National Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-08-13

The Supreme Court's interim order effectively put a temporary halt on the implementation of certain provisions of the Forest Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2023, which sought to narrow the definition of 'forest'. By directing the continued application of the Godavarman judgment's broader definition, the court ensured that a wider range of forest lands remained protected until further hearings.

The Supreme Court's interim order in February 2024 directed that the definition of 'forest' as per the T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad judgment of 1996 would continue to apply. This judgment had given a wider, dictionary meaning to 'forest', including areas not officially notified as forests but having forest-like characteristics, thus ensuring broader protection.

In February 2024, the Supreme Court issued interim directions regarding the Forest Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2023. The court directed that the 'un-amended' definition of forest, as laid down in the T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad judgment of 1996, would continue to apply, thereby upholding a broader scope of forest protection.

A key feature of Skill India Digital (SID) is its role as a centralized platform that integrates various aspects of the skilling ecosystem, including access to diverse skill courses, facilitating assessments, and connecting skilled individuals with relevant job opportunities.

Skill India Digital (SID) is an initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India. It is designed to be a digital public infrastructure for the skilling ecosystem.

Skill India Digital (SID), launched in September 2023, aims to provide a unified digital infrastructure for skill development, connecting various stakeholders like learners, training providers, and employers to bridge the skill gap and facilitate access to skilling, reskilling, and upskilling opportunities. In 2026, it continues to be a pivotal initiative.