(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health, GS3 – Science and Technology Context The article discusses vision impairment, focusing on inherited retinal diseases (IRDs). It also highlights RNA-based therapies as a promising treatment, emphasizing India’s need for genetic research and precision medicine. Gene Therapy…
1. Partners in innovation (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights the growing UK-India technology and economic partnership. Analysis of the news: The Role of India’s Global Capability Centres in UK Technology UK-India Collaboration in Technology and Investment Financial…
Travel of magnetic pole from Canada to Siberia, disallows deeper dive of particles (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2097391®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The Earth’s north magnetic pole has been moving from Canada to Siberia, affecting how charged particles behave in space. Movement of Earth’s north magnetic pole: Reason for movement of earth’s north…
1. Retinal diseases: RNA therapeutics show promise but is India ready? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health, GS3 – Science and Technology Context The article discusses vision impairment, focusing on inherited retinal diseases (IRDs). It also highlights RNA-based therapies as a promising treatment,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context The Union Budget outlines the government’s financial plans, including expenditure, revenue, and deficit targets. This article discusses how the Union budget impacts economic growth, income distribution, and fiscal policies. Overview of the Union Budget The…
Is Trump’s order on birthright citizenship constitutional? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Effect of policies and politics of developed countries on India’s interests Context The U.S. District Judge blocked President Trump’s executive order attempting to limit birthright citizenship, declaring it unconstitutional. What is…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS1 – Indian Society, GS3 – Science and Technology Context A recent genetic study traces the migration history of the Nicobarese people, revealing their links to Southeast Asia and refining the timeline of their arrival. Early Human Migration More than 500,000 years ago,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS1 – Indian Society Context The Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI) study categorized 268 denotified, semi-nomadic, and nomadic tribes. It recommends inclusion in SC, ST, and OBC lists, addressing challenges in tribal classification. Comprehensive Categorization of Tribes The Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI)…
Confined Electrons paves the way for improved optoelectronic materials, sensors & nano-catalysts (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2097003®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Researchers at JNCASR found that quantum confinement at the nanoscale breaks down plasmonic behavior in metals. This discovery paves the way for advancements in nanoelectronics, photonics, and catalysts. Research Overview: Plasmonic Properties…
Q1) What are the various factors that influence the inflation trends in the country? Highlighting the role played by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to check inflation and promote the economic stability and growth prospects in the country. (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: Inflation refers to a broad rise in the prices of goods and services…
