Current affairs

Key Findings of FATF Report on India and Significance of the Observations

The global money laundering and terror financing watchdog Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has released the Mutual Evaluation Report for India. India has been placed in the "regular follow-up" category, which is considered favourable. Key Findings of FATF Report on...

Current Affairs 21st Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

PM Surya Ghar - Muft Bijli Yojna Context: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has introduced a ₹500-crore fund for Innovative Projects under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. This initiative aims to support advancements like blockchain-based peer-to-peer...

Editorial of the Day (20th Sep): For Liberty, By Law: Recent SC decision granting bail

Recent Supreme Court Developments Bail and Due Process Rights: In July 2023, a Supreme Court bench addressed the issue of bail under stringent laws like the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The Court ruled that prolonged trials cannot justify indefinite...

Should Children be barred from Social Media?

Challenges of Social Media Usage by Children Mental Health Impacts: There is increasing anxiety around cyberbullying, where children may experience psychological harm due to what their peers post or comment about them on social media. Additionally, studies have shown that...

Editorial of the Day (19th Sep): Refocus on the relevance of English

Context The aspiration of Indian parents for their children to speak English is widely recognized as essential for better socioeconomic opportunities. However, national education policies have historically neglected English language instruction, particularly in the context of the National Education Policy...

Current Affairs 20th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

White Revolution 2.0 Context: Recently the Union Cooperation Minister has launched the standard operating procedure for ‘White Revolution 2.0’. He stated that milk dairies will aid empowerment of women and the fight against malnutrition. About White Revolution 2.0 Aim: To...

Marital Rape, Legal Status in India and the Ongoing Debate

Marital rape refers to non-consensual sexual intercourse by a spouse with their partner. Globally, many countries have criminalized marital rape, recognizing that marriage does not automatically imply consent to sexual activity. However, India continues to grapple with the legal recognition...

Atishi Marlena new Chief Minister of Delhi, Check Delhi Cabinet Ministers

Atishi Marlena new CM of Delhi Atishi Marlena has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Delhi, following the resignation of Arvind Kejriwal on September 17, 2024. Atishi, a key member of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been...

Current Affairs 19th Sep 2024 for UPSC Prelims Exam

Marital Rape Context: Recently Chief Justice of India stated that, if the Union government did not file a response to petitions before the Supreme Court seeking the criminalisation of marital rape. It would have to present oral arguments on the...

India’s Demographic Dividend, Importance, Challenges, Reforms Required

Context India's demographic dividend offers immense potential for economic growth. However, realising this potential requires a strategic approach to address various challenges. What is Meant by Demographic Dividend? Demographic dividend refers to the economic growth that occurs when a country's...