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General Studies Prelims

General Studies (Mains)

Beijing Declaration

The Beijing Declaration was adopted in 1995. It aimed to promote gender equality and empower women globally. The declaration emerged from the Fourth World Conference on Women. It outlines strategic objectives for women's rights. The document emphasises the importance of education, health, and economic opportunities. It calls for the elimination of violence against women. The declaration remains a milestone in women's rights advocacy.

Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing and its Declaration and Platform for Action

The Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, which was held in 1995, was a landmark event in...

 January 12, 2023

UK Accused China of Breaking its International Treaty Obligations

The United Kingdom government have accused China of breaking its international treaty obligations on November 12, 2020. This...

 November 13, 2020

October 11: International Girl Child Day

The International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated every year on October 11. This year the day...

 October 12, 2020

International Day of Families Observed on 15 May

The International Day of Families is an annual global observance that takes place on May 15. Established by...

 May 15, 2020

Beijing+25 National Consultation Highlights Gender Inequality in India

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the adoption of the Beijing Platform for Action, a number of...

 January 31, 2020

US Labels China Currency Manipulator Amid Trade Tensions

The U.S. Treasury Department has recently made the official declaration that China is a currency manipulator. This announcement...

 August 6, 2019

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