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Patachitra Scroll Paintings

Why in the news? Patachitra Paintings of women in Paschim Medinipur’s Pingla block in West Bengal has become popular worldwide. About Bengal Patachitra Patachitra, also spelled as Pattachitra, is a traditional form of scroll painting that originated in the eastern Indian states of Odisha and West Bengal, as well as parts of Bangladesh. The term… Continue reading Patachitra Scroll Paintings

[1 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Make EPI an ‘Essential Programme on Immunization’

Mains PYQ Relevance:  Q) Identify the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) that are related to health.Discuss the success of the actions taken by the Government for achieving the same. (UPSC  IAS/2013) Q) “Besides being a moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for sustainable development.” Analyse. (UPSC  IAS/2021) Prelims:‘Mission Indradhanush’… Continue reading [1 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Make EPI an ‘Essential Programme on Immunization’

Implementing the Street Vendors Act

Why in the News?  The Street Vendors Act was celebrated as a progressive legislation, but the law now faces numerous challenges in its implementation. The Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014: Details Introduction and Objective Introduced in Lok Sabha on 6 September 2012 by Kumari Selja, Union Minister of… Continue reading Implementing the Street Vendors Act

SEBI board approves amendment to Mutual Funds rules

Why in the news? The Securities & Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recently approved amendments to SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996, aimed at enhancing the regulatory framework for Asset Management Companies (AMCs). These amendments mandate AMCs to establish institutional mechanisms to deter potential market abuse, including front-running, following recent instances observed by the market… Continue reading SEBI board approves amendment to Mutual Funds rules

RBI’s New Guidelines for Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs)

Why in the news? The RBI has introduced updated guidelines for Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs) through a master direction, effective from April 24, 2024. What is an Asset Reconstruction Company (ARC)? Description About ARC is a special financial institution that acquires debtors from banks at a mutually agreed value and attempts to recover the debts… Continue reading RBI’s New Guidelines for Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs)

Why the Thar Desert on the borders of India and Pakistan is getting greener?

Why in the News? Rajasthan’s barren Thar Desert may turn green, says a recent study in the journal Earth’s Future. Thar Desert The Thar Desert is the 18th largest subtropical desert globally and is one of the most densely populated deserts. Approximately 40% of the human population in Rajasthan resides in the Thar Desert. It… Continue reading Why the Thar Desert on the borders of India and Pakistan is getting greener?

In news: National Human Rights Commission’s (NHRC) Accreditation 

Why in the news? The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is gearing up to defend India’s human rights processes at a critical meeting of Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) in Geneva. A decision on retaining India’s NHRC’s “A status” accreditation is imminent at this summit. About National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Details… Continue reading In news: National Human Rights Commission’s (NHRC) Accreditation 

In news: Pripyat River

Why in the news? The WWF has issued a stark warning regarding the dredging of the Pripyat River, adjacent to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster site. Concerns mount as the Pripyat River could transform into a permanent repository of radioactive substances, contaminating the water and food sources. About Pripyat River Pripyat River is a significant waterway… Continue reading In news: Pripyat River

[PREMIUM] Travelling Central Asia

Why in the news? The Central Asia region is in the spotlight since it is facing challenges with political instability, ethnic tensions, and the threat of extremism, especially after the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan. About Central Asia Central Asia, often referred to as the heart of Asia, is a vast and diverse region… Continue reading [PREMIUM] Travelling Central Asia

[27th April 2024] Sounding the gavel on Curative Jurisdiction

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q) What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution?(UPSC IAS/2016)  Q) Starting from inventing the ‘basic structure’ doctrine, the judiciary has played a highly proactive role in ensuring that India develops into a thriving… Continue reading [27th April 2024] Sounding the gavel on Curative Jurisdiction

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