1. More flexibility, but also greater challenges (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The University Grants Commission (UGC) introduced two transformative reforms: accelerated and extended degree programmes.This summary seeks to explore their advantages, challenges, and implications for India’s higher education system. Introduction…
1. Year End Review 2024: Ministry of Tribal Affairs (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2090883®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Initiatives Context The Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements various initiatives to enhance the socio-economic, educational, and cultural development of tribal communities. This article explains these key programs and achievements. Key Initiatives and Achievements of the Ministry…
1. GDP growth projected to fall to four-year low at 6.4% (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The National Statistics Office (NSO) projects India’s real GDP growth for 2024-25 at 6.4%, a four-year low, compared to 8.2% in 2023-24. The economy, which grew 6%…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Jake Sullivan announced the U.S. will remove Indian scientific and nuclear entities from restricted lists, fostering enhanced bilateral cooperation. What is a restricted list? The restricted list refers to a list of entities and individuals in certain countries,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health, GS3 – Science and Technology Context China is piloting a pneumonia monitoring system due to rising infections, with human metapneumovirus detected in children under 14. Social media reports on crowded hospitals, but no health emergency has been…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context On January 6, Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi left the Legislative Assembly without delivering his customary address after the National Anthem was not played before his scheduled address. The Governor had previously refused to read out his address…
1. MSP guarantee is feasible (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 09) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context The article discusses the growing demand for a legally guaranteed Minimum Support Price (MSP) for farmers in India, its feasibility, and the political deadlock surrounding its implementation. Analysis of the news:…
1. UJALA: 10 Years of Energy-Efficient Lighting (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2090639®=3&lang=1 ) Context Launched on 5th January 2015, UJALA aimed to transform household lighting in India by offering affordable energy-efficient LED bulbs, tube lights, and fans. Introduction and Purpose of UJALA Need for UJALA and Energy Efficiency UJALA’s Achievements and Impact Street Lighting National Programme (SLNP)…
1. The Collegium and changes — it may still be early days (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The article highlights recent reforms in the Supreme Court Collegium system, including candidate interviews and efforts to promote judicial diversity. It also addresses challenges…
