Introduction In a significant development, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, has introduced the draft ‘Green Credit Programme (GCP)’ implementation rules for 2023. This initiative, announced in the 2023-24 Union Budget, aims to harness a competitive market-based approach to incentivize voluntary environmental actions by various stakeholders. The GCP is positioned […]
India-Maldives row: Escalating Strains in India-Maldives Relations Amidst Online Spats,Building Bridges🏖️
International Relation#UPSC Context: India-Maldives row An online dispute that initially seemed unrelated to the India-Maldives escalated into a three-day conflict, eventually extending into the real world. This unexpected turn of events led to the summoning of the Maldivian envoy on Monday. The disagreement originated online and was seized upon by Maldivian politicians, despite its lack […]
On Truck Drivers’ Protests – Striking fear
Truck drivers Protests are concerned about Section 106 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) due to its impact on hit-and-run accident cases: Issues raised with these provisions: The contention revolves around the belief that solely increasing prison terms might not effectively address the multifaceted challenges related to road accidents. Instead, there’s a call for a […]
All India Judicial Service (AIJS): A Comprehensive Overview
All India Judicial Service (AIJS): Key Aspects Definition: Objective: Origin: Constitutional Basis: Current System of District Judges’ Recruitment: Feasibility of AIJS Implementation: Advantages: Challenges: The Way Forward: Conclusion: As of 2023, no consensus on AIJS exists due to diverging opinions. A balanced approach considering pros and cons, with judicious structure, can make AIJS viable. Key […]
Ram Mandir: Harmony in Stone
Ram Mandir In Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India, a celestial haven is unfurling as the sacred Ram Mandir takes shape in honor of Rama, a revered deity in Hinduism, and the acknowledged cornerstone of the Ram Janmabhoomi. This sacred ground, once marked by the Babri Masjid, witnessed a transformative moment in 2019 when the Supreme Court […]
Suspension of MPs from Parliament
In News: Recent developments in India have raised concerns about the state of democracy, particularly regarding the suspension of opposition MPs. Here are the key points: Suspension of MPs from Parliament Process of Suspension of MPs: General Principle: The general principle is that the Presiding Officer (Speaker of Lok Sabha or Chairman of Rajya Sabha) […]
High Courts of India – Number of High Courts in India, Jurisdiction & Composition (UPSC polity)
High Courts of India The High Court serves as the paramount judicial authority within each state in India, standing as the second-highest judicial body in the country, following the Supreme Court of India. With a total of 25 High Courts established across various states, it holds immense significance for UPSC 2022 exam aspirants, encompassing essential […]
Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha: Members, Chairman, Elections of Rajya Sabha – Indian Polity UPSC
Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Delve into the heart of India’s parliamentary system by exploring the nuanced differences between Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. As integral components of the Indian Parliament, each house plays a unique role in shaping the country’s democratic landscape. Uncover the distinctions in composition, functions, and representations that define Lok Sabha […]
The Paris Agreement
What is the Paris Agreement? The Paris Agreement, adopted at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP21) in 2015, is a legally binding treaty involving 196 Parties. It came into force on November 4, 2016, with the primary objective of curbing global temperature rise. Objectives: Global Temperature Targets: The primary goal is to limit the increase […]
WHAT IS A COP?
Institutional Background: The United Nations Earth Summit convened in Rio in 1992, laying the foundation for the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). This convention established a legal framework for global collaboration in addressing climate change. The term COP, representing “Conference of Parties,” refers to high-level conferences that assemble states, regional organizations, and non-state […]