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Crime, health-worker safety, and a self-examination

Why in the News? The recent brutal rape and murder case in Kolkata has sparked widespread calls for the death penalty for the accused. The Justice J.S. Verma Committee, formed in response to the 2012 Delhi gang rape, recommended against the death penalty for rape, even in the rarest of rare cases, arguing that it… Continue reading

Many questions about ‘one nation, one election’

Why in the News? In an Independence Day speech, the Prime Minister renewed his push for simultaneous elections, targeting implementation by the 2029 polls. Pros and Cons of Simultaneous Elections in India: Pros Cons Cost Reduction: It can decrease the deployment of resources such as EVMs, security personnel, and election management teams to only one… Continue reading

What is a Polygraph Test?

Why in the News? The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) concluded polygraph tests on the accused in the Kolkata Rape and Murder Case. About Polygraph Tests in India Details Definition A procedure measures physiological responses like blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and skin conductivity while a subject answers questions to detect deception. Physiological Indicators • Heart… Continue reading

MUDRA 2.0 Loans

Why in the News? The Union Budget 2024 has sought to increase the loan limit under the MUDRA scheme signifying the potential launch of MUDRA 2.0. What is MUDRA 1.0? Details Launch Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) Launched in 2015. Purpose To extend affordable credit to micro and small enterprises, bringing them into the formal… Continue reading

What was the Great Moon Hoax of 1835?

Why in the News? The Great Moon Hoax of 1835 is a series of fabricated news reports published by The New York Sun, an American newspaper, claiming that life had been discovered on the moon. What is the Great Moon Hoax of 1835? The Great Moon Hoax was a series of newspaper articles falsely claiming… Continue reading

Simple Medical Tools of an OPD Visit

Why in the News? These medical tools—thermometers, stethoscopes, weighing scales, and sphygmomanometers—are essential for diagnosing and monitoring basic health parameters. Each tool has its own function and specific way of operation, which helps healthcare professionals make informed decisions about patient care. Here is the list of tools used in a Doctor’s Diagnosis: Function Description and… Continue reading

[27th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The heavy shackles of fear and vigilance

PYQ Relevance: Q Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of a large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities. (UPSC IAS/2020)Q What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and… Continue reading

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Register for the free masterclass on ‘Current Affairs For UPSC 2025’ on 29th August 2024 at 7 PM We’re excited to invite you to a transformative webinar that not only covers the ‘what‘ but also the ‘how‘ of mastering current affairs for 2025. Here’s why you should join: Engage with Higher-Order Thinking This webinar is designed… Continue reading

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Frequent mass wasting in Tibet a cause for worry in India

Why in the News? A recent study on frequent mass wasting in Sedongpu Gully and rapid warming raises concerns for India’s Northeast region. About Sedongpu Gully: The Sedongpu gully (29°47′7.20′′N, 94°55′24′′E) is in the large bend region of the Yarlung Tsangpo River, located in the southeastern Tibetan Plateau. Debris flows have occurred in two adjacent… Continue reading

Investing in persons with disabilities

Why in the News? The recent film Srikanth depicts industrialist Srikanth Bolla’s triumph over visual impairment. It highlights societal stigma, marginalization, and the lack of support for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Status of Education and Jobs for PwD’s in India: Limited Employment Opportunities: A 2023 report indicates that only five out of 50 Nifty 50… Continue reading

Tackling the frictions in cross-border payments

Why in the News? Despite being worth $181.9 trillion in 2022, cross-border payments still have inefficiencies prompting the G-20 to focus on improving them for economic growth. Present Status of the Global Cross-Border Payments Market The cross-border payments market was valued at approximately $181.9 trillion in 2022 and is projected to reach $356.5 trillion by… Continue reading

What is the Unified Pension Scheme?

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for 23 lakh central government employees. About Unified Pension Scheme (UPS): Explanation Implementation Date Effective from April 1, 2025. Eligibility Central government employees with at least 10 years of service. Assured Pension 50% of average basic pay over the last 12 months… Continue reading

Classical Language Centres ask for autonomy

Why in the News? Classical Language Centres in India are seeking more autonomy to improve their effectiveness and address operational challenges. Classical Language Centres in India India has designated 6 languages as classical: Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia. Special centres have been established to promote these languages. Only the Centre for Tamil functions… Continue reading

Justice J.S. Verma Committee and Its Recommendations

What is Sonoluminescence?

Why in the News? Recent studies have provided deeper insights into the mechanics of Sonoluminescence, particularly the conditions under which light is emitted from collapsing bubbles in liquids. What is Sonoluminescence? Sonoluminescence is a phenomenon in which small gas bubbles in a liquid emit short bursts of light when exposed to intense sound waves. The… Continue reading

[26th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Reality of reel life, exploitation as a structural problem

PYQ Relevance:Q Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of a large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities. (UPSC IAS/2020)Q What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and space?… Continue reading

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[24th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The annual accusation of board exam mark inflation

PYQ Relevance: Q The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of technical and higher education in the country? Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2015) Q Professor Amartya Sen has advocated important reforms in the realms… Continue reading

How to ensure dignity for the terminally ill?

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India denied permission to the parents of Harish Rana, a 32-year-old man in a vegetative state for 11 years, to remove his Ryles tube which is a device used for feeding. A Ryles tube, also known as a nasogastric (NG) tube, is a medical device used for… Continue reading

Time to reset the GST system

Why in the News? Most states appear to be opposed to altering the current five primary GST rate slabs: 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. About Goods and Service Tax (GST): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India was introduced by the Constitutional (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act of 2017. It is a… Continue reading

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