1. SC Examines Applicability of POSH Act to Political Parties, Directs Petitioner to Approach ECI (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 14) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context: The Supreme Court, on December 9, 2023, addressed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the application of the POSH Act, 2013, to political parties. The Court instructed…
Q1) What is the utility of committees in the conduct of parliamentary business? Discuss, in this context, the role of the Ethics Committee. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS: Parliamentary committees are deliberative bodies. They have members drawn from Parliament to help Parliament discharge its duties. The members are elected by the House or appointed by the…
1. Steps taken by the Government to reduce Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2084188®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The article highlights India’s efforts to reduce Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) on healthcare through increased budget allocations, national health initiatives, and the expansion of healthcare infrastructure.Key government programs like Ayushman Bharat and PM-JAY…
1. Poised for a quantum leap   (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The article emphasizes the urgent need for India to invest in and prioritize frontier technologies like quantum computing and AI to secure its position in the global technological race. The Shift from Economic…
1. Trump’s return and the South Asia outlook (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Donald Trump’s anticipated return to the U.S. presidency in 2025 may bring continuity in U.S.-South Asia relations, particularly enhancing cooperation with India. His focus on countering China, while deprioritizing democracy…
1. Lok Sabha Passes Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 Amid Opposition Concerns Over Autonomy and Safety (Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: Amidst contentious debates, the Lok Sabha passed the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which seeks to repeal the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, and incorporate its provisions into the…
Q1) What do you understand by Pressure Groups? Critically analyse their role in strengthening the democratic fabric of the country in the last decade. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS: A pressure group is an organised group of people formed to shape or influence public opinion or government policies as per their interests. Pressure groups are of…
1. eCOURTS MISSION MODE PROJECT (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2083738®=3&lang=1 ) Context The eCourts Mission Mode Project integrates ICT into India’s judiciary, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accessibility. With three phases since 2011, it has introduced digital courts, e-filing, and video conferencing, transforming judicial processes nationwide. Overview of the eCourts Mission Mode Project Phase I (2011–2015): Foundation of…