Freeze Frame (Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS1: Indian Society – Caste SystemGS2: Governance – Welfare Policies, Constitutional MandateGS4: Ethics – Equity and Justice in Policy Context The Tamil Nadu government’s recent decision to pause or “freeze” its caste-based enumeration has triggered political and legal debate. The editorial discusses the implications of freezing…
The Court’s Rebuke (Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: Governance, Transparency, Judicial Accountability; GS4: Ethics in Public Life Context The Supreme Court recently stayed the ED’s investigation into DMK minister Senthil Balaji’s alleged money laundering case, highlighting concerns over the agency’s misuse of power and lack of procedural transparency. The Court’s strong observations…
1. Building a New Bastar (Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: Welfare Schemes and Inclusive Governance; GS3: Inclusive Growth and Left-Wing Extremism Context Bastar, a region in southern Chhattisgarh historically plagued by Maoist insurgency and underdevelopment, is undergoing transformative change through government-led welfare programs. These programs aim not only to address economic deprivation…
1. India-WHO Agreement to Globalize Traditional Medicine Through ICHI Framework (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 26, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations; GS Paper 3 – Science & Technology Context India’s Ministry of Ayush and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed an agreement to integrate traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda,…
1. Frontier of progress Source – ( Page 8, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 2 (Governance, Federalism), GS Paper 3 (Infrastructure Development) Context Prime Minister Modi recently highlighted the cultural diversity and economic potential of India’s North-East region during the Rising North East Investors Summit 2025. The editorial evaluates India’s approach to integrating this…
Q1) Evaluate the role of welfare schemes in transforming tribal governance and dignity in Bastar. What lessons can be learned for inclusive development in conflict-affected regions? (GS Paper 2, 10 Marks, 150 Words) Answer: Role of Welfare Schemes in Bastar: Livelihood Integration: Schemes like Narva, Garva, Ghurva, Badi revived traditional systems and created local…
1. Clash erupts after march to Manipur Raj Bhavan foiled Source: Page 1, The Hindu (26 May 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice Context The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) staged a civil disobedience protest against perceived disrespect towards Manipur’s identity by the Governor and state administration. Content: Background: Manipur…
This chapter covers various types of communicable diseases that we find commonly in India and often have an adverse socio-economic impact on society. Zoonotic diseases Zoonotic diseases are those which Spread between humans and animals. In recent times, man-animal interaction has increased due to habitat destruction, increase in population and mobility. This has increased the…
Diseases where microbes are the immediate causes. This is because microbes can spread rapidly in the community. Infectious agents: Mostly microbes or micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi, etc. have the ability to act as infectious agents. Not all microbes are harmful to us. Pathogens are microbes harmful to humans, plants and animals. Virus: Common cold,…
Health refers to the state of being well enough to function well physically, mentally and socially. Health is a relative term: for a flute player, having enough breathing capacity and being in good mental health to play flute must be healthy. Such situations may lead to an unhealthy life. It basically depends on the environment:…
