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Why have ‘Madrasas’ been in the spotlight in Uttar Pradesh? | Explained

Why in the news?  Recently the three-judge Supreme Court Bench stayed a ruling of the Allahabad High Court on the U.P. Board of Madrasa Education Act 2004 calling it an infringement of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed under the Constitution. Earlier, the HC had dubbed the U.P. Board of Madrasa Education Act “Unconstitutional” and asked for… Continue reading Why have ‘Madrasas’ been in the spotlight in Uttar Pradesh? | Explained

What is Consumer Confidence Survey?

Why in the news? The latest Consumer Confidence Survey conducted by the Reserve Bank of India in March 2024 reveals a significant boost in consumer confidence, particularly regarding future expectations. It says consumer confidence has hit highest level in nearly 5 years. What is Consumer Confidence Survey (CCS)? The RBI conducts a bi-monthly Consumer Confidence… Continue reading What is Consumer Confidence Survey?

Insights from History: Coalition Governments in Colonial India

Why in the news? Prime Minister recently suggested a link between the Congress manifesto and the Muslim League (which is responsible for the Partition of India), prompting a political debate. In rebuttal, critics reminded of a coalition governments formed by Hindu Mahasabha in Bengal, Sindh, and North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) in the 1940s with the… Continue reading Insights from History: Coalition Governments in Colonial India

VVPAT Verification in Elections

Why in the news? The Supreme Court has decided to address petitions advocating for a comprehensive verification of Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips in upcoming general elections. What are VVPATs? VVPAT machines, attached to Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), print a slip showing the voter’s choice, allowing voters to verify their vote for 7… Continue reading VVPAT Verification in Elections

In news: Gape Limitation

This newscard is an excerpt from the original article published in TH. What is Gape Limitation? In ecology, the concept of ‘gape limitation’ sheds light on a simple yet crucial idea: predators can only eat prey that fit into their mouths. It dictates the range of prey accessible to predators, influencing the dynamics of ecological… Continue reading In news: Gape Limitation

Next government must urgently fix ‘unnecessarily complex’, counter-productive GST: 13th Finance Commission chair

Why in the news?  Recently Vijay Kelkar (chaired 13th Finance Commission) attributes frauds in Indirect Tax regimes to high GST rates; Moots switched to a single 12% rate like most other countries. Reason behind the need for a Single GST rate: Simplification of the structure: A single GST rate would simplify the structure, making it… Continue reading Next government must urgently fix ‘unnecessarily complex’, counter-productive GST: 13th Finance Commission chair

In news: Total Solar Eclipse

Why in the news? A rare Total Solar Eclipse will be visible across North America on April 8. What are Eclipses? Eclipses are astronomical events that occur when the sun, moon, and Earth align in specific ways. There are two primary types of eclipses: solar and lunar. A solar eclipse happens when the moon comes… Continue reading In news: Total Solar Eclipse

AgniKul ‘Agnibaan SOrTeD’ Mission

Why in the news? For the second time, the launch of AgniKul ‘Agnibaan SOrTeD’ has been postponed. The IIT Madras-based Agnikul Cosmos was to test-fire an Agnibaan rocket with 3D-printed engine, aiming for suborbital flight trajectory control. What is Agnibaan SOrTeD (Suborbital Tech Demonstrator)? Agnibaan SOrTeD is a single-stage launch vehicle powered by Agnikul’s patented… Continue reading AgniKul ‘Agnibaan SOrTeD’ Mission

What is Project Akashteer?

Why in the news? The Indian Army’s Corps of Army Air Defense has initiated the induction of control and reporting systems under ‘Project Akashteer’ to bolster its air defense capabilities. About Project Akashteer The Akashteer Project is an initiative designed to automate air defence control and reporting processes by digitising the entire process. It is… Continue reading What is Project Akashteer?

[8 April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Shaping India’s path to inclusive Health Care

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q) Public health system has limitation in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest? (UPSC CSE 2015) Q) The increase in life expectancy in the country has led to newer health challenges in the community. What are those… Continue reading [8 April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Shaping India’s path to inclusive Health Care

[6 April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Parliaments past, a mirror to changing dynamics

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q. The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law, which was legislated but with a different intention? (UPSC CSE 2013)Q. To what extent,… Continue reading [6 April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Parliaments past, a mirror to changing dynamics

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