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Fundamental Duties

In News Recently, the Chief Justice of India said fundamental duties in the Constitution are not merely to serve a “pedantic or technical” purpose.  CJI’s opinion Our Constitution is the fundamental document that regulates the relationship between the citizens and the government.  While it has granted us inalienable rights, it places upon us certain fundamental […]

Fragility of the Northeast’s Integration

In News The integration of Northeast India into mainstream Indian life has been on the national agenda from the very start of India’s journey as an independent nation. Background British Assam was virtually the entire Northeast of today, excluding two kingdoms, Tripura and Manipur. In these kingdoms too, though no Inner Line was introduced, the […]

Guidelines to Regulate Digital Lending

In News Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) instituted a framework for regulating the digital lending landscape in the country.  About Digital Lending Digital Lending: Digital lending utilises automated technologies and algorithms for decision making, customer acquisition, disbursements and recovery.  Not only does it lower costs but also ensures speedy disbursal.  Digital lenders are […]

Women Heroes of India’s Freedom Struggle

In News Recently, on the occasion of Independence Day address to the nation, the PM of India paid tribute to women freedom fighters for showing the world the true meaning of India’s “Nari shakti”.  Rani Laxmibai The queen of the princely state of Jhansi, Rani Laxmibai is known for her role in the 1857 revolt.  […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1 India message to China on Taiwan: Avoid actions to change status quo (International Relations )   Where does Taiwan stand in relation to China and the world?Indian Policy towards Taiwan and future prospects .   GS 2 8   Himachal now […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1 Avoid unilateral action to alter Taiwan status quo, says India (International Relations) Know about the Taiwan crisis ,causes ,repercussions ,and india’s stand on the Taiwan crisis  GS 3  5 Centre to file review petition on eco sensitive zones in SC (Environment) […]

Quality of employment in India

In News  Recently ,It has been observed that  the quality of employment in India is poor.  About  India’s gravest socio-economic problem is the difficulty a vast majority of citizens have in earning good livelihoods. Their problem is not just employment. It is the poor quality of employment — insufficient and uncertain incomes, and poor working […]

Garuda Shield

In News The United States, Indonesia and other countries are conducting joint combat exercises on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. About Garuda Shield has been an annual military training since 2009. Participation of several other countries, including Australia and Japan, makes the 2022 edition the largest ever. The exercises encompass army, navy, air force and […]

SC on Freebies

In Context Recently the Supreme Court refused to consider the question of derecognising political parties that resort to freebies. More about the news Issue: The apex court was considering the question of reining in the practice of political parties offering “irrational freebies” to the electorate if they are voted to power, especially in states which […]

Atal Pension Yojana

In News Recently, a gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Finance stated that Income tax payers will soon be disallowed to be a part of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY).  About the recent decision Eligibility: Any citizen, who is or has been an income-tax payer, shall not be eligible to join APY. the rule […]

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