1. A dignified peaceful passing is everyone’s right Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● The article provides a comparison between the end-of-life experiences of Ronald Reagan and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, highlighting the contrasting approaches to death in Western countries and India. ● It discusses the prevalence of advanced medical directives, ethical concerns…
1. Unemployment vs wages Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to development and employment. Context: Recent rhetoric comparing unemployment rates between India and Pakistan has sparked debate, highlighting deeper issues within India’s labour market. This analysis delves into the validity of these claims and the broader context of India’s employment landscape. What is Unemployment?…
RBI Assistant Salary 2024 – The starting salary for RBI (Reserve Bank of India) Assistant posts in India may be ₹ 36,091 to ₹ 51,531 within the month. This includes ₹27180 basic income, ₹ 14311 (50% of primary profits) dearness allowance, ₹ 4142 house rent allowance (15% of metro towns simple earnings), and different allowances…
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Q1) Ambitious economic reforms are understandably contentious, inherently challenging, and seldom flawless, yet undeniably essential. In this perspective, analyze the reasons for the success of 1991 economic reforms and discuss the challenges in implementing economic reforms today. (250 Words/15 Marks) The 1991 economic reforms refer to the landmark changes in the industrial and external trade policies of…
1. SC to urgently hear petitions on Uttarakhand forest fires (Source – The Hindu, Section – News, Page – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context: ● The Supreme Court has agreed to urgently hear petitions regarding Uttarakhand forest fires, with petitioners alleging 90% are…
1. A half-hearted climate change verdict Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context: ● In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India extends constitutional rights to include protection from climate change impacts, offering hope amidst global inaction. ● The potential of this Supreme Court judgement…
1. ECI directs responsible and ethical use of social media platforms by political parties and their representatives Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context ● The Election Commission of India instructs political parties to responsibly use social media in elections, warning against misinformation and deep fakes. ● Parties must remove offensive content within three hours from…
1. DON’T DEMONISE THE JAB Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context: The recent admission by AstraZeneca regarding the rare side effect of its Covid-19 vaccine, Covishield, has sparked discussions and concerns on social media and mainstream channels. This analysis delves into the implications of this admission, the rarity…
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