Science behind right AC temperature
Policy Proposal: Temperature Restriction for ACs Relevance : GS 3(Science),GS 2(Governance) Energy Efficiency Benefits Health Risks of Lower Temperatures Vulnerable Populations Affected Comfort Science and Global Standards Mental Health Implications Global Context & Demand Conclusion: Case for Temperature Standardisation
Central schemes must pass ‘effectiveness’ test to continue
Core Directive from Finance Ministry Relevance : GS 2(Governance) Sunset Clause Mandated Caps on Funding & New Outlay Norms Impact on Demand-Driven Schemes like MGNREGS Sectors Affected Strategic Implications
Union govt to wield quality control ‘stick’ to drive exports
Government’s Shift in Strategy for Export Promotion Relevance : GS 2(Governance) , GS 3(Economy ,Export) Quality Control Orders (QCOs): The ‘Stick’ Rationale Behind the Policy Shift Subsidy Exceptions Still Being Considered Industry Reactions and Sector Demands Debate Around QCOs Government’s Balancing Act Policy Implications
Preparing the electoral rolls is one of world’s most transparent exercises
Key Assertions by CEC Gyanesh Kumar Relevance : GS 2(Electoral Reforms) Mechanism of Electoral Roll Preparation Response to Allegations India’s Electoral Machinery: Scale and Strength Global Electoral Leadership Significance for Democracy
Constitution does not avert its gaze from caste, poverty, injustice
Key Message by CJI B.R. Gavai Relevance : GS 2(Judiciary ) Personal Testimony & Symbolism Constitution as an Instrument of Social Justice Framing Process: Role of the Marginalised Implications for Governance and Judiciary
Don’t withhold State’s RTE funds over NEP row, Madras HC tells Centre
Context Relevance : GS 2(Governance , Centre State Relations) Key Observations by Madras High Court Judicial Constraints Directive to Tamil Nadu Government Impact on RTE Admissions
FSDC looks to enhance cybersecurity
Cybersecurity & Financial Resilience Relevance : GS 2 (Governance ) ,GS 3(Economy ,CyberSecurity) Key Cybersecurity Concerns Ease of Compliance & Regulatory Reforms Unclaimed Assets Institutional Role of FSDC
Govt. eases SEZ norms for chip, electronic units
Policy Reforms Announced Relevance : GS 2(Governance) ,GS 3(Minerals , Manufacturing) Key Amendments to SEZ Rules Major Investment Approvals Post-Reform Strategic and Economic Significance Expected Benefits Potential Challenges Ahead
Delimiting by electors rather than population offers a fairer approach
Core Argument Relevance : GS 2(Delimitation , Governance) Why Electors, Not Population? Elector Disparity & Vote Value Historical Trends in Vote Value Parliamentary Representation Imbalance Proposed Reform Model Debunking Misconceptions Conclusion
How is India planning to localise EV manufacturing
Policy Highlights – Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India Relevance : GS 2(Governance) , GS 3(Technology) Concerns Over Ecosystem Impact Market Structure and Policy Mismatch Domestic Industry Concerns Key Takeaways