What’s in the news? The Centre has done away with the “no-detention” policy for Classes 5 and 8, paving the way for schools to fail students who are unable to clear year-end exams. The Ministry of Education has published a …
About Lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis, is a neglected tropical disease. It is a parasitic disease caused by microscopic, thread-like worms. The adult worms only live in the human lymph system. The lymph system maintains the body’s fluid balance …
What are Urban vegetated canopies? Vegetated canopies are tensioned sail-like structures that are anchored to the facades (front exterior face or elevation of a building) of buildings. They mimic natural canopies found in forests. It aims at incorporating greenery, such …
What is Tele-law service? Tele-law is a service that uses video conferencing facilities and telephone services to connect lawyers to litigants who need legal advice. This service aims to reach out to the needy, especially the marginalized and disadvantaged. The …
About The Immunization Programme in India was introduced in 1978 as the ‘Expanded Programme of Immunization’ (EPI) by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. In 1985, the programme was modified as ‘Universal Immunization Programme’ (UIP) to be implemented in …
Background In 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced a regulatory framework for banks to accept green deposits from customers. Under the new framework, banks that accept green deposits will have to disclose more information on how they invest …
The Indian Constitution is not merely a legal document setting out the fundamental laws for governance of India, but also a living and dynamic document. This document was designed to address the diverse aspirations of the Indian people. Amendment means …
Article 22 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that ‘Everyone, as a member of society, has the right to social security and is entitled to realization of the economic, social and cultural rights indispensable for his dignity and …
Differently abled Physicist Stephen Hawking said about Helen Keller, “She has taught us that even disability cannot become an obstacle in living life to the fullest.” Many differently abled people including world famous physicist Stephen William Hawking, the first divyangjan …
Background The Northeastern Region occupies a special position as far as the status of Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Caste communities of the country is concerned. The region is by and large inhabited by various tribal communities, and four (Arunachal Pradesh, …