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Why in the news? The Karnataka High Court upheld trans persons’ rights under the 2019 Act, allowing changes in name and gender on birth certificates. It emphasized the precedence of specific laws over general ones and outlined the streamlined application process for identity updates. Karnataka HC Allows Name, Gender Change on Birth Certificates: Landmark Judgment …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: India and its neighbourhood relations Bilateral , Regional and Global Agreements involving India Defence Why in the News? India’s contraceptive landscape reveals a stark gender imbalance, with only 0.3% of men opting for sterilisation, highlighting the urgent need for shared contraceptive responsibility to achieve gender equality. Contraceptive Practices: Gender Disparity Historical precedence: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Interest in South Korea’s 4B movement surged among U.S. women post-Trump’s 2024 election win, as they use it to protest societal norms and gender-based issues. What is the 4B Movement? The 4B movement, originating in South Korea, promotes four principles: rejecting marriage (bihon), childbirth (bichulsan), romance (biyeonae), and sexual relationships (bisekseu) …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Salient Features of Indian Society , Role of Women Focus: The recent UN International Day of Care highlighted the growing recognition of caregiving’s importance. As societal and economic demands increase, there’s a need to reimagine how care work is valued and integrated into policy, especially as gender and economic inequalities persist. Understanding the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Issues and challenges pertaining to federal structure Statutory , regulatory and Quasi-Judicial Bodies Why in the News? The upcoming Census, expected to conclude by 2026, has revived discussions on two critical exercises: constituency delimitation and the women’s reservation in legislative bodies, reshaping India’s electoral landscape with major political and constitutional implications. Delimitation …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Women Dhakis at Durga Puja: Traditionally, playing the dhak (drums) at Durga Puja was a male-dominated art form, but women are now entering the profession. Mohila Dhaki Babadhamraj Sampradaya: A troupe of 10 female dhakis from Katwa, Purba Bardhaman district, North Bengal, challenging societal norms. Attire: White and blue saris paired …
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