery Index 2023
Context: According to the recently published ‘Global Slavery Index 2023’ by the Walk Free Foundation, there has been a significant rise in the global prevalence of modern slavery. The report reveals that the number of individuals living in these exploitative conditions has reached 50 million, marking a concerning increase of 25% over the past five years. […]
A Soft Power Tool: Buddhism
Context: Relevance: GS Paper 2: Intrernatinal relations-Soft Diplomacy Mains Question Analyse the importance of Buddhist tourism in India and its potential to strengthen the soft power of the nation. Talk about the steps that can be taken to advance and publicise the Buddhist Circuit Project. (250 Words) What is diplomatic soft power? Utilization of Buddha […]
About Kakhovka Dam
Context: Floodwaters were released throughout the conflict area after a massive Soviet-era dam – Kakhovka Dam – on the Dnipro River that separates Russian and Ukrainian forces in southern Ukraine was breached. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: The Kakhovka Dam What Happened to the Kakhovka Dam? Impact of the Dam Collapse: […]