Social Issues & Schemes Current Affairs for UPSC

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Vulnerable Sections

Why has the creamy layer debate returned to court?, Pg8

Supreme Court revisits 'creamy layer' debate for SC/ST reservations, questioning income as sole determinant of social disadvantage and challenging constitutional validity.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Vulnerable Sections

30 Apr, 2026

Why has the creamy layer debate returned to court?, Pg8

Supreme Court revisits 'creamy layer' debate for SC/ST reservations, questioning income as sole determinant of social disadvantage and challenging constitutional validity.

30 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector

SC rejects AIIMS review plea against its order to terminate 7-month pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court rebukes AIIMS for challenging abortion order, upholding minor's reproductive rights and autonomy under Article 21.

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector

30 Apr, 2026

SC rejects AIIMS review plea against its order to terminate 7-month pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court rebukes AIIMS for challenging abortion order, upholding minor's reproductive rights and autonomy under Article 21.

30 Apr, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Disaster and Disaster Management

Give rest hours and water to workers, Centre tells States, Pg12

Labour Ministry directs States to implement heatwave safety measures for workers, including flexible hours, water, and rest areas.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Disaster and Disaster Management

29 Apr, 2026

Give rest hours and water to workers, Centre tells States, Pg12

Labour Ministry directs States to implement heatwave safety measures for workers, including flexible hours, water, and rest areas.

29 Apr, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

SC seeks meeting to discuss CCTV funds for police stations, Pg10

Supreme Court directs meeting on CCTV fund utilization in police stations to curb custodial torture and ensure transparency in interrogations.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

29 Apr, 2026

SC seeks meeting to discuss CCTV funds for police stations, Pg10

Supreme Court directs meeting on CCTV fund utilization in police stations to curb custodial torture and ensure transparency in interrogations.

29 Apr, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

The tragedy of recurring Rohingya refugee deaths, Pg8

Rohingya refugee crisis escalates as boat capsizes in Andaman Sea, leaving 250 feared dead amid governance vacuum.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

29 Apr, 2026

The tragedy of recurring Rohingya refugee deaths, Pg8

Rohingya refugee crisis escalates as boat capsizes in Andaman Sea, leaving 250 feared dead amid governance vacuum.

29 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

The fight to eliminate cervical cancer, Pg7

India's National HPV Vaccination Campaign launched to eliminate cervical cancer, targeting 90% vaccination for girls under 15 by 2030.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

29 Apr, 2026

The fight to eliminate cervical cancer, Pg7

India's National HPV Vaccination Campaign launched to eliminate cervical cancer, targeting 90% vaccination for girls under 15 by 2030.

29 Apr, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections Education Sector

The RTE Act and the idea of social inclusion, Pg6

Supreme Court reaffirms RTE Act's Section 12(1)(c), emphasizing social inclusion through 25% private school reservation for disadvantaged students.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections Education Sector

29 Apr, 2026

The RTE Act and the idea of social inclusion, Pg6

Supreme Court reaffirms RTE Act's Section 12(1)(c), emphasizing social inclusion through 25% private school reservation for disadvantaged students.

29 Apr, 2026

Education Sector IT and Computers

Can middle school students engage with AI?, Pg7

CBSE introduces AI curriculum for classes 3-8 from 2026-27, focusing on computational thinking and ethical AI use.

Education Sector IT and Computers

28 Apr, 2026

Can middle school students engage with AI?, Pg7

CBSE introduces AI curriculum for classes 3-8 from 2026-27, focusing on computational thinking and ethical AI use.

28 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Science and Technology in Everyday Life

How AI helped community-led development in Rajasthan, PgII

AI-driven initiative in Rajasthan enhances community involvement in water policy, empowering women and improving governance through feedback loops and responsive systems.

Women and Women's Organizations Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Science and Technology in Everyday Life

27 Apr, 2026

How AI helped community-led development in Rajasthan, PgII

AI-driven initiative in Rajasthan enhances community involvement in water policy, empowering women and improving governance through feedback loops and responsive systems.

27 Apr, 2026

Education Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Information asymmetry in higher education, Pg9

Article highlights information asymmetry in Indian higher education, impacting student choices and overall quality, despite NIRF efforts.

Education Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

27 Apr, 2026

Information asymmetry in higher education, Pg9

Article highlights information asymmetry in Indian higher education, impacting student choices and overall quality, despite NIRF efforts.

27 Apr, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

At Chintan Shivir, DNT enumeration in Census discussed, Pg12

Social Justice Ministry's 'Chintan Shivir' advocates for DNT enumeration in Census 2027, addressing historical marginalization and welfare scheme access.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

27 Apr, 2026

At Chintan Shivir, DNT enumeration in Census discussed, Pg12

Social Justice Ministry's 'Chintan Shivir' advocates for DNT enumeration in Census 2027, addressing historical marginalization and welfare scheme access.

27 Apr, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Disaster and Disaster Management

Summer as a source of income shock for gig workers, Pg8

Heatwaves threaten gig workers' income: NITI Aayog estimates 23 million by 2030, urging policy changes for labor protection and climate resilience.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Apr, 2026

Summer as a source of income shock for gig workers, Pg8

Heatwaves threaten gig workers' income: NITI Aayog estimates 23 million by 2030, urging policy changes for labor protection and climate resilience.

27 Apr, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

Why below-average rains don’t rule out flood threat, Pg9

Despite below-average monsoon forecast, India faces heightened flood risk due to climate change-induced extreme rainfall events and poor urban planning.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Apr, 2026

Why below-average rains don’t rule out flood threat, Pg9

Despite below-average monsoon forecast, India faces heightened flood risk due to climate change-induced extreme rainfall events and poor urban planning.

27 Apr, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

'Historic': PM on Kalpakkam n-reactor attaining criticality, Pg7

Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking milestone in India's indigenous nuclear energy program and boosting energy sector.

Population and Associated Issues Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

27 Apr, 2026

'Historic': PM on Kalpakkam n-reactor attaining criticality, Pg7

Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking milestone in India's indigenous nuclear energy program and boosting energy sector.

27 Apr, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Disaster and Disaster Management

Heat stress isn't just about heatstroke. It's much more silent & severe, Pg14

Heat stress silently threatens India: CEEW study reveals 76% population vulnerable, urging data-driven Heat Action Plans and mortality tracking.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Apr, 2026

Heat stress isn't just about heatstroke. It's much more silent & severe, Pg14

Heat stress silently threatens India: CEEW study reveals 76% population vulnerable, urging data-driven Heat Action Plans and mortality tracking.

27 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Corporate Governance

Women underrepresented on boards despite compliance, while some place family members as a form of 'token', Pg13

Corporate India struggles with genuine female representation on boards despite legal mandates, revealing tokenism and compliance-driven appointments.

Women and Women's Organizations Corporate Governance

27 Apr, 2026

Women underrepresented on boards despite compliance, while some place family members as a form of 'token', Pg13

Corporate India struggles with genuine female representation on boards despite legal mandates, revealing tokenism and compliance-driven appointments.

27 Apr, 2026

Inclusive Growth Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Food Processing and Related Industries

For true nari shakti, take jobs where women workers are, Pg10

Empowering women through garment sector jobs: A call for incentivizing female employment and establishing textile parks in labor-surplus states.

Inclusive Growth Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Food Processing and Related Industries

27 Apr, 2026

For true nari shakti, take jobs where women workers are, Pg10

Empowering women through garment sector jobs: A call for incentivizing female employment and establishing textile parks in labor-surplus states.

27 Apr, 2026

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Study shows why chronic pain, depression go hand in hand, Pg10

Groundbreaking study reveals how chronic pain induces structural changes in the brain, leading to depression and cognitive decline.

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

26 Apr, 2026

Study shows why chronic pain, depression go hand in hand, Pg10

Groundbreaking study reveals how chronic pain induces structural changes in the brain, leading to depression and cognitive decline.

26 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

No restriction on women’s entry into mosques to offer namaz, AIMPLB informs Supreme Court, Pg8

AIMPLB tells SC that Islam doesn't restrict women from entering mosques, but their participation in congregational prayers is non-mandatory.

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

26 Apr, 2026

No restriction on women’s entry into mosques to offer namaz, AIMPLB informs Supreme Court, Pg8

AIMPLB tells SC that Islam doesn't restrict women from entering mosques, but their participation in congregational prayers is non-mandatory.

26 Apr, 2026

Health Sector Biotechnology

Study of Indians finds new pathways to cardiometabolic disease, Pg10

Study reveals genetic pathways linking lipid metabolites to cardiometabolic diseases in Indians, emphasizing immune system's role and ancestry-specific variants.

Health Sector Biotechnology

26 Apr, 2026

Study of Indians finds new pathways to cardiometabolic disease, Pg10

Study reveals genetic pathways linking lipid metabolites to cardiometabolic diseases in Indians, emphasizing immune system's role and ancestry-specific variants.

26 Apr, 2026

Social Issues & Schemes

Why has the creamy layer debate returned to court?, Pg8

Why has the creamy layer debate returned to court?, Pg8

SC rejects AIIMS review plea against its order to terminate 7-month pregnancy, Pg10

SC rejects AIIMS review plea against its order to terminate 7-month pregnancy, Pg10

Give rest hours and water to workers, Centre tells States, Pg12

Give rest hours and water to workers, Centre tells States, Pg12

SC seeks meeting to discuss CCTV funds for police stations, Pg10

SC seeks meeting to discuss CCTV funds for police stations, Pg10

The tragedy of recurring Rohingya refugee deaths, Pg8

The tragedy of recurring Rohingya refugee deaths, Pg8

The fight to eliminate cervical cancer, Pg7

The fight to eliminate cervical cancer, Pg7

The RTE Act and the idea of social inclusion, Pg6

The RTE Act and the idea of social inclusion, Pg6

Can middle school students engage with AI?, Pg7

Can middle school students engage with AI?, Pg7

How AI helped community-led development in Rajasthan, PgII

How AI helped community-led development in Rajasthan, PgII

Information asymmetry in higher education, Pg9

Information asymmetry in higher education, Pg9

At Chintan Shivir, DNT enumeration in Census discussed, Pg12

At Chintan Shivir, DNT enumeration in Census discussed, Pg12

Summer as a source of income shock for gig workers, Pg8

Summer as a source of income shock for gig workers, Pg8

Why below-average rains don’t rule out flood threat, Pg9

Why below-average rains don’t rule out flood threat, Pg9

'Historic': PM on Kalpakkam n-reactor attaining criticality, Pg7

'Historic': PM on Kalpakkam n-reactor attaining criticality, Pg7

Heat stress isn't just about heatstroke. It's much more silent & severe, Pg14

Heat stress isn't just about heatstroke. It's much more silent & severe, Pg14

Women underrepresented on boards despite compliance, while some place family members as a form of 'token', Pg13

Women underrepresented on boards despite compliance, while some place family members as a form of 'token', Pg13

For true nari shakti, take jobs where women workers are, Pg10

For true nari shakti, take jobs where women workers are, Pg10

Study shows why chronic pain, depression go hand in hand, Pg10

Study shows why chronic pain, depression go hand in hand, Pg10

No restriction on women’s entry into mosques to offer namaz, AIMPLB informs Supreme Court, Pg8

No restriction on women’s entry into mosques to offer namaz, AIMPLB informs Supreme Court, Pg8

Study of Indians finds new pathways to cardiometabolic disease, Pg10

Study of Indians finds new pathways to cardiometabolic disease, Pg10

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