18 October 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) Examine the role of the National Commission for Women (NCW) in protecting and promoting the rights of women in India.
(150 Words/10 Marks)
1. It is time to operationalise the Indian Defence University Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Issues arising out of their design & implementation Context ● The article discusses the necessity of establishing the Indian Defence University (IDU) to enhance the country’s defence preparedness and strategic thinking. ● It highlights the historical background…
1. Government Raises Import Duties to Protect Oilseed Farmers and Boost Domestic Production (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: In recent weeks, the Narendra Modi-led government has taken significant measures to protect the interests of oilseed farmers by raising import duties on edible oils and authorizing procurement at…
1. Move on madrasas, the alienation of Muslims (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The Supreme Court’s stay on the NCPCR’s directive to halt funding for non-RTE-compliant madrasas has stirred concern among secular and minority communities. The NCPCR’s approach is viewed as…
1. How the 2004 Indian Ocean quake transformed tsunami science (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history, highlighted the vulnerability of coastal regions to massive seismic events. It spurred advancements…
1. The Bareilly case and a flawed criminal justice system Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses a controversial rape case in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, where the woman accuser was convicted of perjury after the accused was acquitted. It delves into systemic flaws in the investigation, judicial process, and undertrial…
The Hindu Editorial 27-November-2023 1. Old censorship on a new medium. Topic: GS3 – Indian polity. Uttarkashi Tunnel Collapse Incident: On November 12, 2023, an under-construction tunnel, part of the Char Dham all-weather road project in Uttarakhand, collapsed, trapping 41 workers. The Silkyara tunnel collapse, occurring about 30 km from the district headquarters, aimed to…