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:…
Why in News ? Bangladesh is witnessing a severe measles outbreak, with 12 more child deaths reported in 24 hours. Rising infections, testing kit shortages, and declining immunisation coverage have raised concerns over the country’s public health preparedness. Rapid Spred Of Measles Across Bangladesh: Public Health Challenges And Vaccine Concerns About Measles And Immunisation :● …
Why in News ? The Supreme Court, while hearing the Sabarimala review reference, expressed concern over growing judicial intervention in religious matters and debated the balance between religious autonomy, constitutional morality, and protection of fundamental rights. This debate on judicial review scope parallels ongoing discussions in environmental jurisprudence regarding state intervention. Supreme Court’s Concerns On…
Why in News ? The Supreme Court expressed concern over increasing judicial intervention in religious matters while hearing cases linked to the Sabarimala review proceedings and the constitutional validity of practices like excommunication in religious communities. Supreme Court’s Concerns Over Judicial Intervention: Debate Around Excommunication And Religious Rights ○ Community spaces ○ Burial…
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court questioned the speedy appointment of Election Commissioners compared to delays in appointing Supreme Court judges while hearing petitions challenging the CEC and EC (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023. Supreme Court’s Key Observations : Concerns Over Election Commissioner Appointment Process ○ Prime…
Why in News ? The Supreme Court recently ruled that a medical negligence case does not automatically end after the death of the accused doctor. Legal heirs can be implemented in proceedings for claims involving financial loss linked to the deceased doctor’s estate. This ruling clarifies the scope of ex post facto liability in civil…
Why in the News ? Recent scientific studies warn that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) may weaken by nearly 59% by 2100 due to climate change and Arctic ice melt. Scientists fear this could disrupt global climate systems, including India’s crucial summer monsoon. These findings, based on comprehensive environmental impact assessment models, highlight the…
Why in the News? Key observations of the Supreme Court Significance of the judgment Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016● Objective: Ensures equality, dignity, and inclusion for persons with disabilities in line with the UN Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities.● Expanded categories: Increased recognised disabilities from 7 to 21 categories.● Rights provided:…
Why in the News? Key findings of the NCRB report Implications and emerging concerns National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)● Establishment: NCRB was set up in 1986 under the Ministry of Home Affairs.● Primary role: Acts as the central agency for crime data collection, analysis, and publication in India.● Major publication: Releases the annual Crime in…
Why in the News? Key highlights of the summit Significance for India and global conservation International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)● Launch: Officially launched by Narendra Modi in 2023.● Objective: Promote global cooperation for the protection and conservation of seven major big cat species while ensuring environmental clearance compliance.● Nature: A multilateral platform for knowledge-sharing, funding…