Category: GS 2
Aligning higher education with the United Nations SDGs
India has always been a land of scholars and learners. In ancient times also, India was regarded all over the world for its universities like Taxila, Nalanda, Vikramshila and its scholars.
India’s growing elderly population
According to Census 2011, India has 104 million older people (60+ years), constituting 8.6% of the total population. Amongst the elderly (60+), females outnumber males.
Fixing the rot in the cooperative sector
Financial irregularities in the Karuvannur Service Cooperative Bank in Thrissur,Kerala and corresponding investigation by the Enforcement Directorate.
India’s statistical performance on the global stage
The World Bank’s compilation of Statistical Performance Indicators (SPI) ranks India 67 among 174 countries.
Global dispute settlement, India and appellate review
The recently concluded G-20 Declaration reiterated the need to pursue reform of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
STs trail non-STs in 81 health measures: 2021 study
‘The Lancet Regional Health — Southeast Asia,researchers published a study providing a detailed analysis of the health, nutrition, and population trends of Scheduled Tribes (STs) from 2016 to 2021.
Mediation Act, 2023
Mediation Act 2023 has been brought to enhance the efficiency of mediation and establish a comprehensive legal framework for its practice in India.
From Proposal to Progress: The Women’s Reservation Bill’s Journey in Parliament
Syllabus: GS 1: Society – Role of women; Social empowermentGS 2: Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection…
One Health approach
The Nipah virus is wreaking havoc in Kozhikode, the fourth outbreak of the disease in Kerala over the last five years.In this scenario, a unified One Health Approach is necessary.
India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor
The proposed IMEC will consist of railroad, ship-to-rail networks (road and sea) and road transport routes (and networks) extending across two corridors.
Towards a Uniform Civil Code: Navigating Diversity, Equality, and Legal Reform
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the need for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, stating that the country cannot have different laws for its citizens and that the Constitution requires the State to ensure a UCC. This has reignited debates, with opposition from multiple political parties and leaders, especially in the northeastern states.
Analysing where India stands in the G20
India hosted its first G20 Summit this year.
So an analysis of India’s performance in recent decades across various socioeconomic metrics in comparison to its fellow G20 members is essential.