Kunar River: Origin, Tributary, and Dam Plans

Kunar River: Origin, Tributary, and Dam Plans

With reference to the Kunar River, recently in the news, consider the following statements: It originates in the Hindu Kush Mountains in Pakistan and then flows into Afghanistan. It is a main tributary of the Kabul River, which eventually merges with the Indus River. Afghanistan has announced plans to construct a dam on it, obstructing … Read more

EC AI Advisory: Guidelines for AI Use in Elections

EC AI Advisory: Guidelines for AI Use in Elections

The Election Commission recently issued an advisory on the responsible use of AI during elections. Which of the following are key guidelines? AI-generated content must carry a clear label such as “AI-Generated” or “Synthetic Content.” Unlawful or misleading content, such as deepfakes, that distorts a person’s identity is strictly prohibited. Political parties must maintain detailed … Read more

Blockchain in Governance & Digital Verification

Blockchain in Governance & Digital Verification

With reference to the use of Blockchain Technology in governance, consider the following statements: Blockchain is a distributed and immutable database that functions as a ledger of transactions. The ‘Certificate Chain’ built by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) is an example of its application. It is being used in the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) … Read more

Multilateralism’s Erosion & UNSC Reforms

Multilateralism’s Erosion & UNSC Reforms

Consider the following statements regarding the erosion of multilateralism, recently in the news: Erosion of multilateralism is marked by the reduced effectiveness of global organizations and a withdrawal from global frameworks. The rise of “minilateralism” and regional partnerships, such as BRICS and RCEP, is seen as a symptom of this erosion. A proposed institutional overhaul … Read more

Freedom of Religion, Privacy & SC Judgments

Freedom of Religion, Privacy & SC Judgments

The Supreme Court recently emphasized the link between the Freedom of Religion and the Right to Privacy. In this context, consider the following statements: The Supreme Court highlighted that Article 25 includes elements of privacy in the right to freedom of conscience. The court observed that publishing or declaring one’s personal faith breaches the fundamental … Read more

India’s Domestic Worker Laws & Rights

India’s Domestic Worker Laws & Rights

With reference to the legal frameworks for domestic workers in India, consider the following statements: Domestic workers are explicitly excluded from the definition of a “worker” under the new Labour Codes. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, provides for a safe working environment for them. The e-SHRAM portal … Read more

Kafala System: Migrant Worker Sponsorship

Kafala System: Migrant Worker Sponsorship

The ‘Kafala’ system, recently in the news, is a worker sponsorship program. Which of the following statements correctly describe it? It is a system that gives employers full control over their employees’ legal status and residency. It ties a migrant worker to a specific sponsor, or ‘Kafeel’. It has been criticized as a form of … Read more