Context: The role of Quality Forensic Labs and well Trained staff in the criminal Justice System What is Forensic Science? forensic science is the application of the methods of the natural and physical sciences in matters of criminal and civil crime. Applicable in the investigation and prosecution of crimes such as rape, murder, and drug tra... .Read more
Updated on 28 May, 2022 GS2 Governance
Context: A Vacancy of 5 months in the topmost office of the defense service hierarchy is a matter of public anxiousness. Who is the CDS: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is a post that acts as the single-stop advisor to the Government of India in the matters of India's military. The CDS is the head of the Army, Navy, and Air Force and is to be a four-star... .Read more
Updated on 26 May, 2022 GS2 Polity Governance
Context: In May 2022 The Supreme Court of India directed the Centre and States to suspend all pending trials, appeals, and proceedings with respect to the charges framed under Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which deals with the offense of sedition. Stand of Central Government on the Law of Sedition: The central government is on the stage of ... .Read more
Updated on 26 May, 2022 GS2 Polity Governance
CONTEXT The Supreme Court has directed the Union government to submit “contemporaneous data” to show their application of mind while providing for reservation in promotion for people belonging to Scheduled Castes (SCs) & Scheduled Tribes (STs). About the Supreme Court Directions The court has said that the data must relate to the ... .Read more
Updated on 25 February, 2022 GS2 Governance
CONTEXT The government has banned the import of drones with immediate effect, except for research and development, defence and security purposes. BAN ON IMPORT OF DRONES The Directorate General of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry notified the Indian Trade Classification (Harmonised System), effecting the prohibition of drone... .Read more
Updated on 12 February, 2022 GS2 Governance
CONTEXT The Delhi government has integrated its financial assistance schemes with the National Social Assistance Program, Pension Payment System. It would ensure greater transparency as beneficiaries are Aadhaar linked and would leave no room for malfeasance as the whole process would get digitized from end to end. REFORMING GOVERNANCE The ... .Read more
Updated on 10 February, 2022 GS2 Governance