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Syllabus: GS-2: Transparency & Accountability , Government Policies & Interventions ,Important International Institutions Focus: India ranked 96th out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, with a score of 38, declining from 93rd place in 2023. This indicates worsening perceptions of public sector corruption, highlighting the need for stronger anti-corruption measures and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Home Ministry (MHA) reported a 55% rise in drug seizures in 2024, worth ₹25,000 crore, under the Zero Tolerance Policy, with significant confiscation of synthetic drugs, cocaine, and pharmaceutical psychotropic substances. Key Highlights: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced the seizure of drugs worth ₹25,000 crore in 2024. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court emphasized that under Article 200 of the Constitution, Governors must communicate reasons for withholding assent to state Bills, while hearing Tamil Nadu’s petitions against Governor R.N. Ravi’s decision to withhold several Bills. Key Observation by the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court emphasized that under Article 200 of the …
Read MoreIntroduction The governance of Delhi, India’s capital, is unique due to its status as a Union Territory with a state legislature. The interplay between the central and state governments plays a crucial role in its development. To transform Delhi into a modern, efficient, and sustainable city, a multi-pronged approach is required, focusing on infrastructure, public …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the IIAS-DARPG India Conference 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The five-day event focuses on next-generation administrative reforms, governance innovation, and features participation from 240 delegates across 55 countries. Inauguration and Participation: The IIAS-DARPG India Conference 2025 commences today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Union …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: E-GovernanceIT & Computers Focus: The Ministry of Electronics and IT released draft rules for the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. These rules propose data localisation mandates, empower government oversight, and raise concerns over privacy and encryption. Feedback is being sought, but transparency and safeguards remain key challenges. …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Reports highlight: In 2023, alarming reports from Jharkhand and Odisha revealed that many households were removed from the Public Distribution System (PDS). State-wide issue: Bihar also faces PDS struggles, particularly among marginalized communities like the Musahars, exacerbated by the COVID-19 supply crisis. Challenges with PDS Access and Quality Exclusion of households: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court has proposed establishing new Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT) benches in Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh to address the rising backlog of defence-related cases, ensuring timely justice for military personnel in these underserved regions. Expansion of Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT): The Supreme Court has proposed establishing new AFT …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla celebrated women’s leadership at the ‘Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0’ event, emphasizing empowerment, gender equality, and grassroots development, with over 500 tribal women representatives participating in the historic gathering. Empowering Women for Socio-Economic Transformation: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized the critical role of women leadership in …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States Why in the News? The ruling government, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party/National Democratic Alliance (BJP/NDA), is seriously pursuing the One Nation, One Election (ONOE) framework. Introduction ONOE aims to synchronise Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections into a single electoral cycle. Proponents …
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