Mechanics in physics is the branch that deals with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them. It includes concepts like displacement, velocity, acceleration, and force. Mechanics is divided into kinematics (study of motion) and dynamics (study of forces), forming the foundation for understanding physical systems. Kinematics Kinematics is the branch of physics…
(Source: Page 10, The Hindu) Topic: GS Paper 3 (Science and Tech, Economy, International Trade) Context U.S.-China trade tensions and high tariffs on AI-related hardware have begun altering global tech supply chains, with India emerging as a potential alternative. Impact of Tariffs on AI Supply Chains U.S. tariffs as high as 27% on critical AI…
1. India Post Payments Bank Partners with Aditya Birla Capital to Simplify Accessibility to Loan Products Across India (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 23, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 (Governance), GS Paper 3 (Economy) Context India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) have partnered to enhance access to loan…
Q1) Critically examine the significance of the Keezhadi excavation findings and the controversy over delayed reporting by the ASI. What does it reveal about the intersection of archaeology, culture, and governance in India? (GS Paper 1, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: The Keezhadi excavations in Tamil Nadu have unearthed evidence of an advanced urban…
1. ASI Asks Archaeologist Who Led Keezhadi Excavations to Rewrite Report Source: Page 4, The Hindu, Delhi Edition (23 May 2025) Topic: GS Paper 1: Indian Culture Context The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has requested Amarnath Ramakrishna, the lead archaeologist at Keezhadi, to rewrite his excavation report, raising concerns about period classification and dating…
1. Use international law to take on Pakistan-backed terror Source – ( Page 10, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations, Security, Legal Frameworks) Context In the backdrop of Operation Sindoor and cross-border terrorism, the editorial emphasizes how India can utilize international legal frameworks and courts to hold Pakistan accountable for sponsoring terrorism….
Classical physics refers to the branch of physics that deals with the study of matter, energy, and the fundamental forces in the universe, primarily in contexts where quantum effects are negligible. It emerged as the dominant framework for understanding the physical world before the development of modern physics in the 20th century. Origins of Classical…
What is movement? Movement is an attempt by living organisms to use changes in their environment to their advantage. For example, Buffaloes chew cud to help break up tough food to digest it better. Such movements have to be controlled. In multicellular organisms, specialised tissues are used to provide these control and coordination activities. In…
Life Process refers to a series of Actions that are essential to determine if an animal is alive. These are movement, reproduction, sensitivity, nutrition, excretion, respiration and growth (MRS GREN). These processes are essential to sustain life. They do the job of maintaining cells/organisms. Variegated leaves: yellowing of leaves naturally: parts of leaves contain chlorophyll…
