(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS1 – History – Personalities Context On April 3, the death anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, historical records reflect his military brilliance and transformative governance. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: A Visionary Leader Opposition to Mughal Expansion Guerrilla Warfare Tactics Meritocratic Rule and Inclusive Governance…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context India faces a persistent air pollution crisis, impacting public health, governance, and economic activities. While policies exist, fragmented implementation and lack of data-driven solutions hinder significant progress. Persistent Crisis Current Efforts and Challenges Understanding…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 11) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context Naini Lake, a central water source for Nainital, has recorded a five-year low water level of 4.7 feet, raising fears of drinking water shortages. Analysis of the news: Declining Water Levels and Concerns Impact of Urbanization and Tourism Climate Change…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 11) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context India’s farm mechanization sector is expanding beyond tractors, with rising demand for advanced agricultural machinery to address labor shortages and improve productivity. Analysis of the news: Tractors: Replacing Traditional Bullock Power The tractor revolutionized Indian agriculture by replacing bullocks for…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Arctic is becoming a geopolitical hotspot due to melting ice, opening new trade routes and access to untapped resources – leading to territorial and military tensions. What is happening? Who controls the Arctic? Where do the tensions…
Definition of Corruption “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.”- Lord Acton. The word ‘corrupt’ is derived from the Latin ‘corruptus’, meaning ‘to break or destroy’. Corruption in government refers to the abuse of public resources and/or public authority for private or political gains. Corruption is an important manifestation of not only failure…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Cover Page, Page – 01) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation Context The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is finalizing a project to monitor tigers outside reserves, address human-wildlife conflict, and curb poaching. Analysis of the news: Need for the Project With nearly 30% of India’s tiger…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 22) Topic: GS2 – Polity – Judiciary Context The discovery of unaccounted cash at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma has reignited concerns about corruption in India’s higher judiciary. This incident has strengthened arguments for public disclosure of judges’ assets and liabilities,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The Supreme Court reaffirmed the fundamental right to free speech, ruling that poetry, theatre, and satire cannot be criminalized under unreasonable restrictions. Fundamental Right to Free Expression The Supreme Court ruled that free speech through poetry,…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 18) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology Context India completed wet testing of the Matsya-6000 submersible, marking a major step in its deep-sea exploration capabilities. Analysis of the news: India’s Milestone in Deep-Sea Technology Matsya 6000 Features Global Deep-Sea Developments and Strategic Concerns Challenges in Deep-Sea…
