3.5 people for every 1,000 engaged in forced labour according to a recent ILO study. The illegal profits from forced labour have increased by 37% in the last 10 years despite numerous regulations in place. Read here to learn more. A study by the International Labour Organization (ILO) “Profits … [Read more...] about Forced Labour: ILO study points at 37% increase in illegal profits
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Ethical Dilemma: 10 Heartbreaking Case Studies
What is an ethical dilemma? Is an ethical dilemma the same as a moral conflict? Understand the concept of ethical issues through different case studies. In a small village in Maharashtra, a teacher named Ravi and his wife Maya, a nurse, faced a tough choice after an earthquake. The only … [Read more...] about Ethical Dilemma: 10 Heartbreaking Case Studies
Ancient Civilizations of the World
Ancient civilizations laid the foundational blocks for modern society, influencing everything from political systems and legal codes to art, architecture, and technology. Read here to learn more. The history of human civilization is a fascinating tapestry of cultures, innovations, and stories … [Read more...] about Ancient Civilizations of the World
Ethical Governance
In a world that feels increasingly complex and interconnected, ethical governance emerges as a critical compass. What is ethical governance? Read to know more. Ethical governance guides organizations and governments through the challenges of decision-making while ensuring fairness, transparency, … [Read more...] about Ethical Governance
Aptitude and Foundational Values Of Civil Service
Aptitude and foundational values of civil services are very important for the ethical functioning of the system. What is aptitude? What are some of the aptitudes essential for a civil servant? How are they important in civil services? What are the foundational values for civil services? Read further … [Read more...] about Aptitude and Foundational Values Of Civil Service
IceCube Neutrino Observatory
The IceCube Neutrino Observatory is an extraordinary and groundbreaking facility designed to detect neutrinos, those nearly massless and weakly interacting particles that traverse the universe. Read here to learn more about the observatory and neutrinos. Situated at the South Pole, it uniquely … [Read more...] about IceCube Neutrino Observatory
International Seabed Authority (ISA)
The International Seabed Authority (ISA): Governing the Seabed Beyond National Jurisdiction The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is an autonomous international organization established in 1994 under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Its primary mandate is to … [Read more...] about International Seabed Authority (ISA)
WUEGA (Women’s Urban Employment Guarantee Act)
Women’s Urban Employment Guarantee Act (WUEGA): Bridging the Urban Employment Gender Gap In recent years, India has made significant attempts to promote gender equality and empower women across various spheres. However, the challenge of ensuring equitable employment opportunities for women, … [Read more...] about WUEGA (Women’s Urban Employment Guarantee Act)
Patent Amendment Rules 2024
The Patent Amendment Rules 2024 has been notified to amend the patent rules, 2003. The rules aim to simplify obtaining and managing patents, fulfilling the Viksit Bharat Sankalp. Read here to learn more. In India, patents are granted by the Indian Patent Office, which operates under the … [Read more...] about Patent Amendment Rules 2024
UPSC Postpones Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2024 to June 16 due to General Elections
UPSC Postpones Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2024 due to General Elections. The decision to revise the exam timetable was taken after the Election Commission earlier announced the schedule of the Election to the 18th Lok Sabha in April - June 2024. Read further for more details. The Union Public … [Read more...] about UPSC Postpones Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2024 to June 16 due to General Elections
