More than 60 years now, Tibetan Democracy Day is globally celebrated on September 2, every year.
How the CTA (the Tibetan government-in-exile) works?
Every Tibetan above 18 with their Green Book, the main document of identity, is allowed to register in the voter’s list. |
India’s official policy towards the CTA:
The Global stance:
Recently, the government has announced to form a committee to explore the feasibility of "one nation, one election".
About the Committee:
The Cycle of Simultaneous Elections in India
Urge for ‘One nation, one election’:
Constitutional and Statutory Provisions Relevant to the Issue:
Views on Simultaneous elections:
Benefits:
Challenges and Concerns:
In seven years of ‘Clean Ganga Mission’, only 20% of sewage in major states along the Ganga is treated which is estimated to increase to 60% by 2026.
About National Mission to Clean Ganga (NMCG):
Initiatives related to Ganga:
Ganga River System:
Key facts:
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced its first-ever solar mission on 2nd September, 2023, named as Aditya-L1 Missionthat could revolutionise the understanding of the Sun's dynamics and space weather.
About the Mission:
What is L1 point?
Why study of Sun is significant?
Key facts about Sun:
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Polity and Governance (GS-II)
Competition Commission of India
Recently, the Competition Commission has approved Tata Group's proposed acquisition of debt-laden Air India as well as its two subsidiaries.
About the deal:
The Competition Commission of India:
Polity and Governance (GS-II)
Special session of Parliament
The government has announced a ‘Special Session of Parliament’ from September 18-22.
What does a Special session mean?
Constitutional Provisions:
Science and Technology (GS-III)
Mahendragiri
The Indian Navy's new warship, Mahendragiri, developed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, was launched on September 1 in Mumbai.
About:
Personality in News
TharmanShanmugaratnam
Indian-origin economist TharmanShanmugaratnam has won the Presidential election in Singapore.
About:
Context:
Though the GDP growth rate and factors influencing it, seems to be fine as per projections by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), however there exists potential risks and uncertainties in India's economic landscape like inflation and agricultural concerns still exists.
India's Economic Growth in Q1
Challenges in Different Sectors
Risks and Outlook
Context:
China's economic slowdown sparks concerns of deflation, raising questions about its future and global ramifications, necessitating a deeper understanding.
The Growth Strategy:
Focus of China:
Political Economy and Reforms:
Context:
Recognition of fungi as a part of the ‘flora, fauna, funga’ trinity was long overdue. Studying and protecting them on equal footing with plants and animals is crucial.
Fungi and Uses
Recognizing Fungi's Importance
Unlocking Fungal Potential
Context:
After the criticism to temple visit of ISRO chairman, his reply mentioned that exploring the inner space is as relevant as for outer space. In contrast to pre-Enlightenment Western religions, Dharmic traditions encourage questioning and exploring instead of blind faith.
Recognizing Spiritual Exploration
Balancing Scientific and Spiritual Quests
Relation between Science and Spirituality
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