Copyright’s tryst with generative AI
Historical Context of Copyright Law Relevance : GS 2(Governance) ,GS 3(Invention ,Technology) Generative AI: A New Challenge Global Legal Crossroads India’s Unique Legal Landscape Key Judicial Considerations Concerns about Access and Equity Foundational Copyright Principles as a Guide Philosophical and Practical Implications
Should NOTA be included in all elections compulsorily?
Arguments in favour of compulsory inclusion of NOTA: Relevance : GS 2(Governance ,Elections ) Arguments against compulsory inclusion of NOTA: Statistical Insights: Suggested Reforms: Conclusion: While NOTA currently holds symbolic power with limited practical consequence, compulsory inclusion — even in uncontested elections — enhances voter agency and democratic legitimacy. But to make it truly impactful, legislative backing and […]
Issue of duplication of EPIC numbers resolved
What is the EPIC Number? Relevance : GS 2(Governance , Elections) The Problem: Duplication of EPIC Numbers Verification and Resolution EC’s Final Position
A death that spotlights irrigation problems
Trigger Incident Relevance: GS 2(Governance ) ,GS 3(Agriculture ,Irrigation) Water Usage in Agriculture Unsustainable Irrigation Expansion Inequity in Access Environmental and Financial Costs Efficiency and Productivity Concerns Way Forward: Technological & Policy Reforms
Payment firms must reveal client info in crime cases
Context : Court Ruling Relevance : GS 2 (Governance ),GS 3(Indian Economy) Legal Context Duty to Cooperate in Criminal Investigations Implication for Digital Payment Firms PhonePe’s Stance Case Details Broader Implications
Paddy, pulses acreage has increased this kharif season
Increase in Crop Acreage: Relevance : GS 2(Governance) ,GS 3(Agriculture) Increase in Other Crops: Water Availability and Reservoir Storage: Foodgrain Stocks: Impact of Weather Conditions: Promotion of Scientific Agriculture: Conclusion:
On differences in clientelism patronage and freebies
Clientelism: Relevance : GS 2 (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice) Patronage: Freebies: Conflation Issues: Conclusion:
How is Kerala handling its waste problem?
Why was the Vruthi Campaign Launched? Relevance: GS 2(Governance) ,GS 3(Environment and Ecology) What is the ‘Vruthi’ Campaign? Campaign Features and Strategies Differences from Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Vruthi / Kerala Model Swachh Bharat Mission Bottom-up, people-centric Top-down, bureaucratic model Behavioural change focus Infrastructure-focused (toilets, plants) Decentralised, contextual solutions Standardised supply-driven framework Technology-neutral Often tech-specific mandates Decentralised vs. […]
It is not a court’s duty to tell media to delete or take down content
Background of the Case Relevance : GS 2(Judiciary ,Governance) Key Supreme Court Verdict Highlights Upholding Free Speech Media’s Role in Democracy Contempt and Exceptions Use of Postponement Orders Broader Significance
CCI notifies new definitions to curb predatory pricing
Context and Objective Relevance : GS 2(Governance) What is Predatory Pricing? New Cost Definition Introduced Flexible, Sector-Agnostic Approach Response to Stakeholder Feedback Cost Regulations 2025 – Key Takeaways Implications