Flag Code Subject: Polity What is the Flag Code and how has it been changed recently? Context: The Flag Code of India, 2002 was amended vide Order dated December 30, 2021 What is Flag Code? The Flag Code of India took effect on January 26, 2002 The use, display and hoisting of the […]
‘Unparliamentarily words’ unfit for the House Subject: Polity What are ‘unparliamentarily words’ unfit for the House, and how are they compiled? Context: Ahead of the Monsoon Session, a row has erupted over a 50-page compilation of words deemed unfit for use in Parliament Article 105 in the Constitution of India Powers, privileges, etc […]
Enforcing Fundamental Duties Subject: Polity Enforcing Fundamental Duties A petition in the Supreme Court has sought the enforcement of fundamental duties of citizens, including patriotism and unity of nation, through ‘comprehensive, and well-defined laws.’ The petition argued that the “need of the hour” was to remind citizens that fundamental duties were as important […]
Oppo tax evasion case Subject: Polity Section: National body Investigation has also revealed that Oppo India remitted and made provisions for payment of ‘Royalty’ and ‘Licence Fee’ to various multinational companies, including those based in China, in lieu of use of proprietary technology, brand, IPR licence and so on. However, the said ‘Royalty’ […]
Coffee Board launched blockchain based coffee e-marketplace Subject : Polity Section: National bodies Coffee Board The Coffee Board is a statutory organization constituted under Section (4) of the Coffee Act, 1942 and functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry,Government of India. The Board comprises 33 Members including the […]