Twinning Rate in India: Study Overview
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts Study Overview Key Findings Public Health Implications Significance Quick Revision
Cybercrime cases of cheating by personation surge in Karnataka
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts Cybercrime under Section 66D, IT Act 2000 Charge-sheeting & Conviction Rate Key Findings Aspect Observation National Cybercrime Trend Cases rose from 53,000 (2021) → 66,000 (2022) → 86,400 (2023) Karnataka’s Share >25% pre-pandemic in 2019, dipped during 2020–2022, surged in 2023 (>70% of 66D cases) Section […]
what unites ‘Gen Z’ protests across countries
Why in News Relevance Basic Context Triggers and Contexts 1. Morocco 2. Madagascar Common Threads Across Gen Z Movements Structural Causes Global Dimensions Scholarly Insight Implications
Do cash transfers build women’s agency?
Why in News Relevance Basic Overview Key Issues & Barriers 1. Financial Access vs Agency 2. Digital Divide 3. Socio-Cultural Constraints 4. Structural & Policy Gaps Recent Policy Initiatives Path to Economic Empowerment 1. Asset Ownership 2. Digital & Financial Literacy 3. Agency-Building 4. Institutional Support Socio-Economic & Political Implications
Prioritising mental health during emergencies is essential
Why in News Relevance Understanding Mental Health in Emergencies Challenges in Mental Health Response Key Recommendations & Best Practices Significance Conclusion Integrating mental health into disaster response reduces long-term psychological impact and strengthens societal resilience. Decentralized, pre-planned, and continuous care is crucial for effective emergency management.
What are the various electoral forms?
Why in News ? The Election Commission (EC) recently concluded the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar ahead of Assembly elections and plans a phased rollout across other States. The process has sparked debate over voter inclusion, documentation requirements, and electoral fairness. Relevance Context & Background Forms & Citizen Participation Significance Challenges & Concerns […]
Are women deciding Assembly elections?
Why in News ? In the run-up to the Bihar Assembly elections, direct cash transfer schemes like the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana have targeted women voters. This has revived the debate on whether women are becoming a decisive electoral force, reflecting increasing political focus on gender as an identity in voting behaviour. Relevance Context and Background Key Insights from the […]
Pharmaceutical Oversight Gaps and Public Health Risks
Context Relevance Key Issues Highlighted Underlying Causes Policy and Governance Dimensions
Securities Transaction Tax (STT) Challenge
Why in News Relevance Basics of STT Key Claims in the Petition Legal Context Broader Implications
Crimes against children surge in Assam, Rajasthan, and Kerala
Why in News Relevance : Overall National Trend State Average Cases (2018–2022) Cases in 2023 % Increase Assam 5,100 10,000 ~100% Kerala 2,800 5,900 106% Rajasthan 6,200 10,500 70% State-wise Drivers of the Rise Assam Rajasthan Kerala Broader Observations Key Takeaways