Day: March 19, 2016

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Insights into Editorial: Privacy is a fundamental right

Insights into Editorial: Privacy is a fundamental right 19 March 2016 Article Link The Central government has forced the Aadhaar Bill through Parliament in a week. However, as cited by many experts, there are extensive threats to privacy contained within this legislation. The Aadhaar bill seeks to institutionalise an extensive, pervasive database that links multiple …

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Insights Daily Current Events, 19 March 2016

Insights Daily Current Events, 19 March 2016 Archives   Paper 2 Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance- applications, models, successes, limitations, and potential; citizens charters, transparency & accountability and institutional and other measures. SC allows pictures of governors, chief ministers and minister in govt advertisements Modifying its earlier order, the Supreme Court, …

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[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 19 March 2016

[Insights Secure – 2016] UPSC Mains Questions on Current Events: 19 March  2016 Archives – Secure 2016 Click on EACH question to post/read  answers. General Studies – 1; Topic: Globalisation 1) In recent months, criticism against globalization is increasing from many quarters. Analyse these criticisms. (200 Words) The Indian Express Topic: Role of women; Social empowerment 2) …

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7) It was reported in the media that the Government of India has privately reassured US–India Business Council (USIBC) that it would not use Compulsory Licenses for commercial purposes. This reassurances has been labelled as unethical. Critically comment why.

Topic:Ethical issues in international relations  7) It was reported in the media that the Government of India has privately reassured US–India Business Council (USIBC) that it would not use Compulsory Licenses for commercial purposes. This reassurances has been labelled as unethical. Critically comment why. (150 Words) EPW

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5) It is said that despite having a national cybersecurity policy, risks to our critical infrastructure remain. What are the main cyber threats that India is likely to face? What are the weaknesses of cybersecurity policy? Discuss.

Topic: Basics of cybersecurity 5) It is said that despite having a national cybersecurity policy, risks to our critical infrastructure remain. What are the main cyber threats that India is likely to face? What are the weaknesses of cybersecurity policy? Discuss. (200 Words) The Hindu

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4) The Rapid Survey on Children shows a new trend of an increased access to healthcare by marginalised communities like Dalits, Adivasis and Other Backward Classes which have made substantial gains in the last decade. However much needs to be achieved in the realm of nutrition and sanitation where these communities remain acutely deprived. Discuss.

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health 4) The Rapid Survey on Children shows a new trend of an increased access to healthcare by marginalised communities like Dalits, Adivasis and Other Backward Classes which have made substantial gains in the last decade. However much needs to be achieved in the …

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3) Recently the Punjab government passed the Punjab Satluj-Yamuna Link Canal Land (Transfer of Property Rights) Bill, 2016 (SYL Bill). The Bill has given rise to several issues related to inter-state relations and the role of Centre and Supreme Court in matters like dealing with water disputes. Critically comment on these issues with reference to SYL Bill.

Topic: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, 3) Recently the Punjab government passed the Punjab Satluj-Yamuna Link Canal Land (Transfer of Property Rights) Bill, 2016 (SYL Bill). The Bill has given rise to several issues related to inter-state relations and the role of Centre and Supreme …

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2) It is said that the Mahila Samakhya Programme that began in 1989 has made significant contributions to women’s empowerment in a little over 25 years. Critically evaluate the programme’s success and comment whether it’s time to scrap it or merge it with other schemes

Topic: Role of women; Social empowerment 2) It is said that the Mahila Samakhya Programme that began in 1989 has made significant contributions to women’s empowerment in a little over 25 years. Critically evaluate the programme’s success and comment whether it’s time to scrap it or merge it with other schemes. (200 Words) EPW