About AIT It was German linguist Max Muller who in the 19th century proposed that 3,000-4,000 years ago an Indo-European (the Aryans) tribe invaded the subcontinent and brought along with it Indo-Aryan religion (Hinduism) , its culture and the caste …
What’s in the news? The Ministry of Civil Aviation has released the draft National Air Sports Policy (NASP) for public feedback. Significance India has the potential to be among the leading nations in the world of air sports. It has …
Background Substantial dependence on rainfall makes cultivation in unirrigated areas a high risk, less productive profession. Empirical evidence suggests that assured or protective irrigation encourages farmers to invest more in farming technology and inputs leading to productivity enhancement and increased …
Context A recent religious conclave held in Haridwar witnessed inflammatory and provocative speeches. What is ‘hate speech’? There is no specific legal definition of ‘hate speech’. Provisions in law criminalise speeches, writings, actions, signs and representations that foment violence and …
There is no specific legal definition of ‘hate speech’. Provisions in law criminalise speeches, writings, actions, signs and representations that foment violence and spread disharmony between communities and groups and these are understood to refer to ‘hate speech’. Hate Speech …
Why in News: The Sahitya Akademi announced its awards for 2021. About the awards The Sahitya Akademi award is considered as the Government of India’s second-highest literary honour, following the Jnanpith prize. The Akademi is under the central government’s Ministry …
What is in news The Simorgh satellite launcher is the latest development from Iran for carrying research cargo into space. Recently, Iran also announced a successful test of its most powerful solid fuel satellite launcher to date, the Zoljanah. Reference: …
What’s in the news? Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has launched a 100 days reading campaign ‘Padhe Bharat’. The launch of 100 Days Reading Campaign is in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 which emphasises on promotion of …
About Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, (FCRA), 2010 The FCRA 2010 regulates the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contribution by individuals, associations and companies. Foreign contribution is the donation or transfer of any currency, security or article (of beyond a specified …
The United Nations represents a vast world, and it is ironic that such an important entity has just 5 permanent members. The current Security Council membership reflects post-Globe War II reality and, as a result, is out of step with …