India and Spain, though geographically distant, share a relationship built on a foundation of shared values, democratic principles, and a commitment to mutual development. Their bilateral relations have grown in breadth and depth, spanning political, economic, and cultural domains. In today’s interconnected world, the India-Spain partnership holds significant potential, not …
The government of India has recently announced a 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Economic reservation came into force by an amendment of the constitution, which is the 124th amendment of the Indian constitution. EWS Reservation Eligibility criterion that describes Economically Weaker Sections is based on their family income …
The Uniform Civil Code is the application of one national civil irrespective of their religion. The uniform civil code covers various areas like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption. As these matters are secular in nature they can be enacted through a uniform law. In other words, this can be termed …
Nationalism and Pluralism Nationalism Nationalism is a multidimensional concept oriented towards gaining and maintaining self-governance and full sovereignty over a territory of historical significance to the group (such as its homeland). therefore seeks to preserve the nation’s culture and often involves a sense of pride in the nation’s achievements. Nationalism …
In recent years, India and Canada, two prominent democracies, have found themselves embroiled in a complex diplomatic tangle. This tension has generated significant interest on the global stage due to the nations’ shared values of democracy, multiculturalism, and economic ties. The current diplomatic strain, however, is primarily attributed to geopolitical …
The Covid-19 pandemic continues to bleed humanity with over 500,000 deaths. One therapy that has shown promise against Covid-19, is the Convalescent Plasma Therapy (CPT). Several World Health Organization (WHO Solidarity Trial) sponsored and State-led trials to fight against the pandemic are in the process. Amid this India has moved …
The recent Galwan valley incident at the LAC has again brought underlying tension in the Indo-China relations at the forefront. It is an important topic for the UPSC Mains examination. This article briefly covers India-China Relations post-1947. India – China Political Relations Post Independence, in 1950 India was among the …
In December 2019, there was a cluster of pneumonia cases in China. Therefore, investigations were carried out and found that the pneumonia is caused by a previously unknown virus. Thereafter, the virus named as 2019 Novel Corona Virus or Covid 19. Researchers used next-generation sequencing to identify the novel human …
The Rajya Sabha passed the Citizenship Amendment Bill on Wednesday, 11th December 2019. The president of India signed the bill on December 12,2019. The nation is undergoing widespread protests against the bill.125 lawmakers supported the bill while 99 voted against the bill. This article explains about the Citizenship Amendment Bill …
The plan of conducting state polls and Lok Sabha polls together has been proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister called an all-party meeting on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, to discuss simultaneous polls. “One India One Election” means holding Lok Sabha and state assembly elections together. How India …
India successfully conducted an Anti- Satellite Missile Test, named as Mission Shakti, in which an Anti- Satellite missile system (ASAT) was shot down the Low Earth Orbit satellite within three minutes of launch. The mission was conducted by Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) on March 27, 2019 from Dr …
Brexit is a common term which comes in news in these days. After reading this, our readers will get a clear idea about Brexit, the European Union and how Brexit will affect the globe and India. What is Brexit? Brexit is a word used to say the UK leaving the …
C Vigil App is an android-based application launched by the election commission of India to monitor poll code violations by various political parties and candidates. This is a unique internet-based application and C vigil stands for citizen’s vigil. It was launched on July 3rd, 2018 and it latter was used …
Now Banking Crisis in India is a hot topic as you know many business men looted bank and escaped to foreign countries. In the 2008 , crisis loomed world over , all major economics effected and growth rated declined , inflation doubled, unemployment increased. However it’s impact was minuscule in …
This Prelims Current Affairs Quiz is an attempt to introduce concepts and certain important facts from current affairs relevant to UPSC prelims 2018. It is actually a test of your awareness from the recent happenings. If your score is good that means you are giving an attention to current events …
This Prelims Current Affairs Quiz is an attempt to introduce concepts and certain important facts from current affairs relevant to UPSC prelims 2018. It is actually a test of your awareness from the recent happenings. If your score is good that means you are giving an attention to current events …
Interlinking of Rivers project is an idea to transfer water from surplus river basins to ease the water shortages in western and southern India. It comprises of 30 links to connect 37 Himalayan and peninsular rivers. It is a proposed large scale civil engineering project that aims to link Indian rivers by …
The unfortunate deaths of around 60 children in Baba Raghav medical college whether its due to lack of oxygen supply or inappropriate treatment for contagious diseases (like Japanese Encephalitis) put a question mark on government and health care delivery systems. Although, actual reason behind the incident is not clear, both …
Various agreements were made by nations across the world to protect environment and to curb ozone layer depletion. For example, the Paris agreement, the Montreal protocol was some of the environmental treaties to overcome the climate changes. Apart from all these agreements, what makes the Kigali agreement different? What is …
The Mental Health Care Bill 2017 approved by Lok sabha, following its approval from Rajya sabha in August 2016 and signed by President in 2017. This bill aims a widespread change in care to mentally ill persons. This bill will be a breakthrough in the field of health care delivery …