India Skills Report 2024
Context: Recently, Wheebox in association with various agencies including All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Confederation of Indian Industry and Association of Indian Universities has published India Skills Report 2024, highlighting India’s skill landscape and the impact of AI (Artificial Intelligence) on the workforce Relevance: GS III: Human Resources Dimensions of the Article: India […]
Operation Storm Makers II
Context: Interpol has spearheaded Operation Storm Makers II, a collaborative effort involving law enforcement from 27 countries across Asia and beyond. The operation aims to target and expose the intricate web of fraud schemes associated with human trafficking and migrant smuggling on a global scale. Relevance: GS II: Issues Related to Children Dimensions of the […]
Foreign Universities are no Panacea
Context: The University Grants Commission in India has introduced the “Setting up and Operation of Campuses of Foreign Higher Educational Institutions in India” Regulations, 2023. These regulations aim to permit Foreign Higher Educational Institutions to establish campuses in India, offering undergraduate and postgraduate certificates, diplomas, degrees, as well as doctoral and post-doctoral research programs. Relevance: GS2- […]
Volunteerism and Disability Inclusion
Context: On December 3rd, the world observes the ‘International Day of Persons with Disabilities,’ recognizing the unique challenges faced by those with disabilities and advocating for their rights and well-being. Following closely on December 5th, ‘International Volunteers Day’ pays tribute to global volunteers who selflessly contribute their time and effort to make a positive impact […]
Only Right Education can Ensure World Peace
Context: The world, amidst conflict and turmoil, aspires for a future devoid of wars and violence. Even those currently embroiled in conflicts, such as the Ukraine-Russia or Israel-Palestine wars, may secretly desire a world free from tension and violence for their future generations. Relevance: GS2- GS4- Role of Family, Society and Educational Institutions in Inculcating […]
Foreign Universities Best Bet for Better Education
Context A noticeable trend in recent times has been the increasing migration of Indian students to foreign countries for higher education and job opportunities, particularly in states like Kerala and Punjab. Several factors contribute to this exodus, prompting questions about the quality of education in India, the state of infrastructure in educational institutions, and the […]
Global Initiative of Academic Networks
Context: Eight years after its inception, the Ministry of Education is gearing up to restart the fourth phase of the Global Initiative of Academic Networks (GIAN). Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Global Initiative of Academic Networks (GIAN) in Higher Education Aim: Objectives: Salient Features: Significance of GIAN Programme The Global Initiative of […]
Not a Panacea – On Maratha Demand for Reservations
Context: In a clear indication of substantial socioeconomic changes occurring in various regions of India, there have been calls for reservation from communities that are traditionally considered politically influential and are not conventionally categorized as “backward.” The demand for reservation by the Maratha community in Maharashtra is a notable example. Relevance: GS-2 Mains Question: Highlighting the present […]
QS World University Rankings Asia 2024
Context: Recently, the global higher education think-tank Quacquarelli Symonds has released the QS Asia University Rankings: Asia 2024, including 148 universities from India in the comprehensive list of 856 universities across Asia. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: QS World University Rankings: Key Highlights of the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2024 Top Ranking Universities: […]
UGC Allows Top 500 Global Universities to Set Up Campuses in India
Context: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued regulations permitting foreign universities ranked among the world’s top 500 to establish branch campuses in India. This initiative aligns with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020, aiming to provide a legislative framework for the presence of leading global universities in the country. The guidelines were […]