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. THE DIGITAL WAY FORWARD (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The article discusses the global adoption of the UN’s Global Digital Compact (GDC) and India’s leadership in promoting Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), emphasizing the need for impact assessments to ensure inclusive and effective digital governance. Global…
The Hindu EDITORIAL 17-April-2024 1. Navigating life as a consumer with disability. Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Vulnerable Sections Understanding consumer rights for persons with disabilities is crucial for inclusive policymaking and social justice, relevant for UPSC aspirants. Context ● The article discusses the often overlooked consumer rights of persons with disabilities on World Consumer…
1. South African Researchers Inject Radioactive Material into Rhino Horns to Combat Poaching (Source: Indian Express; Section: The World) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation Context: Researchers in South Africa have begun a unique initiative to combat rhino poaching by injecting radioactive material into rhino horns. This project aims to use existing radiation detection systems…
1. Survey signals for Budget (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: India’s GDP growth for fiscal 2024 exceeded expectations at 8.2%, driven by robust tax collections and extra dividends from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Despite global risks and a subdued agricultural sector, India’s economy demonstrated…
The Hindu Editorial 13-March-2024 1. Intra-group caste variances, equality and the Court’s gaze. Topic: GS1 – Indian society – Social Empowerment GS2 – Social Justice – Vulnerable Sections, GS2 – Polity – JudiciaryThe article delves into State governments’ power to sub-classify SCs and STs, crucial for UPSC aspirants studying constitutional provisions and affirmative action. Context…