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25Apr 2025

SC Clears UGC Rules to Tackle Caste Discrimination

SC Clears UGC Rules to Tackle Caste Discrimination Why in the News ? The Supreme Court allowed notification of the UGC 2025 anti-discrimination regulations, despite concerns raised by mothers of Rohith Vemula and Payal Tadvi. It directed that a National Task Force will continue evaluating and improving the regulations if needed. Supreme Court’s Decision on …

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11Apr 2025

Jyotiba Phule: Pioneer of Social Justice and Education

Why in the News ? Mahatma Jyotiba Phule’s birth anniversary on April 11 reignites reflection on his revolutionary role in fighting caste discrimination, promoting women’s education, and advocating rationalism. His legacy remains deeply relevant in today’s ongoing struggle for equality and social justice. Phule’s Social Reform and Educational Work: Jyotiba Phule, born on April 11, …

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25Mar 2025

Reviving Lohia’s Socialist Vision for Inclusive India

Syllabus: GS-1 : Modern Indian History , Important Personalities Focus: On March 23, the 115th birth anniversary of Ram Manohar Lohia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered him as a visionary leader and social justice icon. His ideological legacy remains distorted and underutilized, making it crucial to revisit his contributions to social justice, political strategy, and …

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20Mar 2025

RIGHT TO DEVELOPMENT: A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT UNDER SCRUTINY

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 …

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03Jun 2024

NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR SCHEDULED TRIBES

The information you provided is accurate and describes the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) in India. The NCST is indeed a constitutional body established to safeguard the interests of Scheduled Tribes in the country. It was created through the 89th Constitution Amendment Act in 2003, which introduced Article 338A into the Indian Constitution. This …

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29May 2024

STILL NO SIGN OF THE LANGUAGE OF EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Syllabus: GS 2: Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population by the Centre and States and the Performance of these Schemes; Mechanisms, Laws, Institutions and Bodies constituted for the Protection and Betterment of these Vulnerable Sections. Why in the News? The 2024 Indian general election announcement by the Election Commission of India lacked sign …

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28May 2024

A MATTER OF BACKWARDNESS CALCUTTA HIGH COURT’S JUDGMENT ON OBC RESERVATION FOR MUSLIM

SYLLABUS: GS 2: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies. Focus: Calcutta High Court’s judgment on OBC reservation for Muslim backward classes fails to acknowledge that the quota is aimed at substantive equality Source: The leaflet Introduction The Indian Constitution promises social justice and permits special provisions for the …

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28May 2024

ACTIVISTS DEMAND JUDICIAL PROBE INTO BASTAR ANTI-NAXAL ENCOUNTERS

Why in the news? Tribal rights activists from Chhattisgarh gathered in Raipur to demand a judicial inquiry into recent anti-Naxal operations in Bastar. They specifically cited an encounter in Bijapur’s Pidiya village where 12 tribes were allegedly killed by security forces. About Chhattisgarh Bachao Andolan: Chhattisgarh convention: Tribals, farmers, and organizations gather in Raipur. Focus …

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20May 2024

LAND REFORMS IN INDIA

Land reforms represent a fundamental shift in the governance and utilization of land, aimed at benefiting the broader community and fostering a more equitable and productive agricultural sector. These reforms are multifaceted, targeting the redistribution of land, legalizing tenancy, empowering marginalized groups, and enhancing agricultural productivity. Definition and Purpose Land reforms encompass a broad spectrum …

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17May 2024

SHOULD RESERVATION IN JOBS ONLY BE PROPORTIONAL TO POPULATION?

Syllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population by the Centre and States Why in the News? The article is in the news due to ongoing debates about the fairness and constitutionality of proportional …

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