SOIL EROSION CRISIS IN INDIA Soil erosion is a significant environmental concern impacting agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability. A recent study employing the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE) highlighted
ANNUAL STATUS OF EDUCATION REPORT (ASER) 2023 TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE –SOURCE: THE HINDU ASER 2023 annual educational assessment, sheds light on the foundational learning levels and aspirations of
CANDIDATES HAVE A RIGHT TO PRIVACY FROM VOTERS: SC JUDGMENT The Supreme Court of India recently delivered a significant judgement concerning the declaration of movable assets by candidates contesting elections.
INDIA'S DEMOGRAPHIC TRANSITION India's population dynamics have long been a focal point of discussions, with projections indicating a potential population of 1.7 billion by 2065. This brings attention not only
FERTILITY LEVELS DROP BELOW ONE IN MANY ASIAN NATIONS TOPIC: (GS2) INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS – SOURCE: THE HINDU Many East and Southeast Asian countries are experiencing a population crisis marked by
DRYING RIVERS IN INDIA The Central Water Commission (CWC) has reported alarming water storage levels in several river basins, particularly in east-flowing rivers between Mahanadi and Pennar. This crisis poses
STRICTER VIEW NEEDED IN CUSTODIAL DEATH CASES Custodial death, the tragic demise of an individual under the watch of law enforcement or correctional facilities, remains a pressing issue in India.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN INDIA Domestic violence remains a significant issue in India, affecting women from all backgrounds and perpetuating cycles of abuse and inequality. Despite legal frameworks in place, enforcement
STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS The Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI) hold immense strategic importance for India in the Indo-Pacific region. The Indian government's renewed focus on these
CONSUMER RIGHTS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE –SOURCE: THE HINDU World Consumer Rights Day is celebrated annually on March 15 to promote awareness about consumer rights.
MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS The recent Supreme Court ruling on the Chandigarh mayoral election brings attention to the challenges faced by India's local urban body electoral processes. Despite robust national and state
CDP-SURAKSHA, GOVT’S NEW DIGITAL PLATFORM TO DISBURSE SUBSIDIES TO HORTICULTURE FARMERS The Central government has recently introduced a new platform, CDP-SURAKSHA, to streamline the disbursement of subsidies to horticulture farmers