1.Evaluate the Indian society in context of the constitutional ideal of equality 2.Define Sedition and comment on its constitutionality in context of various judgements given on the subject
Month: October 2021
PM IAS OCTOBERR 30 EDITORIAL
1. Support for the national cricket team or its players is no litmus test for patriotism Context: People who allegedly celebrated the victory of Pakistan against India in a T20 cricket World Cup match on October 24 are facing the brunt of the state. For example: In Rajasthan: a young schoolteacher has been terminated by a private school and the police have charged her under IPC Section 153B for ‘imputations, assertions prejudicial to national integration’. In Jammu and Kashmir: the police have registered two cases against unknown persons under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and other sections. In Uttar Pradesh: three students from J&K have been charged under IPC Sections 153A (promoting enmity between groups), 505 (creating or publishing content to promote enmity) and, later, Section 124A, sedition. Critiques on the application of Sedition act: People of Indian origin live around the world, with […]
PM IAS OCT 30 CURRENT EVENTS
COP 26 global summit: India’s views and more Context: Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav throwed light on what would be India’s viewpoints as he leaves to Glasgow to participate in the 26th edition of the United Nations Conference of Parties (COP). Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be participating in a World Leaders Summit to be held […]
MAINS ANSWER WRITING CHALLENGE
Enumerate the ways by which we can solve the drug menace problem in India Discuss the ways to ensure equitable access to education
PM IAS OCT 29 EDITORIAL
1.The home environment and stimulation children receive within the household can be important contributory factors GS 2: Education Context: Early Childhood Education (ECE) is crucial to the overall development of children, with impacts on their learning and even earning capabilities throughout their lifetimes. However it faces a few challenges recently. Challenges faced by the ECE […]
PM IAS OCT 29 CURRENT EVENTS
Supreme Court on Pegasus case Context: A Bench led by Chief Justice of India N.V. Ramana passed an order in the Pegasus snooping case related to the recent allegations of the Government using Pegasus software to spy on citizens. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Governance (Constitutional Provisions, Fundamental Rights, Important Judgements), GS-III: Internal Security Challenges (Basics […]
MAINS ANSWER WRITING CHALLENGE
Examine the role played by different surveillance mechanisms used by the government. What are the various challenges in this regard? Distinguish between welfare and freebie culture. Do you think that freebie culture should exist? Give reasons for your answer.
PM IAS OCT 28 EDITORIAL
1. Pegasus Case: The Centre must fully cooperate with the inquiry instituted by the SC on spyware use Context: A Supreme Court order instituted an independent probe into the possible use of Israeli spyware Pegasus is an effective intervention to protect citizens from unlawful surveillance. It also gave a stern rebuff to the Government’s attempt to cover […]
PM IAS OCT 28 CURRENT EVENTS
China offers support to Taliban Context: China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has pledged support and assistance to the Taliban in a meeting in Doha. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India’s Neighbors, Foreign policies and Agreements affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions of the Article: About China’s recent promise of support? What is China’s economic interest in Afghanistan? China’s […]
MAINS ANSWER WRITING CHALLENGE
Is Global Hunger Index(GHI), an apt indicator to represent the hunger situation in India? Comment What are the reasons behind the continued conflict of the Tamil Fishermen with the Sri Lankan patrol boats? Give a solutions for the issue.