What is the POCSO Act? What are the provisions and features of the act? What is the significance of the act? Read to know more. The POCSO Act was enacted to protect children from sexual offences. The Act has been enacted to protect children from offences of sexual assault, sexual harassment … [Read more...] about POCSO Act (Protection of Children from Sexual Harassment Act, 2012)
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POSH Act (Protection of women from Sexual Harassment Act, 2013)
What is the PoSH Act? What are the provisions of the act? What is the history of sexual harassment laws in India? Read to know more. Why has the PoSH Act been in the news recently: The Bombay High Court's controversial guidelines restricting the media from reporting on cases of sexual harassment … [Read more...] about POSH Act (Protection of women from Sexual Harassment Act, 2013)
World Economic Forum (WEF)
World Economic Forum (WEF) is an international organization with no commercial interest and provides a platform for leaders from around the world – business, government, and civil society – to come together. Read to know more about it. The World Economic Forum (WEF) is an international … [Read more...] about World Economic Forum (WEF)
Fourth Industrial Revolution
The fourth industrial revolution, 4IR or Industry 4.0 embodies the rapid change in technology, industry, and society in the 21st century. Read here to understand the significance of this revolution. We are in the midst of a technological revolution that is fundamentally altering how we live, work … [Read more...] about Fourth Industrial Revolution
5G in India: Roll Out, Advantages and Challenges
5G technology has been in the news for a long time. Hence, it is important to understand the technicalities, advantages, and disadvantages of the technologies. Read here to know about 5G. The fifth-generation mobile network is popularly known as 5G. 5G is the next level of mobile network that … [Read more...] about 5G in India: Roll Out, Advantages and Challenges
India-Mauritius Relations
India-Mauritius relationship is very significant for India's geostrategic policies in the Indian Ocean Region. Read to know more about the past, present, and future of this significant relationship. Recently, India and Mauritius jointly inaugurated an India-assisted social housing units project … [Read more...] about India-Mauritius Relations
Paika Rebellion of 1817
The Paika Rebellion is one of the earliest Indian armed movements to gain independence. Read to know the significance of the uprising. Paika Rebellion (1817) was recently in news. Union Culture Minister issued a statement on the Paika rebellion in the Indian Parliament over demands for … [Read more...] about Paika Rebellion of 1817
PM Gati Shakti: Master Plan for Multi-modal Connectivity
PM Gati Shakti - National Master Plan for Multi-Modal Connectivity is an initiative to ensure seamless connectivity on various levels. Read to know more about it here. Why PM Gati Shakti is in news? The government of India has launched the ambitious Gati Shakti scheme or National Master Plan … [Read more...] about PM Gati Shakti: Master Plan for Multi-modal Connectivity
Diabetes: Symptoms, Types, and Care
Diabetes is a widespread disease that affects all age groups and causes lifelong health problems. Read here to know about types, symptoms, and other facts about diabetes. World Diabetes Day is observed on 14th November every year since 2006. The day was created in 1991 by IDF and the World … [Read more...] about Diabetes: Symptoms, Types, and Care
S-400 Air Defence System
What is the S-400 defence system? What are the technical qualities of it? Why are US and India at an impasse in this regard? Know more here. The S-400 Air Defence System is in news. The U.S. had discouraged India from proceeding with the acquisition of S-400 missile defence systems from … [Read more...] about S-400 Air Defence System
