Current Affair Category: Social Issues

Why in News? India welcomed its first Generation Beta baby, Frankie Remruatdika Zadeng, on January 1, 2025, in Aizawl, Mizoram. First Generation Beta (Gen Beta) – Overview and History:  Gen Beta (Born 2025-2039): Children born between 2025 and 2039 are designated as Generation Beta (Gen Beta). This cohort will grow up in a world that […]

School Dropout Rates in India (2024 vs. 2019) Improvement in Overall Education Continuation Nationally, the share of students continuing education into higher grades has improved significantly in 2024 compared to 2019. Girls: Over 80 girls out of every 100 who started schooling completed their secondary education without dropping out in 2024 (up from 73.5 in […]

 Botanist K. S. Manilal: Personal Background Full Name: Kattungal Subramaniam Manilal (K.S. Manilal). Death: Passed away at the age of 86 in Thrissur, Kerala, after prolonged illness. Hometown: Paravur, Ernakulam district, Kerala. Academic Background: PhD in Botany and served as a faculty member at the University of Kerala and later at the University of Calicut. […]

Synthetic Drugs: Synthetic drugs are chemically manufactured substances that mimic the effects of natural drugs but are produced in laboratories rather than being derived from natural sources. They can have potent effects on the brain and body and are often created to circumvent drug regulations or produce more intense effects than their natural counterparts. Types […]

India’s India Domestic Migration Declines By Nearly 12%: This point highlights a significant decrease in domestic migration in India, with the migrant population falling by 11.78% compared to the 2011 census. The decline suggests shifts in migration patterns within the country, possibly driven by economic or social factors. Decline in Migrant Population and Migration Rate: […]

PwC’s Global Economic Crime Survey 2024 provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolving landscape of economic crimes, drawing insights from nearly 2,500 companies across over 60 countries and territories. Key Findings: Prevalence of Economic Crime: A significant number of organizations have encountered economic crimes in the past 24 months, with procurement fraud, cybercrime, and corruption […]

Why in News? The  completions of  9 years  of Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan  was recently highlighted in major news papers. The article highlights Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan (Accessible India Campaign) as a transformative initiative launched to create an inclusive environment for persons with disabilities (PwDs) in India. It reflects on its achievements over the past nine years […]

Electronic Tracking of Undertrials on Bail: Benefits and Challenges: Why in News? This article explores the concept of electronically tracking undertrial prisoners released on bail, a measure proposed to address India’s prison overcrowding crisis. What is Electronic Tracking of Prisoners? It refers to the use of electronic devices, such as ankle bracelets, wristbands, or other […]

What India’s AI Safety Institute could do?  Article Published : The Hindu ( 02/12/2024) Important for –GS 3 Gist/ Summary of the Article: The article discusses the plans of the Indian government, through the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), to establish an AI Safety Institute under the IndiaAI Mission. This initiative aligns with […]

Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet has recently  approved ‘One Nation One Subscription’, a new central government scheme to ensure country-wide access to scholarly research articles and journal publications. The Modi government has allocated Rs 6,000 crore for a period of three years for the initiative which is in line with the […]