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30Nov 2024

Bridging the Gender Gap in Contraceptive Practices in India

Syllabus: 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: …

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12Nov 2024

4B Movement Gains Attention Among American Women Protesters

Why 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) …

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11Nov 2024

Revaluing Care Work: Integrating Care And Consumer Economics

Syllabus: 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 …

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30Oct 2024

Delimitation and Women Reservation

Syllabus: 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 …

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03Oct 2024

Female Dhakis find their Own Rhythm at the Durga Puja Traditions Amidst Societal Barriers

Why 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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