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FISCAL FEDERALISM: EFFICIENCY VERSUS EQUITY CONCERNS Syllabus: GS-2: Centre State Fiscal relation Governance Devolution of Power Why in the News? The 16th Finance Commission (FC-16), chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its recommendations for the period 2026–2031. While retaining the 41% vertical devolution of Central taxes to States, it significantly restructures grants-in-aid, triggering debate over …
Read MoreSupreme Court Defines Limits of Obscenity and Profane Speech Why in the News ? A Zero FIR was registered over allegedly offensive remarks against the Prime Minister, reviving debate on the distinction between obscenity, profanity, defamation, and free speech under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and constitutional law. Legal Issues Surrounding the FIR: A Zero …
Read MoreCBDT Strengthens Crypto Tax Reporting Through OECD Framework Alignment Why in the News ? The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a comprehensive Guidance Note on crypto-asset reporting, aligning India’s tax framework with the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). The move aims to improve tax compliance, curb evasion, and enable automatic exchange of …
Read MoreFROM 1991, THREE FOREIGN POLICY LESSONS FOR MANAGING DISRUPTION OF CERTAINTIES Syllabus: GS 3: Effects of liberalisation on the economy. Economic reforms. Why in the News? The continuing Russia–Ukraine War, renewed instability in the Middle East, and disruptions in global energy supply chains have revived comparisons with the geopolitical crises of 1990–91. The article …
Read MorePOPULATION SPECTRES DO HARM. MANAGING DEMOGRAPHIC CHANGE IS THE CHALLENGE Syllabus: GS 1: Population and associated issues. GS2: Human resource. Why in the News? Growing debates over declining fertility, ageing populations, and population redistribution have renewed discussions on India’s demographic future. The article argues that instead of alarmist narratives about population explosion or population collapse, …
Read MoreBEYOND CHILDCARE, FOUR OTHER BARRIERS Syllabus: GS 3: Employment, Growth & Development Skill development. Human resources. Why in the News? The latest National Statistics Office (NSO) report highlights a significant rise in Female Labour Force Participation Rate (FLFPR) and women-led enterprises in India’s million-plus cities. However, persistent structural barriers continue to limit women’s economic participation …
Read MoreAIR POLLUTION PLAN NEEDS POLITICAL WILL, NOT AN EYE ON THE ELECTION CYCLE Syllabus: GS2: Issues related to development and management of social sector Health Why in the News? The Delhi Government’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0 seeks to accelerate the transition towards electric mobility by phasing out registrations of conventional vehicles. While the initiative …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT REJECTS PLEA AGAINST CASTE ENUMERATION IN CENSUS 2027 Why in the News? SC Verdict: The Supreme Court of India dismissed a plea opposing caste enumeration in Census 2027, upholding the regulatory framework for demographic data collection similar to basel 3 standards for comprehensive information gathering. Policy Matter: The Court observed that determining caste …
Read MoreAtmanirbharta Imperative Amid Weaponisation of Global Interdependence Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Bilateral Groupings & Agreements GS Paper – 3 Mobilization of Resources Employment Why in the News ? Growing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the weaponisation of trade, finance, and energy by major powers, …
Read MoreSUPPORT FOR MARGINALIZED INDIVIDUALS FOR LIVELIHOOD AND ENTERPRISE (SMILE) SCHEME Why in the News? Scheme Update: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment provided status update on implementation of the SMILE Scheme and its rehabilitation outcomes, drawing parallels with environmental clearance processes. Data Disclosure: Government reported identification and rehabilitation figures under the Beggary sub-scheme and status …
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