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09Feb 2024

DOWNLOADING CHILD PORNOGRAPHY IS AN OFFENCE

Relevance: GS 1 and 2 Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Role of women and women’s organization, population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their …

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09Feb 2024

THE WAY UP THE GLOBAL CREDIT RATING LADDER

Relevance: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Why in the News? Fitch, a renowned credit rating agency, issued India a sovereign credit rating of ‘BBB-‘ with a stable outlook. This development marked the beginning of 2024 on a sober tone for India. The assigned …

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08Feb 2024

3 DAYS SUMMER FOUNDATION FOR IAS/IPS/KAS/KSPS/UPSC

We have come up with an excellent opportunity which is the SUMMER FOUNDATION PROGRAM FOR IAS/IPS/KAS/KSPS/UPSC & other competitive exams. This program is for all young aspirants who are currently studying in 9th,10th,1st PUC & 2nd PUC or other Equivalent courses. This 3 DAYS workshop is designed to TRAIN THE YOUNG ASPIRANTS who aim to become an IAS/IPS/KAS/KSPS. Program Includes: …

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08Feb 2024

INDIA’S TAX-TO-GDP RATIO PROJECTIONS

Why in the News? The Revenue Secretary forecasts India’s tax-to-GDP ratio to reach a historic high of 11.7% in the fiscal year 2024-25. Comparing with global trends, the Secretary emphasizes that as economies develop, tax-to-GDP ratios tend to rise, indicating India’s ongoing fiscal improvement efforts. Source: Medium Corporate Tax Insights: A significant portion of corporate …

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08Feb 2024

RAJYA SABHA APPROVES BILLS FOR ST LIST AMENDMENTS

Why in the News? Rajya Sabha successfully passes the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order Amendment Bill, 2024, and Constitution (Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes) Order Amendment Bill, 2024. The Bills aim to modify the Scheduled Tribes list for Odisha and introduce synonyms and phonetic variations for existing tribes in both Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Source: UGI …

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08Feb 2024

RESTARTING TALKS ON INDIA-MIDDLE EAST-EUROPE ECONOMIC CORRIDOR (IMEC)

Why in the News? Talks on the IMEC, paused due to the Israel-Gaza war, expected to resume. Visit of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to India for Raisina Dialogue may kickstart discussions. Discussions aimed at utilizing Greek ports like Piraeus for the corridor’s connectivity to Europe. About IMEC Project: The proposed India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor …

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08Feb 2024

UTTARAKHAND CIVIL CODE: KEY CHANGES

Focus: UCC in Uttarakhand  For Muslims: Marriage Age: Proposed UCC sets marriage age for Muslim women and men at 18 and 21, aligning with Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Debates ongoing due to conflict with POCSO and Child Marriage Act. Succession Rules: Under UCC, testamentary succession for Muslims changes, allowing unrestricted property bequeathal through wills. In …

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08Feb 2024

SC’S STAND ON RESERVATION REALLOCATION

Why in the News? The Supreme Court suggests reserved category beneficiaries should vacate slots for more disadvantaged individuals. Evaluating the need to review the 2004 ruling, discussions focus on Scheduled Caste homogeneity and sub-caste preferences. Scrutiny extends to the Punjab Reservation Act, 2006, regarding reservations and sub-caste preferences. Source: Law Times Journal Constitutional and Legal …

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08Feb 2024

INDIGENOUS CAR-T CELL THERAPY

Focus: CAR-T Cell Therapy How CAR-T Cell Therapy Works? Source: National Cancer Institute About CAR-T Cell Therapy: Jointly developed by ImmunoACT, IIT Bombay, and Tata Memorial Hospital. Administered to 15 patients in India, resulting in three successful cancer remissions. Genetically reprograms the immune system to combat B-cell cancers. Affordable option in India compared to international …

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08Feb 2024

RAJYA SABHA PASSES WATER ACT AMENDMENT BILL

Why in the News? The Rajya Sabha approved the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill. The Bill aims to decriminalize minor offences related to water pollution and exempt certain industrial plants from statutory restrictions. Source: Slide Player Key Points of the Amendment: Decriminalization of Minor Offences: The amendment rationalizes criminal provisions to prevent …

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