Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay: His Ideals and Contemporary Relevance Context: The Prime Minister paid tributes to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay at Deendayal Upadhyay National Memorial at Dhanakya in Jaipur. About: Upadhyay was born in 1916 in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. He was a prominent Indian politician from the […]
Expertise, Equity, and the Cauvery Water Dispute Context: The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the Cauvery Water Management Authority’s (CWMA) directive for Karnataka to release 5,000 cubic feet of water per second to Tamil Nadu has drawn attention to the role of experts in resolving […]
The Census: People count Context: The Census is more than just a headcount; it’s the foundation for planning and development. India has conducted this critical population assessment every decade since 1881. However, the 2020 Census, meant for 2021, was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Taking a giant leap for a new ethics in outer space Introduction: The innate human drive to excel and conquer is a fundamental aspect of our existence. This spirit of competition is deeply ingrained in our survival instincts. Simultaneously, the aspiration to establish one’s dominance, […]
Adopt a Heritage 2.0 programme Context: The Archaeological Survey of India’s “Adopt a Heritage 2.0 programme” Indian Heritage app and e-Permission portal launched. Relevance: GS-01, GS-02 (Government policies and Interventions, Indian Heritage and Culture) About: The “Adopt a Heritage 2.0 Scheme” is aimed at inviting […]
Rainfall Dynamics and Agricultural Resilience: Understanding the Role of Irrigation in India’s Crop Production Context: Recent reports and experts are raising concerns about India’s exceptionally dry August, which could be the driest in a century. Data reveals a 7% deficit in cumulative monsoon rainfall compared […]
Climate Anomalies and Development Challenges in Northern India Context: In a year marked by the El Niño phenomenon, the anticipation leaned towards a weak monsoon season in northern India. However, the month of July witnessed unprecedented rainfall across Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand, with the […]
Gaps in Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Act Context: Recently, a significant development has taken place, where the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023, has received parliamentary approval and the President’s assent. This marks the first amendment to the act since its inception. […]
A brief history of India’s present Context: The perplexing occurrence of communal clashes within India have been an enduring issue in the country’s history. A comprehensive analysis of these clashes reveals the underlying intricacies, shedding light on factors like historical continuities, selective law enforcement, and […]
Upholding Justice Amidst Clashes and Demolitions Context: The recent clashes between Hindu and Muslim communities in the districts of Gurugram and Nuh, Haryana, have sparked concerns about the administration’s ability to restore law and order and maintain peace. The clashes have led to loss of […]