February 2023 -

Case Study of the Day: Mainstreaming Gender in Gram Panchayat Development Plans

February 20, 2023

Background: The story of Morjim and Camorlim Gram Panchayats in Goa show how mainstreaming gender in Gram Panchayat Development Plans can result in inclusive development. About the Case The strategy for development in the Morjim and Camorlim Gram Panchayat: Target to strive for greater and active participation of women in Gram Sabhas for gender-inclusive GPDPs, …

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Editorial of the Day: A Refocused MGNREGS can Benefit Rural Women (HT)

February 20, 2023

The reduced allocation of funds in the Budget 2023-24 for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) has disappointed many stakeholders. MGNREGS is one of the world’s largest welfare schemes, and had helped millions sustain their lives during Covid pandemic. Now is the time to make efforts to ensure that those left on …

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Polio Vaccine

February 20, 2023

Context: West Bengal government announced that it was introducing an additional dose of injectable polio vaccine as part of the Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP) for children. About Polio Disease Poliomyelitis (polio) is a highly infectious disease that is caused by the polio virus. Virus is transmitted by person-to-person spread mainly through the faecal-oral route Poliovirus …

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Stock Market Regulation in India

February 20, 2023

Context: The Supreme Court has asked the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the government to produce the existing regulatory framework in place to protect investors from share market volatility. About Stock Market Stock Market: It is a place where publicly traded companies’ stocks are bought and sold, allowing investors to buy shares …

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Ocean Resources, Types, Examples, Characteristics & Formation

February 20, 2023

Ocean Resources Marine Resources are the resources which we derive from the oceans. The ocean is the most prominent feature on the planet. oceans cover 70.8 per cent of the earth’s surface. The ocean is linked to the beginning and development of life on Earth. On this planet, the oceans have a vast history. The …

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The Hindu Newspaper Analysis 20 February 2023

February 20, 2023

The Hindu Newspaper Analysis for UPSC The Hindu Newspaper Analysis 18 February 2023 In 2022, over 2.25 lakh Indians renounced Indian citizenship, the highest since 2011, according to data from the Ministry of External Affairs. The data reflect how Indians, especially high net-worth individuals (HNIs), are moving westward in search of better opportunities, healthcare, quality …

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UPSC Prelims News 18 February 2023

February 18, 2023

UPSC Prelims News of 18 February 2023 Unlawful Activities Prevention Act Context: The Union Home Ministry has recently designated Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) and Jammu and Kashmir Ghaznavi Force (JKGF) as terrorist organizations, under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. About the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 UAPA was passed in …

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Editorial of the Day: Does the Budget Give the Agriculture Sector a Boost? (The Hindu Businessline)

February 18, 2023

The Finance Minister has highlighted seven priorities in Budget 2023-24, including inclusive development, green growth and youth power. As agriculture is an integral part of inclusive development, the budget gives focus to animal husbandry, dairy and fisheries; setting up digital infrastructure for agriculture; and production of millets. The focus on the agriculture and allied sectors is …

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Case Study of the Day: Jal Dal- Children’s Institutions for Water Management

February 18, 2023

Background: The Jal Dal initiative in Godawas village (Barmer district) of Rajasthan has demonstrated the impact of a community driven initiative in terms of resource management. About Jal Dal Initiative Prior situation in Godawas village The Government School in Godawas experienced poor enrolment and attendance rates, due to lack of availability of drinking water. Children …

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National Guidelines for Organ Transplantation

February 18, 2023

Context: The Union Health Ministry has removed a clause in the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation guidelines that had a provision only for patients less than 65 years of age to register for transplantation. New Guidelines Age Cap: The upper age limit has been removed as there is longer life expectancy. o Earlier, according to the NOTTO …

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