Q1) Critically examine the rationale and likely economic impact of the RBI’s recent decision to reduce the repo rate and cash reserve ratio. (GS3- Economy, 15 Marks, 250 words) Answer: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points (bps) to 5.50% and the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by…
1. A Return to Indo-U.S. Trade Talks Source – (Page 6, The Hindu Editorial Topic: GS2: International Relations, Bilateral Trade Relations Context India and the United States are resuming formal trade negotiations, with a focus on expanding strategic cooperation and resolving tariff-related disputes after years of deadlock. Background: Trade talks were suspended during the Trump…
A satellite is an object that orbits a larger object, most commonly a celestial body. It can either be a natural satellite or an artificial satellite: Natural satellites are Objects that orbit a larger object in space naturally, such as the moon orbiting Earth or Earth orbiting the sun. Artificial satellites are Objects that are…
Rockets are vehicles that use external combustion engines (Jet propulsion) to accelerate without using any surrounding air. These work by generating an impulse by the high-speed ejection of the fuel mass. Apogee & Perigee: Types of Orbits: Posigrade: Along the motion of the earth. Retrograde: Opposite to the movement direction of the earth. Low Earth…
Biotechnology refers to the technology sector that utilises biological systems, living organisms or enzymes or parts from the organisms to produce products and processes useful to humans. It essentially involves the integration of natural sciences and engineering sciences to achieve the application of organisms and parts thereof for products and services. Defining Biotechnology In today’s…
(Source: The Indian Express, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Topic: GS1: Indian Society (Census); GS2: Governance, Federalism, Policy Implementation Context India’s decadal Census, delayed since 2021 due to COVID-19, is now scheduled for completion by March 2027. This delay has sparked…
(Source: The Indian Express, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Topic: GS2: Education | GS1: Indian Society (Language and Culture) Context The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is pushing for early education in the mother tongue in alignment with NEP 2020….
(Source: The Hindu, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Topic: GS2 (Polity and Governance – Fundamental Rights, Education) Context Recent disciplinary actions against students in Indian universities have reignited debate over free speech on campus. Institutions are increasingly regulating student expression under…
(Source: The Hindu, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 06 June 2025 Topic: GS2 (Governance), GS1 (Indian Society – Census), GS2 (Polity – Electoral Reforms) Context The editorial criticizes the prolonged delay in conducting India’s decennial Census, originally scheduled for 2021 but now pushed to…
1. Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launches Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0, Special Modules, Eco Clubs for Mission (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 6, 2025) Topic: GS 3: Environment and Ecology; GS 2: Government Policies; GS 4: Ethics in Public Administration Context The Ministry of Education (MoE) has renewed its flagship environmental literacy initiative…
