Why? PM Modi is scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from February 13-14, 2024. This is Mr. Modi’s seventh visit to the UAE since 2015 and the third in the last eight months. Approach: Introduce your answer by emphasizing UAE’s significance for India’s engagement in the West Asia. In the main body, first […]
Why? The Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly has passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill (U-UCC) recently and if ratified by the President will become the law in the state. Approach: Introduce your answer with Article 44 and the concept of the Uniform Civil Code. In the main body, summarize key provisions of the U-UCC. Next discuss the
Why? The FDA’s approval of Casgevy and Lyfgenia, utilizing CRISPR/Cas9 for treating sickle cell anaemia and beta-thalassemia, marks a revolutionary phase in gene editing’s potential. Approach: Introduce CRISPR-Cas9 as a ground-breaking genetic editing system. In the main body explain the CRISPR-Cas9 mechanism (gRNA and Cas9 enzyme interaction and double-strand cut in the DNA). Next discuss
Why? The BRICS is projected as an anti-West forum which does not fit into foreign engagements of several members such as India, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Egypt. The internal contradictions among various members would be a major impediment that could affect the functioning of this grouping in the future. Answer: BRICS, an acronym for
Why? Kerala has moved the Supreme Court contending that the Centre’s imposition of a Net Borrowing Ceiling (NBC) on the State, which limits borrowings from all sources, violates Article 293 of the Constitution. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining fiscal federalism and its significance for cooperative federalism. In the main body, list the Constitutional provisions
Why? While presenting the 2024 budget, Finance Minister promised a committee to study India’s population growth to ensure that the nation is on target to meet the Viksit Bharat goal by 2047. Approach: Introduce your answer by emphasizing the necessity to comprehend inter-state demographic variations for achieving the Viksit Bharat goal by 2047. In the main
Why? Civil society’s proactive engagement ensures that democracy remains vibrant, inclusive, accountable and responsive to the needs of the populace. Approach: Introduce your answer by briefly defining civil society and its importance in democratic governance and accountability. In the main body, discuss the contributions of civil society in fostering democratic governance through advocacy, political engagement,
Why? There is a serious underestimation of the risks involved in the internationalisation of bond markets and currencies of emerging economies. Approach: Introduce your answer with the decision by J.P. Morgan and Bloomberg to include Indian local currency government bonds (LCGBs) in their respective global indices. In the main body, highlight the potential benefits, including
Why? In the Interim Budget 2024-25, Finance Minister signalled the tapering of government spending and wants the private sector to step-up their investments. Approach: Introduce your answer with the Indian government’s fiscal consolidation efforts and the continued sluggishness in private sector investment. In the main body, discuss the reasons for muted private investment, ranging from
Why? India should balance its friendly ties with the military government while broadening the space for engagement with other stakeholders. At the same time, it must not interfere in Myanmar’s internal affairs. Approach: Start by highlighting Myanmar’s strategic location and its importance in India’s foreign policy, emphasizing its role as a gateway to ASEAN. In
