About the Index Global Innovation Index (GII) is co-published annually by Cornell University, INSEAD Business School, and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), a specialized agency of the United Nations. GII ranks global economies according to their innovation capabilities, using …
How is citizenship acquired in India? In India, citizenship is regulated by the Citizenship Act, 1955. The Act specifies that citizenship may be acquired in India through five methods – by birth in India, by descent, through registration, by naturalisation …
About AIIB The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is an international development bank that provides financing for infrastructure projects in Asia. Headquartered in Beijing, it began operations in 2016. It includes more than 100 members worldwide (India is a founder …
Government of India has been taking various policy initiatives for promotion and strengthening of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms through amendment in existing laws and by enactments, for facilitating quick disposal of disputes, outside of traditional court systems. As a …
Why in News: The Ministry of Home Affairs called “a major lapse in the security of the PM” when the Prime Minister’s cavalcade stranded on a flyover in Punjab due to a protest by farmers recently. Genesis Following the suggestions …
About PBD Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention is the flagship event of the Ministry of External Affairs and provides an important platform to engage and connect with the overseas Indians. It is celebrated on January 9 once in every two …
What’s in the news? The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is set to organize the first-ever Startup India Innovation Week from 10th -16th of January 2022. This virtual week-long innovation celebration aims to commemorate the 75th …
About Guru Gobind Singh was the tenth and last Sikh Guru who became the leader of the Sikhs at the age of 9 after Guru Tegh Bahadur was beheaded. He was a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher. In 1699, …
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content. …
What’s the news? According to an ‘Action Plan for Introduction of Cheetah in India’, released by the environment ministry during the 19th meeting of National Tiger Conservation Authority, a cohort of around 12 to 14 cheetahs will be imported from …