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This editorial is based on the news “Managing on street parking in Indian cities” which was published in the ORF. This article highlights the challenge of on street parking in India’s cities.
Relevancy for Prelims: Road Safety Crisis In India, Urbanization In India, and Road Accidents In India-2022′ Report Released By MoRTH.
Relevancy for Mains: Parking Issues in India: Causes, Challenges, Government Initiatives, and Solutions. |
Prelims PYQ (2017):
With reference to the role of UN-Habitat in the United Nations Programme working towards a better urban future, which of the statements is/are correct? 1. UN-Habitat has been mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities to provide adequate shelter for all. 2. Its partners are either governments or local urban authorities only. 3. UN-Habitat contributed to the overall objective of the United Nations system to reduce poverty and to promote access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation. Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 only Ans: (b) |
Mains Question: Vehicle parking problem in India presents a multifaceted challenge that affects urban planning, traffic management, and the quality of life in cities. Comment (10 marks, 150 words) |
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This editorial is based on the news “Bhutan’s opening move, its Gelephu gambit” which was published in the Hindu. This article highlights the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), a unique Bhutanese architectural blueprint as a special administrative zone with separate, investor-friendly laws.
Relevancy for Prelims: India Bhutan Relations, Gelephu Smart City Project, and Urbanization In India.
Relevancy for Mains: India-Bhutan Relationship: India and Bhutan’s Emphasis on Infrastructure and Connectivity |
The Gelephu project offers a chance for the region to conjure an imagination beyond the problematic present — one that is a huge gamble for Bhutan, but also a potential gamechanger for the region, with help from India.
Prelims PYQ (2017):
With reference to the role of UN-Habitat in the United Nations Programme working towards a better urban future, which of the statements is/are correct? 1. UN-Habitat has been mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities to provide adequate shelter for all. 2. Its partners are either governments or local urban authorities only. 3. UN-Habitat contributed to the overall objective of the United Nations system to reduce poverty and to promote access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation. Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 only Ans: (b) |
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This editorial is based on the news “Is One Nation, One Election unconstitutional? How Kovind report addresses concerns” which was published in the Indian Express. Recently, the High-level Committee (HLC) on One Nation One Election, headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind, submitted its report to the Indian President.
Relevancy for Prelims: One Nation One Election, President Of India, Election Commission Of India, Electoral Bond Scheme, and Supreme Court Declared Electoral Bond Scheme.
Relevancy for Mains: Key Recommendations of Kovind Committee On One Nation One Election. |
Comprises: The 18,626-page report on One Nation One Election consists of 11 chapters plus Annexures.
One Nation One Election:
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Prelims PYQ (2020):
Consider the following statements: 1. According to the Constitution of India a person who is eligible to vote can be made a minister in a State for six months even if he/she is not a member of the Legislature of that State 2. According to the Representation of People Act, 1951, a person convicted of a criminal offence and sentenced to imprisonment for five years is permanently disqualified from contesting an election even after his release from prison Which of the statements given above is are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Ans: (d) |
Mains Question: In the context of the Ram Nath Kovind panel report, Discussing the pros and cons of simultaneous elections in India. (10 marks, 150 words) |
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