Author: Mentorship India

Read Time: 10 minutes ASI Copies Inscriptions from Three Temples in Thirukkurungudi What in News? The Epigraphy Division of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in Mysore has successfully copied inscriptions from three temples in Thirukkurungudi, Tirunelveli district, using the estampage method. Temples Involved Nambi Rayar Temple (Thirukoshtiyur Temple): Located in Thirukoshtiyur near Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu, this temple is… Continue reading Current Affair – 8 October 2024

Read Time: 9 minutes Knowledge Nugget of the Day: Classical Languages What in News? As the Union Cabinet extends the “classical language” designation to Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese, and Bengali. Classical Languages Classical languages are seen as custodians of India’s ancient cultural heritage. These languages preserve rich histories, literature, and traditions of their respective communities. Languages granted classical status… Continue reading Current Affair – 9 October 2024

Read Time: 10 minutes PM Modi to Visit Laos for ASEAN-India Summit Why in News? India’s relations with ASEAN are key to its diplomatic, economic, and security strategies in the Indo-Pacific region. What is the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)? ASEAN is a regional organization that fosters cooperation in the areas of economy, politics, and security. Established in… Continue reading Current Affair – 10 October 2024

Read Time: 14 minutes What is the National Agriculture Code, currently being formulated by Bureau of Indian Standards Why in News? On the lines of the existing National Building Code, the NAC will set standards across the agriculture cycle, from field preparation to storage of produce. Introduction The NAC aims to create a standardized framework for agricultural practices, ensuring… Continue reading Current Affair – 11 October 2024

Read Time: 13 minutes A critical message for the urban elite Why in the News? Our technology-enabled ecosystem could be making our cities unliveable. Overview The article highlights how urban heat waves worsen due to poor urban planning, with privileged communities shielded by technology, while marginalized groups suffer from inadequate design and extreme weather impacts. What Is an Urban… Continue reading Current Affair – 14 October 2024

Read Time: 11 minutes Ensuring a proper social safety net for the gig worker Why in News? Defining ‘employment relation’ in gig work is the key. Introduction The rise in gig workers in India has highlighted the absence of social security. The Ministry of Labour is drafting legislation to extend benefits like health insurance and retirement savings, addressing their… Continue reading Current Affair – 15 October 2024

Read Time: 11 minutes Food access is about equitable agrifood systems Why in the News? Addressing food inequality and ensuring that everyone has access to nutritious food are essential steps. Introduction The theme for World Food Day 2024, “Right to Food for a Better Life and Future,” underscores the importance of equitable access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food.… Continue reading Current Affair – 16 October 2024

Read Time: 16 minutes More rural households now ‘agricultural’: what data says, what this means Why in News? Despite high GDP growth, the farm sector’s employment share is rising in India, reversing decades of rural detachment from agriculture. Introduction The farm sector’s employment contribution is rising, reversing decades of rural India moving away from agriculture. Despite high GDP growth,… Continue reading Current Affair – 21 October 2024

Read Time: 14 minutes Child Betrothals are a Ploy to Evade Punishment: Supreme Court Why in News? The Supreme Court urges Parliament to outlaw child betrothals, drawing attention to how they threaten laws like the POCSO Act; the Court also issues guidelines on sex education in schools and a compensation scheme for girls. Context The Supreme Court of India,… Continue reading Current Affair – 19 October 2024

Read Time: 11 minutes Marital rape: What are the legal issues in consideration before the Supreme Court? The Supreme Court will hear petitions on criminalizing marital rape, examining its legality, rights violations, and stakeholder arguments. Current Scenario: The Supreme Court of India is hearing petitions seeking the criminalization of marital rape, specifically challenging Exception 2 to Section 375 of… Continue reading Current Affair – 18 October 2024