Newspapers at a Glance: The Hindu (23/07/2023)
#GSIII
1. Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in T.N.- Page 3
2. Captive-bred vultures take wing in forest expanses- Page 8
3. Genomic data throw light on demise of Copper Age- Page 10
4. In AI’s unlimited potential, the benefits and the risks- Page 10
5. Farmers may stop sowing cotton as yields and prices slump in Tamil Nadu- Page 13
#GSIII
1. Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in T.N.- Page 3
2. Captive-bred vultures take wing in forest expanses- Page 8
3. Genomic data throw light on demise of Copper Age- Page 10
4. In AI’s unlimited potential, the benefits and the risks- Page 10
5. Farmers may stop sowing cotton as yields and prices slump in Tamil Nadu- Page 13
Newspapers At a Glance: The Indian Express (23/07/2023)
#GSII
1. Centre to amend law to reserve Assembly seats for PoK displaced, Kashmiri ‘migrants’- Page 1
2. Science and tech should combat threats to people’s freedom- Page 6
#GSIII
3. No consensus on fossil fuels at G20 energy meet- Page 11
#GSII
1. Centre to amend law to reserve Assembly seats for PoK displaced, Kashmiri ‘migrants’- Page 1
2. Science and tech should combat threats to people’s freedom- Page 6
#GSIII
3. No consensus on fossil fuels at G20 energy meet- Page 11
#Essay_Anecdote
In the early 20th century, women in many parts of the world were denied the basic right to vote, which restricted their participation in democratic processes. One of the most significant movements for women's empowerment was initiated by the Suffragettes in the United Kingdom.
In 1908, a group of courageous women, led by Emmeline Pankhurst, founded the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) with the motto "Deeds, not words." The suffragettes aimed to bring about a radical change in society by demanding women's right to vote and actively engaging in civil disobedience and protests.
Their efforts were met with resistance from the government and society, but the suffragettes remained undeterred. They organized peaceful demonstrations, picketed outside parliament, and even endured imprisonment and force-feeding while on hunger strikes to protest for their cause.
Their determination and perseverance captured the attention of the nation and sparked debates on women's rights and gender equality. The suffragettes' relentless struggle for voting rights laid the foundation for women's empowerment, inspiring women around the world to fight for their rights and challenge traditional gender roles.
Finally, after years of struggle, the Representation of the People Act was passed in 1918, granting the right to vote to women over the age of 30 who met certain property qualifications. It was a significant step towards women's empowerment and marked the beginning of greater recognition for women's contributions to society.
The suffragette movement's legacy continues to inspire women's rights movements globally, emphasizing the power of unity, resilience, and determination in achieving gender equality and women's empowerment.
This anecdote can be used in multiple essays:
1. Women's Rights and Empowerment
2. Historical Movements for Social Change
3. Civil Disobedience and Nonviolent Protests
4. Role of Women in Politics
5. Challenges in Achieving Gender Equality
6. Impact of Grassroots Movements
In the early 20th century, women in many parts of the world were denied the basic right to vote, which restricted their participation in democratic processes. One of the most significant movements for women's empowerment was initiated by the Suffragettes in the United Kingdom.
In 1908, a group of courageous women, led by Emmeline Pankhurst, founded the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) with the motto "Deeds, not words." The suffragettes aimed to bring about a radical change in society by demanding women's right to vote and actively engaging in civil disobedience and protests.
Their efforts were met with resistance from the government and society, but the suffragettes remained undeterred. They organized peaceful demonstrations, picketed outside parliament, and even endured imprisonment and force-feeding while on hunger strikes to protest for their cause.
Their determination and perseverance captured the attention of the nation and sparked debates on women's rights and gender equality. The suffragettes' relentless struggle for voting rights laid the foundation for women's empowerment, inspiring women around the world to fight for their rights and challenge traditional gender roles.
Finally, after years of struggle, the Representation of the People Act was passed in 1918, granting the right to vote to women over the age of 30 who met certain property qualifications. It was a significant step towards women's empowerment and marked the beginning of greater recognition for women's contributions to society.
The suffragette movement's legacy continues to inspire women's rights movements globally, emphasizing the power of unity, resilience, and determination in achieving gender equality and women's empowerment.
This anecdote can be used in multiple essays:
1. Women's Rights and Empowerment
2. Historical Movements for Social Change
3. Civil Disobedience and Nonviolent Protests
4. Role of Women in Politics
5. Challenges in Achieving Gender Equality
6. Impact of Grassroots Movements
Newspapers at a Glance: The Hindu (24/07/2023)
#GSII
1. Japanese Foreign Minister to visit India this week, discuss vision for Global South- Page 10
#GSIII
2. CERTIn cautions against ransomware ‘Akira’ attack- Page 11
3. A different kettle of fish: Kashmir wants Europe to taste its trout- Page 12
#GSII
1. Japanese Foreign Minister to visit India this week, discuss vision for Global South- Page 10
#GSIII
2. CERTIn cautions against ransomware ‘Akira’ attack- Page 11
3. A different kettle of fish: Kashmir wants Europe to taste its trout- Page 12
Newspapers At a Glance: The Indian Express (24/07/2023)
#GSIII
1. Radio collars of six Kuno cheetahs removed, two had ‘severe infection’-Page 1
2. India gifts missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnamese Navy- Page 9
3. Banks write off bad loans worth Rs 2.09 lakh crore in 2022-23: RBI- Page 13
4. ‘Middle East logical alternative for India if Russian oil supply falls’- Page 13
5. Regulation for select OTT messaging apps likely-Page 13
#GSIII
1. Radio collars of six Kuno cheetahs removed, two had ‘severe infection’-Page 1
2. India gifts missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnamese Navy- Page 9
3. Banks write off bad loans worth Rs 2.09 lakh crore in 2022-23: RBI- Page 13
4. ‘Middle East logical alternative for India if Russian oil supply falls’- Page 13
5. Regulation for select OTT messaging apps likely-Page 13
Syllabus: #GSII - Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests
Highlights:
1.The article is about what kind of global power India should be: assert its power internationally or focus on domestic development and poverty reduction.
2. Despite significant economic growth, India faces challenges such as poverty, governance issues, and domestic distractions that temper its ability to engage globally.
3. However, India cannot afford to be passive in shaping the global order and must use its influence to meet its foreign policy objectives, which are interconnected with its economic growth and security interests.
4. The engagement on the global stage should also align with the well-being of its citizens.
Catchline:
New Delhi is a bridge between the north and south and east and west, indirectly indicating that it is a major ‘pole’ in world politics.
#Keywords: Global Order, Global Superpower, Rule shaper, Rule taker
Highlights:
1.The article is about what kind of global power India should be: assert its power internationally or focus on domestic development and poverty reduction.
2. Despite significant economic growth, India faces challenges such as poverty, governance issues, and domestic distractions that temper its ability to engage globally.
3. However, India cannot afford to be passive in shaping the global order and must use its influence to meet its foreign policy objectives, which are interconnected with its economic growth and security interests.
4. The engagement on the global stage should also align with the well-being of its citizens.
Catchline:
New Delhi is a bridge between the north and south and east and west, indirectly indicating that it is a major ‘pole’ in world politics.
#Keywords: Global Order, Global Superpower, Rule shaper, Rule taker