The Hindu Editorial 6-December-2023 1. Major world economies seem unwilling to move away from fossil fuel Topic: GS3 – climate action. Global Climate Goals: The current boundary for discussions on global climate is set at 1.5°C, representing the average increase in global temperatures since pre-industrial times. The ongoing climate summit in Dubai aims to cap…
The Hindu Editorial 5-December-2023 1. A dark shadow on New Delhi’s credibility. Topic: GS2 – International relations Introduction: Recent U.S. Department of Justice indictment against an Indian national for targeting Khalistani separatists raises questions about New Delhi’s credibility. Balancing covert operations and public diplomacy becomes crucial to maintaining international trust. Challenges in Other Friendly Countries:…
The Hindu Editorial 4-December-2023 1. India, disability inclusion and the power of ‘by’. Topic: GS3. Global Scenario of Disability: Approximately 1.3 billion people worldwide live with some form of disability, equivalent to the entire population of India. 80% of people with disabilities reside in developing countries, and 70% of them live in rural areas. Challenges…
The Hindu Editorial 2-December-2023 1. Improving the capability of the Indian state. Topic: GS2 – Indian polity. Challenges of Indian State Size: Paradox of Size: India’s bureaucratic processes are cumbersome, making it difficult to set up businesses or build houses due to a thicket of licenses, permits, and clearances. Weberian State Size: India’s state is…
The Hindu Editorial 1-December-2023 1. Broadcast regulation 3.0, commissions and omissions. Topic: GS2 – Indian polity. Introduction: Vibodh Parthasarathi, media policy professor at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, analyzes the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill released in November 2023 by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB). Historical Context: The bill is part of a series…