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Daily Current Affairs: Human Rights & Education Milestones
📅 Date: 9 December 2025 (Tuesday)
Welcome to today's update. As we approach Human Rights Day tomorrow, we also look at a major development in Indian higher education with an Australian giant entering Bengaluru, and a recap of the recently observed Armed Forces Flag Day.
1. Human Rights Day (Approaching: 10th December)
Although observed on the 10th, celebrations and awareness campaigns often begin a day early. This day highlights human rights as the non-negotiable foundation for justice and peace.
This day commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the UN on 10th December 1948.
Key International Bodies
- UN Human Rights Council (2006): Based in Geneva, Switzerland. It has 47 member states (including India) dedicated to protecting rights globally.
- OHCHR: The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights acts as the secretariat.
Human Rights and India
India has a robust framework to protect these rights:
- Constitution: Fundamental Rights (Part III) and Directive Principles (Part IV).
- Guardian Body: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), established in 1993 under the PHRA Act, oversees adherence to these rights.
2. Education News: UNSW Opens Campus in Bengaluru
In a major boost for students, the University of New South Wales (UNSW)—ranked 20th globally—is opening a campus in Bengaluru. It becomes the 7th Australian university to operate in India.
What does this mean for students?
- Courses Offered: Business, Media, Computer Data Science, and Cybersecurity.
- Timeline: Classes are expected to begin next academic year (record-time approval from UGC).
India-Australia Education Ties (AIESC Meeting)
The recent Australia-India Education and Skills Council (AIESC) meeting has deepened ties:
- School Level First: For the first time, cooperation has extended to schools. There are plans to align CBSE’s early childhood curriculum with Australian frameworks.
- Diaspora: Both nations are exploring setting up CBSE-affiliated schools in Australia to serve the growing Indian community there.
3. Armed Forces Flag Day (Observed: 7th December)
Since 1949, India has observed 7th December as Armed Forces Flag Day to honor the bravery of soldiers and veterans. It is a day to recognize not just the soldiers, but the sacrifices of their families.
The Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF)
Managed by the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB), this fund is a consolidation of various welfare funds (merged in 1993) used for the rehabilitation of ex-servicemen and their families.
Key Welfare Initiatives (Exam High-Yield)
- 📱 SAMBANDH: A WhatsApp-based chatbot for veterans to report grievances. It has resolved over 1,700 cases in less than a year.
- 👩 Nari Sashaktikaran: Focuses on empowering "Veer Naris" (widows) through job training and economic independence.
- 📄 Project NAMAN: Aims to simplify pension services, making life certificate submissions and disbursements easier for veterans.
Stay updated and keep learning! Don't forget to review the welfare schemes mentioned above for your exams.