UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 1 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Syllabus: Indian Society: Issues related to Women Source: Indian Express Context: The article criticizes Foxconn for not hiring married women due to concerns about family duties and absenteeism. What are the Issues? Foxconn, an Apple supplier, reportedly does not hire married women, citing family duties and higher absenteeism as reasons. This highlights a broader …
GS1/GS2 Paper Syllabus: Issues Related to Women Context: The Supreme Court of India declared (in Selina John’s case) rules penalizing women employees for getting married as unconstitutional, citing gender discrimination and inequality. Background of the case: The case involved former lieutenant Selina John, who was discharged from the Military Nursing Service for getting married. …
