Why in the News? Key findings of the SBI Research Report Challenges and policy concerns GDP and economic growth● Gross Domestic Product (GDP): Measures the total value of goods and services produced within a country during a specific period.● Growth drivers: India’s GDP growth is largely supported by consumption, investment, government expenditure, and exports.● Role…
Why in the News? Key proposals under consideration Issue surrounding ride-hailing platforms Goods and Services Tax (GST)● Introduction: GST was introduced in India on 1 July 2017 as a destination-based indirect tax system.● Constitutional basis: Implemented through the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2016.● GST Council: A constitutional body under Article 279A responsible for recommending GST…
Why in the News? Key features of the digital database initiative Significance and challenges Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO)● Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation is India’s national regulatory authority for drugs and medical devices.● It functions under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.● CDSCO is headed by the Drugs Controller General of India…
Why in the News? Objectives and features of the mission Key focus areas under SEHAT Mission One Health approach● Concept: One Health recognises the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, emphasizing the need for a pollution free environment and sustainable practices.● Disease surveillance: It promotes integrated monitoring of zoonotic diseases and emerging health threats,…
Why in the News? Key appointments and profiles Significance of the appointments Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)● Creation of CDS: The post was created in 2019 following recommendations of the Kargil Review Committee and subsequent reforms.● Role: Acts as the single-point military adviser to the government and heads the Department of Military Affairs.● Objectives: Enhances…
Why in the News? Findings of the AIIMS medical board Legal and ethical significance Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971 ● Purpose: Regulates conditions under which pregnancy termination is legally permitted in India. ● 2021 amendment: Extended the upper limit for termination in certain categories from 20 weeks to 24 weeks. ● Medical boards:…
Why in the News? Features of the National Lok Adalat Significance of Lok Adalats Lok Adalat in India● Constitutional basis: Linked to Article 39A of the Constitution, which promotes equal justice and free legal aid.● Legal framework: Established under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.● Nature of awards: Decisions of Lok Adalats are final and…
Why in the News? Growth of the GLP-1 drug market Significance and health implications GLP-1 drugs and obesity management ● GLP-1 drugs: A class of medicines used for blood sugar control and weight management. ● Common drugs: Includes Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, and Liraglutide. ● Benefits: Help reduce blood glucose, delay gastric emptying, and promote weight loss….
Why in the News? Key findings of the report Challenges and recommendations Education reforms in India● Right to Education Act, 2009: Guarantees free and compulsory education for children aged 6–14 years.● NEP 2020: Focuses on holistic education, multidisciplinary learning, and improved learning outcomes.● UDISE+: Unified District Information System for Education Plus tracks school infrastructure and…
Why in the News? Key findings of the report Concerns and implications MGNREGS● Launch: Introduced in 2005 as a rights-based rural employment programme.● Objective: Guarantees 100 days of wage employment annually to rural households demanding unskilled work. ● Legal entitlement: Employment is demand-driven, and failure to provide work requires payment of unemployment allowance.● Key significance:…