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News In Short 20-12-2025

In News

  • The Government of India informed Parliament that 47 Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs) are currently operational across the country, covering about 87% of India’s geographical area.

    • What is a Doppler Weather Radar (DWR)?

  • Named after the Doppler Effect, discovered by Christian Doppler.
  • Similar to how a train whistle sounds higher when approaching and lower when moving away.
  • In DWRs, the frequency/phase change of radio waves helps determine motion of weather systems.

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    Government to Increase Reservation for Agniveers in CAPFs to 50%

    Context

  • The Union Home Ministry has decided to enhance reservation for ex-Agniveers in the Group C posts of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) from the existing 10% to 50%.

    • Agnipath Scheme

  • The Government launched Agnipath scheme in 2022 to recruit both male and female aspirants into ‘below the officer’s rank’ cadre of the three services for a period of four years as Agniveers.  
  • Eligibility: Candidates between the age group of 17.5 to 21 years are eligible to apply for the scheme. 
  • Training: These Agniveers would undergo optimised basic military training and specialised trade training followed by up-skilling courses, as required.
  • Enrolment into Permanent Cadre: Based on organisational requirement and policies promulgated by the Armed Forces, Agniveers after completing their engagement period will be offered an opportunity to apply for enrolment in the permanent cadre.

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    Child Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation

    Context

  • Calling child trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation a “deeply disturbing reality” in India, the Supreme Court laid down guidelines on how courts must sensitively appreciate the evidence of minor victims of trafficking and prostitution.

    • Guidelines on Appreciation of Evidence

  • Courts must not disbelieve a trafficked child’s testimony due to minor inconsistencies, especially given the trauma involved.
  • The sole testimony of the victim is sufficient if it is credible and convincing.
  • A trafficked child must be treated as an injured witness, not as an accomplice.
  • Judicial scrutiny must avoid rejecting a victim’s account as “against normal human conduct,” especially where delayed resistance or protest is involved.

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    Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine

    Context

  • India hosted the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi.

    • What are Traditional Medicines?

  • Traditional medicine refers to codified or non-codified systems for health care and well-being, comprising practices, skills, knowledge and philosophies originating in different historical and cultural contexts, which are distinct from and pre-date biomedicine, evolving with science for current use from an experience-based origin.
  • Traditional medicine emphasizes nature-based remedies and holistic, personalized approaches to restore balance of mind, body and environment.
  • The WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre (GTMC) in Jamnagar, Gujarat.

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    Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Inherently Includes Environmental Responsibility: SC 

    In News

  • Recently, the Supreme Court ruled that corporate social responsibility (CSR) inherently includes environmental responsibility.

    • Key Observations by the Court

  • Corporations as Constitutional Actors: The Court held that corporations are not merely profit-making entities, but constitutional actors within society.
  • As legal persons, corporations are bound by Fundamental Duties, particularly Article 51A(g) of the Constitution.
  • Article 51A(g) mandates protection and improvement of the natural environment, conservation of forests, lakes, rivers and wildlife & compassion for living creatures.
  • CSR Is a Constitutional Obligation, Not Charity: The Court clarified that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), especially in environmental matters, cannot be treated as voluntary philanthropy.

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    Live in Relationship Not Illegal: Allahabad High Court

    In News

  • Allahabad High Court categorically held that live-in relationships are not illegal and that consenting adults have the constitutional right to live together with dignity and safety, irrespective of marital status.

    • Key Observations of the Allahabad High Court

  • Live-in relationship is not an offence: Living together without marriage does not violate any law in India if both partners are adults and give free consent.
  • Right to life and personal liberty: The Court emphasized that Article 21 of the Constitution guarantees the right to life, dignity, and personal freedom to all individuals, including those in live-in relationships.
  • State’s duty to protect: Once adults choose to live together, the State is duty-bound to ensure their safety, even against threats from family or society.
  • Social Morality vs Constitutional Morality: The Court clearly prioritised constitutional morality over social morality.

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    News In Short 19-12-2025

    Context

  • Prasar Bharati has prepared a draft Content Syndication Policy, 2025 to promote cultural outreach and monetize content.

    • About

  • The policy aims to monetize content being produced by Doordarshan and Akashvani, archived national and regional content, and live coverages (Government events, festivals, sports, etc.).
  • It also takes into consideration digital-first content published on Prasar Bharati’s OTT platform.
  • It also proposes monetization of commissioned, co-produced, licensed, and other content owned by Prasar Bharati.

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