General Studies Paper-2
Context: The varied demographic trends across Indian states raise significant concerns about their broader implications.
Demographic Trends in India
Implications of Aging Population
Global scenario
Way Ahead
General Studies Paper-2
Context: The Supreme Court affirmed that accessibility to environments, services, and opportunities is an essential human and fundamental right for persons with disabilities, yet this right is largely unfulfilled.
Disability rights in India
Key efforts Taken
Issues and Concerns
Suggestions and Way Forward
General Studies Paper-2
Context: According to National Health Accounts estimates for 2021-22, India has recorded a decline in out-of-pocket expenditure (OOPE).
The report suggests that the OOPE declined from 64.2% in 2013-14 to 39.4% in 2021-22.
Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE)
Reasons for the Decline in OOPE
Government Schemes
Implications of Reduced OOPE for India’s Healthcare System
Concluding remarks
General Studies Paper-3
Context: The “Adaptation Gap Report 2024: Come Hell and High Water” was released by the United Nations Environment Programme.
Adaptation Gap Report (AGR)
Key Highlights
Challenges in bridging the Finance Gap
Policy Recommendations
General Studies Paper-3
Context: The Tamil Nadu government introduced the Tamil Nadu Repowering, Refurbishment, and Life Extension Policy for Wind Power Projects – 2024, aiming to enhance wind energy output by repowering or refurbishing small wind turbines.
However stakeholders have raised objections to the policy, citing concerns about its effectiveness.
Wind Energy Potential in India
India’s Targets
Challenges
Government Initiatives
General Studies Paper-2
Context: The Supreme Court ruled that an institution founded by a minority community retains its minority status even when recognized by statute.
Case Background
Supreme Court’s Observations
General Studies Paper-3
Context: A workshop on drone technology in fisheries was held at ICAR-CMFRI, Kochi.
About Fisheries and Aquaculture sector
Technology in Fisheries
Importance
Issues and Concerns
Conclusion and Way Forward
General Studies Paper-3
Context: According to the National Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Portal, from 2014 to 2023, ₹1.84 lakh crore of CSR funds were disbursed.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Thrust Areas for CSR Initiatives
Need in Agriculture sector
CSR Contributions to Agriculture
Main Challenges
Future Recommendations
This would enhance targeting, transparency, and assessment of CSR contributions to agriculture.
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Context: Recently, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has invited proposals for setting up ‘Centres of Excellence (CoE) under Research and Development (R&D) Scheme’ of ‘National Green Hydrogen Mission’.
About the Centres of Excellence for Research and Development on Green Hydrogen
Key Features of the Initiative
Expected Outcomes
Conclusion
General Studies Paper-2
Context: The Australian government has announced plans to introduce legislation restricting social media access for children under 16, aiming to mitigate potential harms associated with online platforms.
Social Media
Harmful effects of social media on children
Social Media Regulation in India
IT Rules 2021:
Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023:
Global Social Media Regulations for Children
Issues with Banning Social Media for Children
Way Ahead
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