1. Forest and Tree Cover Grows, Fire Incidents Fall (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2088477®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context Forests are crucial for combating climate change, preserving biodiversity, and ensuring ecological balance. India’s State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023 highlights significant progress in forest and tree cover expansion, supported by innovative government schemes and community efforts….
1. The Arc of Singh’s vision (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article examines Dr. Manmohan Singh’s multifaceted legacy, highlighting his transformative economic vision, diplomatic acumen, and ethical leadership amidst political challenges. Dr. Manmohan Singh’s Unparalleled Legacy Manmohan Singh’s legacy defies conventional political analysis. It is…
India’s Rural Connectivity Revolution (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2088194®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights the role of mobile and internet connectivity in empowering women and driving self-independence, especially in rural areas. It discusses government initiatives like GeM, BharatNet, and PM-WANI that aim to bridge the digital divide and provide economic opportunities. Role…
1. Taxing the rich more will reduce inequality (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS2 – Governance GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● The article highlights the urgent need for progressive fiscal reforms in India, including fair taxation of the super-rich, to address extreme inequality, boost public spending, and ensure sustainable…
1. Tapping into Kazakhstan’s rare earths potential (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● The global transition to renewable energy has increased the demand for rare earth elements, critical for clean energy and advanced technologies. ● India, despite significant reserves, relies heavily on imports…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Express Network; Page: 17) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The article evaluates the positive impacts of the Smart Cities Mission on education and urban safety while highlighting challenges in data collection, infrastructure maintenance, and project completion. Analysis of News: What is the Smart Cities Mission (SCM)? Objectives: Impact of Smart Classrooms…
Q1) The key challenge that plagues both skill development and higher education is that higher education is out of sync with the skill requirements in the job market. Discuss. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS: Current Landscape and Challenges to Education-Skill Mismatch in India: Curriculum Mismatch: (a) curriculum remains theoretical and outdated + insufficient emphasis on skills…
1. A global polio resurgence and the need to reevaluate the basics (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The resurgence of polio, including vaccine-derived strains, highlights the global risk of incomplete eradication efforts. Surveillance, vaccination gaps, and the debate over transmission routes…
