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Why in the news? Bihar has urged the Centre to declare a Minimum Support Price (MSP) for makhana, an aquatic crop widely cultivated in the state. The state flagged issues at the Darbhanga-based ICAR-NRC for Makhana, citing severe understaffing and the absence of a full-time director. Makhana Cultivation in Bihar Bihar produces 85% of the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Maharashtra government has introduced the Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana, offering free pilgrimages to senior citizens above 60 years. The scheme was detailed in a Government Resolution issued 14th July after State Cabinet approval. About Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana: 139 religious sites are included: 73 across India and 66 within Maharashtra. …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Maharashtra government has proposed a new bill to address the increasing presence of Naxalism in urban centers. Introduced in the Assembly by Deputy Chief Minister, the bill aims to tackle the involvement of Naxal front organizations in urban areas, which existing laws have been deemed ineffective against. Key Provisions of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Challenge: Neha Khemka, a master’s student, advocates for court-mandated menstrual leave due to severe PCOS pain. Survey Results: An Everteen survey found 73% of women support menstrual leave , sees it as enhancing productivity and well-being. Source: Farm Implementation Example: Swiggy offers a two-day menstrual leave policy, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2- Vulnerable sections in India , their issues and remedies , Judicial activism in the related field Focus : The article focuses on the Supreme Court’s recent ruling which laid down a framework for the sensitive portrayal of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in visual media. It emphasizes the importance of avoiding stereotypes, ensuring dignity, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Posts, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies. Statutory, Regulatory and various Quasi-judicial Bodies. Why in the News? The Supreme Court recently upheld the maintainability of West Bengal’s suit against the Union government, challenging the CBI’s investigations in the state despite the withdrawal of general consent. This ruling highlights ongoing tensions …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Why in the news? The Supreme Court (SC) ruling ensures divorced Muslim women have access to maintenance under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). This judgment empowers Muslim women to …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Welfare schemes for vulnerable section of the society. GS 3: Employment and Mobalization of resources. Why in the News? The draft Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2024, aims to provide social security and welfare measures for gig workers. It follows Rajasthan’s similar legislation, highlighting the growing recognition of …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 1: Indian Society – Role of women and women’s organisations, population issues, poverty and development challenges, urbanisation, its problems, and GS 2: Responsibilities and functions of the Union and the States, challenges and issues related to the federal structure, separation of powers, dispute resolution mechanisms, and GS 2: The role of the judiciary …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues related to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances to local levels, and cooperative GS 3: Economic Development Government Budgeting, and issues related to resource mobilisation, taxation, and federal finance. Why in the News? Recently, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin …
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