India shares a border of 3488 km with China, which runs along the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and the states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh. Separated by the Great Himalayan range, our border is characterized by difficult terrain and sparse habitation, which have resulted in inadequate development of infrastructure in…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation Context ● 300-350 dead olive ridley turtles have washed ashore along Tamil Nadu’s coast, particularly in Chennai and Kancheepuram districts. Analysis of the news: What are Olive Ridley Turtles? These turtles are carnivores and get their name from…
Q1) “We cannot effectively address problems as they are if institutions do not reflect the world as it is.” Analyse this statement with reference to the need for reforms in the UNSC. Also, discuss the ‘G4 model’ for pushing reforms in the Security Council. (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: The United Nations Security Council…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context ● The Supreme Court has emphasized the need to sensitize investigation agencies and courts regarding abetment of suicide cases under Section 306 of the IPC. Analysis of the news: About Section 306 of IPC Section 306 of IPC…
1. A surge in radical governments, the hope of democracy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article discusses global patterns of legitimizing radical Islamic groups after they seize power – highlighting implications for Afghanistan, Syria, and Bangladesh. Afghanistan in 2021: The Taliban’s Takeover…
1. Indian cryptography research gears up to face the quantum challenge (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The news discusses the growing field of cryptography in India – its importance for securing data, and the challenges posed by quantum computing and emerging encryption…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context ●Trinamool Congress’s Rajya Sabha leader Derek O’Brien criticizes the government’s short notice for Parliament sessions and urges an annual calendar with at least 100 sittings. Issues Associated with Short Notice for Parliament Sessions Inadequate Preparation Time: Short notice…
1. For better health (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 08) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context India’s roadmap to achieve a robust, equitable, and digitally integrated healthcare system by 2047. Analysis of the news: India’s Health Aspirations for 2047 Universal Health Coverage as the Path Forward The Ayushman…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context ●The news discusses the growing field of cryptography in India – its importance for securing data, and the challenges posed by quantum computing and emerging encryption techniques. Introduction to Cryptography Cryptography is a technique used to secure…
