Current Affairs 18 March 2024
CONTENTS India Abstains from UN Vote on Islamophobia Resolution Context: India abstained from voting on a UN General Assembly resolution addressing Islamophobia, citing concerns over the broader issue of “religiophobia” targeting Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and other faiths. The resolution, introduced by Pakistan and co-sponsored by China on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, prompted India’s […]
Current Affairs 16 March 2024
CONTENTS Human Development Index Context: India’s ranking on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) improved by one position in 2022 to 134 out of 193 countries ranked compared to 135 out of 191 countries in 2021.Switzerland has been ranked number one. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: The Human Development Index […]
Current Affairs 15 March 2024
CONTENTS France Enshrines Abortion Rights in Constitution Context: Recently, French lawmakers overwhelmingly approved a bill to enshrine abortion rights in France’s constitution, making it the only country to explicitly guarantee a woman’s right to voluntarily terminate a pregnancy. The approved bill amends Article 34 of the French Constitution, explicitly stating that “the law determines the […]
Current Affairs 14 March 2024
CONTENTS Financial Thresholds Revision Endorsed by Public Accounts Committee Context: The Public Accounts Committee of Parliament has recently endorsed the Finance Ministry’s proposal to increase the financial thresholds for expenditure on ‘New Service’ and ‘New Instruments of Service’ by government ministries and departments. This proposed revision, which marks the 4th instance since Independence, comes after […]
Current Affairs 13 March 2024
CONTENTS Enhancing Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities: CPWD’s Initiative Context: The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) has recently taken proactive steps to enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities (PwDs) in public buildings, recognizing persistent challenges despite the enactment of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act in 2016. In response to these challenges, the CPWD […]
Current Affairs 12 March 2024
CONTENTS Supreme Court Acknowledges Bail System Inefficacy Context: The Supreme Court of India, in the case of Satender Kumar Antil vs Central Bureau Of Investigation (2022), has brought attention to the inefficiency of India’s bail system. This acknowledgment underscores the urgent requirement for reforming bail laws to tackle systemic challenges within the criminal justice system […]
Current Affairs 11 March 2024
CONTENTS Election Commission’s Proposal to Amend Voter ID Rules Context: The Election Commission of India has urged the Union government to amend the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and modify voter registration forms. The proposed changes aim to eliminate the necessity for voters to provide reasons for not linking their Aadhaar number with their […]
Current Affairs 09 March 2024
CONTENTS Surging Copper Demand Spurs Focus on Economic Growth Context: In FY23, the demand for copper witnessed a substantial 16% year-on-year growth. This surge has prompted policymakers and corporations to recognize the pivotal role of copper in driving economic growth. Relevance: GS I: Mineral and Energy Resources Dimensions of the Article: About Copper: Applications: Occurrence […]
Current Affairs 08 March 2024
CONTENTS FAO Report: “The Unjust Climate” Context: The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recently released a report titled “The Unjust Climate,” highlighting the varying impacts of climate change on income and adaptation in rural areas based on gender, wealth, and age. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: […]
Current Affairs 07 March 2024
CONTENTS Supreme Court Overturns 1998 Ruling on Parliamentary Privilege Context: In a recent development, the Supreme Court overturned a 25-year-old majority opinion in the P V Narasimha Rao v State (CBI/Spe) Case, 1998, commonly known as the JMM (Jharkhand Mukti Morcha) bribery case. The SC clarified that parliamentary privileges do not shield lawmakers from prosecution […]