Corruption
Mexico Imposes One of the World’s Strictest Anti-Smoking Laws
Mexico has recently imposed one of the world’s strictest anti-tobacco laws, setting in force a total ban on smoking in public places, including hotels, beaches, and parks. The new law, which is part of the country’s General Law for Tobacco ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
2021 Corruption Perceptions Index
The Transparency International recently released the Corruption Perception Index. According to the index, India ranked 85 among the world countries. The report said that the score of corruption has been stagnant for India over a decade. Also, the report said, ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2022
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Supreme Court Notice on Irrational Freebies
The Supreme Court of India recently issued a notice to the union government, a few state governments and also to the Election Commission of India. The ECI has stated lack of power as the reason in response. What is the ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2022
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Indian activist gets U.S’ International Anti-corruption Champions Award
An Indian social activist, Anjali Bhardwaj, who works on issues of transparency and accountability has been selected for the “United State International Anti-Corruption Champions Award” along with the other 11 anti-corruption champions. These names were announced by Joe Biden administration. ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2021
Karnataka Land Reforms (Amendment) Bill, 2020
The Karnataka State Legislative Council recently passed the Land Reforms (Amendment) Bill 2020. The 2020 amendment bill seeks to amend the Karnataka Land reforms Act of 1961. The 1961 Act brought in restrictions on ownership of agricultural lands in the ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2020
International Anti-Corruption Day: December 9
Context in Current Affairs : Every year, the International Anti-Corruption Day is marked on December 9. The day is marked by United Nations and several other international organizations. This year, the International Anti-Corruption Day was celebrated under the theme Theme: ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2020
Central Vigilance Commission adopted Integrity Pact: Key Facts
The Central Vigilance Commission has modified the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on adoption of “Integrity Pact” in government firm for purchase related activities. What is the amended SOP? As per the amended SOP: For appointed as Integrity External Monitors (IEMs), ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Vigilance Awareness Week, 2020: Key Facts
The Vigilance Awareness Week is to be held between October 27, 2020 and November 2, 2020. The week is celebrated to affirm the commitment towards promotion of probity and integrity in public life through citizen participation. This year, the Vigilance ..