Q1) Discuss the role of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) in the Public Distribution System (PDS) to ensure food security in India. Suggest necessary reforms in the functioning of FCI to enhance its efficiency and effectiveness. (15 marks, 250 words) ANSWER The Food Corporation of India (FCI), established in 1965, is an important component of…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 16) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Supreme Court rejected a senior couple’s plea to evict their son from their home under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, citing lack of evidence of mistreatment. Analysis of the news: Background of the…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Economy Context China announced a 34% tariff on all U.S. products starting April 10 as a response to similar U.S. tariffs. China Hits Back With Tariff Retaliation: This is part of a trade conflict triggered by the…
1. China hits back with 34% tariff on U.S. goods (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Economy Context China announced a 34% tariff on all U.S. products starting April 10 as a response to similar U.S. tariffs. China Hits Back With Tariff Retaliation:…
1. A people still waiting to move out of the margins (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context March 31 is observed as International Transgender Day of Visibility to highlight the issues faced by transgender individuals. Importance of Transgender Day of Visibility Legal Recognition vs…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – The Second page , Page – 02) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context India’s top polar research official warned that the Arctic Ocean’s summer ice melt will intensify global geopolitical competition and impact India’s climate and monsoon patterns. Analysis of the news: Emerging Geopolitical Importance of the Arctic With the…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Govt & Politics, Page – 06) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India and Thailand upgraded their bilateral ties to a strategic partnership, strengthening cooperation in security, trade, and culture ahead of the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok. Analysis of the news: Upgrading Bilateral Relations to Strategic Partnership Prime…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Indian economy Context The U.S. government imposed new “reciprocal tariffs” ranging from 10% to 49% on imports, affecting many countries including India. India faces a 27% tariff on its exports to the U.S., despite ongoing talks on…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Infrastructure Context India is expanding its internet infrastructure with new undersea cable systems. The latest, 2Africa Pearls, adds 100 Tbps capacity, boosting global connectivity. What are Undersea Cables? Undersea cables connect internet networks across countries and continents. These cables are a…
