1. Impact of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2042990 ) Topic: GS1 – Geography, GS3 – Disaster and disaster management Context In response to the Teesta-III dam collapse in October 2023, the Central Water Commission is reviewing dam safety against Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) and mandating GLOF studies for new dams. A Rs…
1. Doing well on well-being (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS2– Social Justice Context: The article analyzes data from the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2022-23. What is the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey? Information Generated: Decline in Poverty and Focus on Vulnerability Quantifying the Impact of Medical Shocks Medical Expenditure…
1. A moment for just transition litigation to take wing (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The article discusses the implications of the Supreme Court of India’s recognition of a human right against climate change in the case of M.K. Ranjitsinh and…
1. DNA profiling and its value in establishing guilt or innocence (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The use of DNA profiling in criminal investigations is often perceived as definitive in determining guilt or innocence. However, recent cases and judicial insights highlight its…
1. Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill, amends provision on LTCG tax (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Finance Bill, 2024 was passed by the Lok Sabha, incorporating an amendment on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax, allowing taxpayers to choose between a new lower…
Q1) The multiheaded hydra of inequity is reinforced by the skewed concentration of wealth. How far can Universal Basic Income (UBI) check the growth of economic inequity? Substantiate your answer. (150 Words/10 marks)
1. Coal Gasification (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2042653 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Science and Technology Context The government has introduced a ₹8500 crore scheme to provide viability gap funding (VGF) for Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, supporting both public and private sectors. The scheme includes three categories, each with specific funding limits and project scopes. With…
1. A closer look at beefing up Jammu’s counter-terror grid (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context The Jammu region faces increased terrorist activity, exacerbated by troop redeployments to the LAC. To strengthen security, additional Army and Assam Rifles troops have been deployed. Effective counter-terrorism…
1. Lesson from Wayanad (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3– Disaster Management Context: On July 30, the peaceful hills of Meppadi in Kerala’s Wayanad district were abruptly disrupted by a series of devastating landslides. Within moments, entire villages, including Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha, were engulfed by massive debris. The…
