Q1) What does the following quote mean to you: “Justice without force is futile, force without justice is tyrannical.” ANS Justice means fair treatment of people and giving them what they deserve. Effectiveness of justice often requires use of force, creating a contested territory for ethics. Justice without force would be futile because of the…
1. The U.S.-Saudi agreement, from fist-bump to embrace (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The United States and Saudi Arabia are negotiating a Strategic Alliance Agreement (SAA) aimed at formalising their defence and economic ties. This potential agreement seeks to align Saudi Arabia’s regional…
1. The big test (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context: The latest controversy surrounding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the culmination of years of mounting scandals. Issues have included routine paper leaks and the release of incorrect results, which have been linked…
1. India embracing the rise of Additive Manufacturing (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2027072 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology – Development & their applications Context The first National Additive Manufacturing Symposium (NAMS) 2024 was inaugurated in New Delhi, emphasising India’s AM ecosystem’s growth. The event showcased the release of a key report and an indigenous AM…
1. Four Years After Galwan: India-China Border Tensions Remain Unresolved Amid Diplomatic and Strategic Maneuvers (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 18) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: The border standoff between India and China remains unresolved four years after the Galwan clashes on June 15, 2020. With approximately 50,000 to 60,000 troops…
Q1) Describe the significance of the following for civil services: i) Neutrality ii) Intellectual Courage iii) Diligence iv) Selflessness (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS i) Neutrality: Neutrality in civil services implies that civil servants should exercise their duties and powers solely in accordance with the will of the elected government without prejudice to their…
1. Cabinet approves Central Sector Scheme “National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement Scheme” (N.F.l.E.S.) (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2026704 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies Context The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement Scheme (NFIES) with a budget of Rs. 2254.43 crore for 2024-29. The scheme aims to boost…
1. Blueprints beyond borders, for solace and shelter (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses India’s historical commitment to providing asylum to refugees. It highlights the current lack of a formal asylum framework, and advocates for a National Asylum Law to align with…
1. Costs of inequality (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Context: The 2024 edition of the Global Gender Gap Index places India at 129th out of 146 countries. This ranking positions India 18th from the bottom, indicating a slight change from its 2021 ranking where it was…
