National Multidimensional Poverty Index
Context: According to the ‘National Multidimensional Poverty Index: A Progress Review 2023, India has registered a significant decline of 9.89 percentage points in the number of multidimensionally poor, from 24.85% in 2015-16 to 14.96% in 2019-2021. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings on Multidimensional Poverty: Decline in Poverty: States with […]
What are Non Fungible Tokens?
Context: NFTs are gaining massive popularity now because they are becoming an increasingly popular way to showcase and sell digital artwork. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy (Money and Banking) Dimensions of the Article: What are Non fungible tokens( NFTs)? Who can buy NFTs? How do NFTs work? Difference between NFT and cryptocurrency NFTs and cryptocurrencies […]
Social Trailblazer Programme & Social Entrepreneurship
Context: The Union Minister of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, while addressing a Social Enterprise Conclave organized by Institute of Rural Management, Anand (IRMA) in partnership with LIC Housing Finance Limited has launched the 2nd edition of the Social Trailblazer Program, aiming to boost the Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem in India. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Social Trailblazer Programme: Objectives: […]
About E-Way Bill
Context: The GST Council meeting recently gave sanction to issue the order making e-way bill mandatory for intra-state transportation of gold, gold jewellery and precious stones. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About E-Way Bill: Key Features: Implementation and Exclusions: Who Should Generate an E-Way Bill? -Source: Indian Express
Delhi HC Upholds Revocation of PepsiCo India’s IPR for Potato Variety (FL 2027)
Context: The Delhi High Court recently upheld the decision made by made by Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority (PPVFRA) regarding the revocation of PepsiCo India’s intellectual property protection for a potato variety (FL 2027). Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: FL 2027 Potato Variety Case The FL 2027 potato variety case revolves around PepsiCo’s application for […]
Global Multidimensional Poverty Index
Context: Recently, the Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) 2023 has been released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI). Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development) Dimensions of the article: What is multidimensional poverty? Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) The Alkire-Foster ‘counting method’ Positives and Criticism Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) Parameters […]
GST Council: 28% Tax on Online Gaming, Casinos and Horse-Racing
Context: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, in its 50th meeting, decided to levy a uniform 28% tax on full face value for online gaming, casinos and horse-racing, while reducing the rate for uncooked/ unfried snack pellets, cancer medicine and imitation zari thread. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About GST […]
Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs)
Context: India’s electric mobility plan is largely focussed on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) replacing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, with Li-ion seen as the most viable battery option for now. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Electric Vehicles (EVs): Origin and Increasing Scope in India: Types of EVs: EV Sales in India: […]
GSTN Made the Geocoding Functionality Live
Context: Recently, the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) made the geocoding functionality live for all states and union territories. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About Geocoding: About Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN): -Source: Indian Express
About The SCORES Platform
Context: A total of 3,079 complaints against companies and market intermediaries have been disposed of through the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) SCORES platform recently. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About SCORES Platform: Scope of Complaints: Entities Handled by SEBI: Types of Complaints Not Covered by SCORES Portal: Securities […]