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Why in the News? Supreme Court ruling: The SC overturned an NGT order (2022) and a Madras HC decision (2024) halting development in Auroville. Key issue: Lack of environmental clearance cited as a reason for stopping construction. Balancing rights: The judgment emphasized striking a “golden balance” between the right to a clean environment and the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3- Poverty estimation, Human development , economic development Focus : The article critically examines whether poverty in India is being underestimated by exploring the challenges with poverty definitions, methodologies, and data collection practices. It analyzes urban-rural poverty trends, critiques multidimensional poverty indices, and discusses the need for a clear methodology for poverty …
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-3- Sustainable economic growth , policies and implementation ,Challenges and prospective solutions Focus : The article emphasizes that the mandate from the 2024 elections centers on prioritizing economic governance over ideological pursuits. It highlights the necessity for the new government to focus on economic growth, job creation, and reducing regional disparities. The coalition dynamics …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2 : Reservation India, Impact on various sections of society Focus: The article focuses on the ongoing political debate surrounding affirmative action and reservation policies in India, highlighting recent controversies, constitutional provisions, and Supreme Court rulings. It discusses the potential expansion of reservation caps and the inclusion of economically and socially backward groups …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Inclusive Growth Focus: The article scrutinizes contrasting perspectives on India’s economic recovery post-pandemic, emphasizing data reliability, structural reforms, and policy implications amid debates surrounding growth sustainability and the role of counter-cyclical measures. Source: Forbes Continued Robust Growth Amid …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. GS-3: Economic Development Why in the news? Recent reports highlight India’s struggles with inequality and low human development, urging policy reform and prioritisation of welfare. source:springer Focus: Recent reports highlight concerning trends in India’s development, particularly regarding human development and inequality. These reports …
Read MoreDefinitions of Poverty by Various Institutions and Organizations The concept of poverty is complex and multifaceted, with various institutions and organizations offering their definitions to capture the essence of what it means to live in poverty. World Bank’s Definition of Poverty The World Bank defines poverty as a severe deprivation of well-being, highlighting its multidimensional …
Read MoreIntroduction The Context of Independence In 1947, when the British colonial rule came to an end in India, the nation was left to chart its own course toward development and prosperity. The end of colonialism brought about a sense of freedom and autonomy; however, it also unveiled the multitude of challenges that lay ahead for …
Read MoreIntroduction The concept of progress within the realm of economics has undergone significant evolution over time. Initially, the term “progress” was predominantly used to describe advancements in the economic sector. This term broadly encapsulated improvements in the economic conditions of a country or region, without much differentiation in the nuances of economic change. However, as …
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