Ethics Current Affairs for UPSC

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Right to Information and Transparency in Government

SC to study what constitutes ‘personal data’ in DPDP laws, Pg14

Supreme Court scrutinizes 'personal data' definition in DPDP Act amid concerns over right to information and surveillance.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Right to Information and Transparency in Government

13 Mar, 2026

SC to study what constitutes ‘personal data’ in DPDP laws, Pg14

Supreme Court scrutinizes 'personal data' definition in DPDP Act amid concerns over right to information and surveillance.

13 Mar, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Role of External State and Non State Actors Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

In a world of hard power, who sets the terms for AI?, Pg13

US military designates Anthropic a 'supply chain risk' over AI use, sparking debate on AI governance and military applications.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Role of External State and Non State Actors Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

12 Mar, 2026

In a world of hard power, who sets the terms for AI?, Pg13

US military designates Anthropic a 'supply chain risk' over AI use, sparking debate on AI governance and military applications.

12 Mar, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

On passive euthanasia, over to the Centre, Pg12

Supreme Court permits passive euthanasia, directs Centre to legislate on the sensitive issue of end-of-life care and living wills.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

12 Mar, 2026

On passive euthanasia, over to the Centre, Pg12

Supreme Court permits passive euthanasia, directs Centre to legislate on the sensitive issue of end-of-life care and living wills.

12 Mar, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

In a first, SC allows passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state for 13 years, Pg3

Supreme Court permits passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state, urges Centre to enact comprehensive law on end-of-life care.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

12 Mar, 2026

In a first, SC allows passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state for 13 years, Pg3

Supreme Court permits passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state, urges Centre to enact comprehensive law on end-of-life care.

12 Mar, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Science and Technology in Everyday Life Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

International Women's Day 2026: Calls for ethical AI intensify amid rising digital threats and deepfakes targeting women globally.

Women and Women's Organizations Science and Technology in Everyday Life Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

7 Mar, 2026

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

International Women's Day 2026: Calls for ethical AI intensify amid rising digital threats and deepfakes targeting women globally.

7 Mar, 2026

World Wars Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

The legality of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, Pg12

Debate erupts over legality of US-Israel strikes on Iran after school bombing, raising questions on international law compliance.

World Wars Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

6 Mar, 2026

The legality of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, Pg12

Debate erupts over legality of US-Israel strikes on Iran after school bombing, raising questions on international law compliance.

6 Mar, 2026

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Climate risks must prompt international legal reforms, pg8

Escalating climate crisis necessitates a fundamental renegotiation of international legal principles, including statehood criteria, maritime boundaries, and permanent sovereignty over natural resources, to address unprecedented risks like sea-level rise and climate-induced migration.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

5 Mar, 2026

Climate risks must prompt international legal reforms, pg8

Escalating climate crisis necessitates a fundamental renegotiation of international legal principles, including statehood criteria, maritime boundaries, and permanent sovereignty over natural resources, to address unprecedented risks like sea-level rise and climate-induced migration.

5 Mar, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Accountability and Ethical Governance

Rethinking tax searches for the digital age, Pg7

Supreme Court examines the legality of income tax searches in the digital age, balancing state power and informational privacy.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Accountability and Ethical Governance

3 Mar, 2026

Rethinking tax searches for the digital age, Pg7

Supreme Court examines the legality of income tax searches in the digital age, balancing state power and informational privacy.

3 Mar, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Science and Technology in Everyday Life Accountability and Ethical Governance

AI 'hallucination' again in a trial court order, SC talks of 'institutional concern', Pg9

Supreme Court flags 'misconduct' over AI-fabricated judgments, raising concerns about judicial process and accountability in Andhra Pradesh case.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Science and Technology in Everyday Life Accountability and Ethical Governance

3 Mar, 2026

AI 'hallucination' again in a trial court order, SC talks of 'institutional concern', Pg9

Supreme Court flags 'misconduct' over AI-fabricated judgments, raising concerns about judicial process and accountability in Andhra Pradesh case.

3 Mar, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

U.P. receives over 84% of all out-of-State MPLADS funds, Pg7

Analysis reveals U.P. received 84% of out-of-state MPLADS funds, raising questions on fund allocation and utilization by MPs.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

2 Mar, 2026

U.P. receives over 84% of all out-of-State MPLADS funds, Pg7

Analysis reveals U.P. received 84% of out-of-state MPLADS funds, raising questions on fund allocation and utilization by MPs.

2 Mar, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Accountability and Ethical Governance

Why bulldozers threaten due process, Pg12

Allahabad High Court questions 'bulldozer justice', highlighting concerns over due process violations and executive overreach in Uttar Pradesh.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Accountability and Ethical Governance

27 Feb, 2026

Why bulldozers threaten due process, Pg12

Allahabad High Court questions 'bulldozer justice', highlighting concerns over due process violations and executive overreach in Uttar Pradesh.

27 Feb, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment Accountability and Ethical Governance

NGT has space for experts, most of them now are former Govt officers, Pg9

NGT appointments face scrutiny as ex-government officers dominate expert roles, raising conflict of interest concerns and compromising environmental justice.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment Accountability and Ethical Governance

26 Feb, 2026

NGT has space for experts, most of them now are former Govt officers, Pg9

NGT appointments face scrutiny as ex-government officers dominate expert roles, raising conflict of interest concerns and compromising environmental justice.

26 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability IT and Computers Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Does the Data Act dilute the Right to Information Act?, Pg8

DPDP Act's amendment to RTI Act faces constitutional challenge, potentially diluting transparency and accountability in governance by restricting information access.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability IT and Computers Right to Information and Transparency in Government

25 Feb, 2026

Does the Data Act dilute the Right to Information Act?, Pg8

DPDP Act's amendment to RTI Act faces constitutional challenge, potentially diluting transparency and accountability in governance by restricting information access.

25 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Education Sector Accountability and Ethical Governance

NCERT's new Class 8 book lists 'corruption in judiciary', 'massive backlog' as challenges, Pg1

NCERT's Class 8 book unveils judicial challenges: corruption, backlogs, and accountability mechanisms, alongside discussions on Electoral Bonds and IT Act.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Education Sector Accountability and Ethical Governance

24 Feb, 2026

NCERT's new Class 8 book lists 'corruption in judiciary', 'massive backlog' as challenges, Pg1

NCERT's Class 8 book unveils judicial challenges: corruption, backlogs, and accountability mechanisms, alongside discussions on Electoral Bonds and IT Act.

24 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

We need to underline value of collaboration on climate change, Pg10

Article emphasizes collaborative climate action amid multilateralism challenges, highlighting finance gaps and trade action threats for vulnerable populations.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

23 Feb, 2026

We need to underline value of collaboration on climate change, Pg10

Article emphasizes collaborative climate action amid multilateralism challenges, highlighting finance gaps and trade action threats for vulnerable populations.

23 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Rajasthan's 'cyber sarkar' siphons crores from PM-Kisan, pension schemes via Aadhaar misuse; 51 arrested in massive fraud investigation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

23 Feb, 2026

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Rajasthan's 'cyber sarkar' siphons crores from PM-Kisan, pension schemes via Aadhaar misuse; 51 arrested in massive fraud investigation.

23 Feb, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Ethics and Human Interface Role of Family, Society and Educational Institutions in Inculcating Values

Gen Z and the dynamics of democratic engagement, Pg8

Article analyzes Gen Z's unique approach to democratic engagement, highlighting individualism, virtual activism, and impact on protests.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Ethics and Human Interface Role of Family, Society and Educational Institutions in Inculcating Values

21 Feb, 2026

Gen Z and the dynamics of democratic engagement, Pg8

Article analyzes Gen Z's unique approach to democratic engagement, highlighting individualism, virtual activism, and impact on protests.

21 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Privacy, transparency, Pg10

Supreme Court refers challenge to RTI amendment under DPDP Act to Constitution Bench, raising concerns over transparency and citizens' right to information.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

20 Feb, 2026

Privacy, transparency, Pg10

Supreme Court refers challenge to RTI amendment under DPDP Act to Constitution Bench, raising concerns over transparency and citizens' right to information.

20 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Fortune and future in AI, not fear... it's for global good: PM, Pg3

PM Modi unveils MANAV vision for AI, advocating ethical AI development and global sharing at India AI Impact Summit.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

20 Feb, 2026

Fortune and future in AI, not fear... it's for global good: PM, Pg3

PM Modi unveils MANAV vision for AI, advocating ethical AI development and global sharing at India AI Impact Summit.

20 Feb, 2026

Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

At the last frontier of thought: will AI kill creativity?, Pg9

AI's Rise Sparks Ethical Concerns: Eroding Creativity, Fueling Misinformation, and Threatening Democracy, as Critical Thinking Declines.

Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

19 Feb, 2026

At the last frontier of thought: will AI kill creativity?, Pg9

AI's Rise Sparks Ethical Concerns: Eroding Creativity, Fueling Misinformation, and Threatening Democracy, as Critical Thinking Declines.

19 Feb, 2026

Ethics

SC to study what constitutes ‘personal data’ in DPDP laws, Pg14

SC to study what constitutes ‘personal data’ in DPDP laws, Pg14

In a world of hard power, who sets the terms for AI?, Pg13

In a world of hard power, who sets the terms for AI?, Pg13

On passive euthanasia, over to the Centre, Pg12

On passive euthanasia, over to the Centre, Pg12

In a first, SC allows passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state for 13 years, Pg3

In a first, SC allows passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state for 13 years, Pg3

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

The legality of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, Pg12

The legality of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, Pg12

Climate risks must prompt international legal reforms, pg8

Climate risks must prompt international legal reforms, pg8

Rethinking tax searches for the digital age, Pg7

Rethinking tax searches for the digital age, Pg7

AI 'hallucination' again in a trial court order, SC talks of 'institutional concern', Pg9

AI 'hallucination' again in a trial court order, SC talks of 'institutional concern', Pg9

U.P. receives over 84% of all out-of-State MPLADS funds, Pg7

U.P. receives over 84% of all out-of-State MPLADS funds, Pg7

Why bulldozers threaten due process, Pg12

Why bulldozers threaten due process, Pg12

NGT has space for experts, most of them now are former Govt officers, Pg9

NGT has space for experts, most of them now are former Govt officers, Pg9

Does the Data Act dilute the Right to Information Act?, Pg8

Does the Data Act dilute the Right to Information Act?, Pg8

NCERT's new Class 8 book lists 'corruption in judiciary', 'massive backlog' as challenges, Pg1

NCERT's new Class 8 book lists 'corruption in judiciary', 'massive backlog' as challenges, Pg1

We need to underline value of collaboration on climate change, Pg10

We need to underline value of collaboration on climate change, Pg10

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Gen Z and the dynamics of democratic engagement, Pg8

Gen Z and the dynamics of democratic engagement, Pg8

Privacy, transparency, Pg10

Privacy, transparency, Pg10

Fortune and future in AI, not fear... it's for global good: PM, Pg3

Fortune and future in AI, not fear... it's for global good: PM, Pg3

At the last frontier of thought: will AI kill creativity?, Pg9

At the last frontier of thought: will AI kill creativity?, Pg9

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