The Kyoto Protocol, the first international treaty to set legally binding targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions, was adopted 25 years ago, on 11 December 1997, in Kyoto, Japan. The agreement, which entered into force in 2005 and was ratified by 192 Parties, has since been superseded by the Paris … [Read more...] about Kyoto Protocol, 1997
Archives for January 2023
Synthetic Biology: All you need to know
What is Synthetic biology? What are the applications of Synthetic biology? How do they negatively impact you? Read here to know more The Ministry of Science & Technology's Department of Biotechnology recently released a draft foresight paper on synthetic biology. Energy, agriculture, and … [Read more...] about Synthetic Biology: All you need to know
National Commission for Women (NCW)
National Commission for Women (NCW) was established under the National Commission for Women Act, of 1990. It was established to ensure a fair and equal standard of living for women in India via judicial and constitutional changes. Read here to learn more about the NCW. The role of women in the … [Read more...] about National Commission for Women (NCW)
Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) – Mangalyaan Mission
What is Mars Orbiter Mission? What are the objectives of the Mangalyaan mission? What are the challenges faced? Read here to know more The Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), also known as Mangalyaan, was a space probe launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). MOM was launched on … [Read more...] about Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) – Mangalyaan Mission
Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
Government e-Marketplace (GeM) is a one-stop marketplace where common user goods and services can be procured. GeM is a dynamic, self-sustaining, and user-friendly portal for making procurement by Government officers. Read here to know more about the importance of GeM. Public procurement forms a … [Read more...] about Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
Philosophical Basis of Governance and Probity
The concept of probity in governance refers to the adherence to high ethical standards and the avoidance of corruption and abuse of power. How this is a crucial element of any system of governance. How can it help to ensure that the actions of those in positions of authority are guided by the public … [Read more...] about Philosophical Basis of Governance and Probity
Moral and Political Attitudes
What are moral and political attitudes? What are their characteristics? What are the four stages in the process of forming a political mindset? Read further to know more. An attitude is an appraisal of an object that is conveyed with a certain degree of intensity and can be either positive, … [Read more...] about Moral and Political Attitudes
Care Economy
What is Care Economy? What are the needs of the care economy in post covid society? What are the steps taken by India to promote the care economy? Read further to know more. The International Labor Organization (ILO) recently published a new report titled "Care at Work: Investing in Care Leave … [Read more...] about Care Economy
FAME India Scheme
In recent years, pollution from car emissions has considerably increased. The FAME India Scheme was introduced in 2015 by the Central Government of India to minimize pollution produced by diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles and to promote electric or hybrid vehicles in the country. Read here to … [Read more...] about FAME India Scheme
Transparency and Accountability: All you need to know
What are Transparency and Accountability? What are the needs for transparency and accountability in governance? What is the difference between them? What are the initiatives to enhance transparency and accountability in India? Read further to know more. Transparency and accountability are … [Read more...] about Transparency and Accountability: All you need to know
