Guardianship of Minors
Context: In the recent past, there have been changes to the rules for passport and PAN card that allow an applicant to furnish their mother’s name if she is a single parent. But this continues to be a niggling issue when it comes to school certificates and umpteen other documents that insist on the father’s […]
Sealed Cover Jurisprudence is Appalling
Context Kerela High Court recently dismissed an appeal by the MediaOne, a television channel whose license was not renewed based upon ‘National Security’ concerns. Relevance GS-II: Indian Constitution—Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure. GS-II: Structure, Organization and Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government; Pressure Groups and Formal/Informal Associations and […]
Donate a Pension Scheme
Context: The Union Labour and Employment Ministry has launched the “donate a pension” scheme. Relevance: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About ‘Donate a Pension’ Scheme Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) About ‘Donate a Pension’ Scheme Under the initiative, people can donate the premium contribution of their immediate support staff like […]
Conflicts and a Settings Change for Social Media
Context The Russia-Ukraine conflict in recent times has reignited the debate around the role of Social media during the times of Conflicts around the world. Relevance GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability, E-governance applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; Citizens Charters, Transparency & Accountability and institutional and other measures. Dimensions of the Article Role of […]
A Safety Net for Students Abroad
Context Recent issues faced by Indian Students in Ukraine, Canada and UK have brought to fore the discussions over the requirement of a safety net for students studying abroad. Relevance GS-II: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. GS-II: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries […]
Our Data Not For Sale
Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY), recently released a draft data accessibility policy. The policy is criticised for prioritising commercial interests over privacy Relevance: GS-II: Government Policies & Interventions, GS-III: Cyber Security, IT & Computers Dimensions of the Article: The Draft Data Accessibility Policy Criticisms-Licensing Citizen data Criticisms- Open Data Criticisms-Absence of […]
Being Ready for Covid 19
Context: The number of active COVID-19 cases and test positivity rates in India has declined sharply. The third wave of Pandemic showed the efficacy of vaccine as a life saver. Relevance: GS-II: Government Policies & Interventions, Health Dimensions of the Article: COVID-19 pandemic What made all the difference? Shortage of supply and demand Way Forward […]
General Consent for the CBI
Context: Meghalaya has withdrawn consent to the CBI to investigate cases in the state, becoming the ninth state in the country to have taken this step. Relevance: GS II- Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is general consent? Which states have withdrawn consent, and why? What does the withdrawal of general consent mean? Central […]
Bhakra Beas Management Board
Context: Political parties in Punjab are up in arms over the Centre’s decision to amend the rules regarding appointments to two key positions on the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). Relevance: GS II- Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Formation of BBMB Functions of BBMB What changes have been made to the BBMB rules? […]
Rules for Deputation of DIGs
Context: After its proposal to amend the All India Service Rules that would allow it to call any IAS, IPS or IFoS officer on central deputation with or without the state’s consent, the Centre has issued another order on central deputation of Deputy Inspector General-level IPS officers that may not be palatable to the states. Relevance: GS […]