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
Little progress in centralising administration of Eklavya schools
Background of EMRS Centralisation Efforts Relevance : GS 2(Education ,Schemes , Social Issues) Current Status and Challenges Financial and Operational Concerns Comparison with Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) Way Forward
Why are pilots asking for more rest hours?
Delhi High Court Ruling Relevance : GS 2 (Social Issues) , GS 1(Society) Why did pilots demand more rest? Leave and Duty Structure Why did airlines oppose the relaxed rules? Airline Responses Triggering incidents & pilot concerns Future Outlook Bottom line: Pilots are seeking more rest due to excessive workloads, erratic rosters, and circadian disruption impacting safety and health. Airlines […]
Right to Take Offence & Constitutional Framework
Context : Right to Take Offence & Constitutional Framework: Relevance : GS 1(Society ) , GS 2(Social Justice) Key Takeaway:A robust democracy thrives on diverse opinions and satire, even if uncomfortable. Offence should be met with dialogue, not criminalization. Balancing free speech with constitutional morality ensures both freedom and responsibility in public discourse.
Legal system should evolve to respect adolescent love
Context: Relevance :GS 1(Society ) , GS 2(Social Issues, Governance ) Court Observations: Judgment Highlights: Implications:
The danger of a digital censor board
Context of the Controversy: Relevance :GS 1(Society) , GS 2(Social Issues) Legal Dimensions: Regulatory Push & Broadcasting Bill: Precedent of OTT Platform Regulation: Implications for Freedom of Expression: Broader Concerns:
Challenges in India’s Higher Education
Current Scenario: Relevance : GS 2(Education) Challenges in India’s Higher Education Multi-Pronged Strategy for Brain Gain The Way Forward
Bihar teacher’s quest to educate poor children at cremation ground
Background of the Initiative: Relevance : GS 4(Ethics -Leadership) Origins and Motivation: Teaching Approach: Impact on Students: Support and Recognition: Personal Sacrifice: Broader Impact: Sumit Kumar’s Vision:
Study moots inclusion of 179 groups in SC ST OBC lists
Context : Relevance : GS 1(Society ) Recommendations for Inclusion: Additional Findings: Implications: Controversies and Criticisms: Potential Impact on Policy:
Why is there a drop in school enrolments
Drop in Enrolment: Relevance : GS 2(Education ) Change in Methodology: Reasons for Decline: Decline in Schools: Impact of School Closures: Effect on Funding: State-Specific Trends: UDISe+ Data Caution: