New competency-based curricula for 10 healthcare professions
Introduction of New Curricula: The Union Health Ministry launched new competency-based curricula for 10 allied healthcare professions in collaboration with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP). Relevance : GS 2(Education) Professions Covered: The curricula cover professions such as: Purpose: Health Secretary’s Statement: Impact on Healthcare: Regulatory Mechanisms and Capacity Building: Emphasis on establishing strong regulatory […]
Prisons plagued by lack of medical, mental health professionals
Overview of the Issue: Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues) Health Staffing Crisis: Overcrowding and Health Risks: Key Gaps in Mental Health and Disability Care: Long-term Implications: Recommendations for Reform:
Buddhist monks protest against 75-year-old law
Historical & Religious Significance Relevance : GS 1(Society , Heritage , Culture) Legal & Administrative Background Current Protests Financial Concerns Political & Legal Landscape Identity, History & Symbolism Way Forward
Why is active mobility necessary in India
What is Active Mobility? Relevance : GS 1(Society ,Urbanisation) Why is Active Mobility Crucial in India? Rising Urban Risks & Road Fatalities Urbanisation and Congestion Health Benefits Economic & Environmental Gains Policy and Legislative Initiatives in India Karnataka Active Mobility Bill, 2022 State-Level Initiatives Barriers to Active Mobility in India Infrastructure Deficiencies Socioeconomic and Cultural Challenges […]
The flawed push for a third language
Context & Policy Concerns Relevance : GS 2(Education) Surveys & Learning Outcomes Schools are failing to ensure proficiency in two languages, making a third language redundant. Cognitive & Pedagogical Challenges NEP 2020 ignores linguistic diversity and cognitive limitations. Implementation Challenges AI & Language Learning A flexible AI-based approach would be more cost-effective and inclusive. Lessons from […]
The TB crisis and women
Context : Gender Disparities in TB Burden Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues , Health ) Stigma and Discrimination Barriers to Accessing Treatment Government Initiatives and Shortcomings India’s TB Burden: The Bigger Picture The Way Forward
The barriers faced by construction workers
Sector Overview Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues) Challenges Faced by Construction Workers Proposed Solutions
Are unique electoral ID numbers being duplicated?
Background: Relevance : GS 2(Election ) What is an EPIC Card? What is ERONET? Election Commission’s Response to Allegations
What does NEP 2020 state about languages?
Background Relevance : GS 2(Education ) Medium of Instruction Findings of the 8th All India School Education Survey (AISES) Three-Language Formula Implementation Challenges Foreign Languages in NEP 2020
Closing the gender gap in the higher judiciary
Progress of Women in Law Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues , Judiciary) Inequality at the Top Disproportionate Representation in High Courts Severe Underrepresentation in the Supreme Court Barriers to Women’s Appointment in Higher Judiciary Systemic and Deep-Rooted Gender Inequality Opaque Collegium System Steps Towards Equality Transparent and Merit-Based Appointment Process Focus on Gender Diversity in Appointments