1. With dignity and respect (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 09) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context The article criticizes the historical male-centric societal structures and calls for true gender equality by recognizing women’s inherent strength, leadership, and dignity beyond traditional stereotypes. Analysis of the news: A…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 16) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Trump administration’s decision to halt USAID funding as part of its foreign aid realignment will disrupt key health, technology, and environmental programs in India. Analysis of the news: What is the US Agency for International Development? USAID…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Union government has introduced AI Kosha, a platform for non-personal data to help develop AI models. It currently has 316 datasets, mainly for creating or validating language translation tools for Indian languages. What is AI Kosha? AI Kosha…
1. India’s AI Revolution (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2108810 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Science and Technology Context India is making rapid strides in artificial intelligence by investing in research, innovation, and skill development to strengthen its technological capabilities This progress aims to boost economic growth, promote digital inclusion, and establish India as a global…
1. Protect language,don’t politicise it (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin alleged that Hindi is endangering smaller languages like Maithili and Santhali, sparking a political debate on language preservation and linguistic diversity. Analysis of the news: Political…
MAINS MODEL QUESTION: 07th MARCH 2025 Q1) Discuss the importance of cultivating a culture of life-long learning among Indian civil servants. How has Mission Karmyogi contributed to this objective? Illustrate with examples. (10 marks, 150 words) ANSWER The Supreme Court in a landmark judgement (Subramanium Swamy vs. Election Commission of India) in 2013 stated that every…
1. Beyond ‘Beijing’, unlocking a feminist future in India (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, adopted in 1995, is a global framework for advancing women’s rights. India has improved gender equality through policies, economic growth, and legal…
1. Govt. launches AI Kosha, repository of data to build models and tools (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Union government has introduced AI Kosha, a platform for non-personal data to help develop AI models. It currently has 316 datasets, mainly for creating or…
West Asia is a part of India’s extended neighbourhood. India has enjoyed exceptionally close historic and civilizational ties with West Asia. Centuries-old bilateral trade had benefited both sides greatly as it enhanced their knowledge and understanding of each other. India-West Asia Relations – Background For decades, India was a passive player in West Asia –…
