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Why in the news? Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a resolution urging the Union government to revoke Hindustan Zinc Limited’s tungsten mining license in Madurai, citing threats to biodiversity, archaeological heritage, and environmental concerns, following local protests and opposition. TN Assembly Opposes Tungsten Mining in Madurai: The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution requesting …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The sale of alcohol at Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival has sparked protests from church bodies, amid discussions on revising the state’s prohibition law due to smuggling and health concerns. Controversial Decision to Allow Alcohol: The sale of alcohol at Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival has sparked criticism from influential church bodies in the state. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court declared conversions motivated by reservation benefits impermissible, emphasizing genuine belief and rejecting fraudulent claims undermining the Constitution’s ethos and reservation policies. SC’s Stand on Fraudulent Conversions: The Supreme Court ruled that religious conversions driven by reservation benefits are impermissible and termed such acts as a “fraud on the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 2 – Caste system in India, Prison reforms Why in News In October 2023, the Supreme Court of India declared such caste-based divisions of labor unconstitutional, providing much-needed reform to these outdated practices. Focus : This article explores the deep-rooted caste-based discrimination prevalent in Indian prison systems, tracing its colonial origins and …
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