Q1) ‘The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything.’ (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Kant defined evil as human beings’ tendency to act against the universal moral law. The outcome of one’s natural tendency, or innate propensity, towards evil are actions or “deeds” that…
1. Do coalition governments slow down the economic reforms agenda? Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses the impact of coalition governments on India’s economic reforms and policy-making. It contrasts the performance and decision-making processes of coalition versus single-party governments, highlighting the benefits and challenges of coalition politics in fostering stable and inclusive policy…
1. G7 Leaders Agree on $50 Billion Loan Plan for Ukraine Using Frozen Russian Assets (Source: Indian Express; Section: The World) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies reached a landmark agreement to provide $50 billion in loans for Ukraine, using interest generated from Russian sovereign assets frozen…
1. Ministry of Textiles approved Startups in Technical Textiles to boost innovation: Textiles Secretary Topic: GS2 – Governance GS3 – Science and Technology Context The Ministry of Textiles’ approval of startups under the GREAT scheme aims to boost innovation and sustainability in India’s technical textiles sector. This initiative, part of the National Technical Textiles Mission,…
1. FACT OVER FICTION (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies– Interventions for development in various sectors GS3 – Science & Technology Context: The BJP’s failure to secure a predicted majority in the world’s largest election was one of several surprising outcomes. Despite fears of an election…
Q1) What do you understand by political attitude? Enumerate the factors that shape political attitude. (250 Words/15 Marks)
1. Study ranks India second in nitrous oxide emissions (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context India’s significant role as the world’s second largest emitter of nitrous oxide (N2O), largely from agricultural activities, underscores urgent calls for revising farming practices…
1. ELEPHANTS, LIKE US Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservations – Species Context: A recent study reveals that elephants use unique, non-imitative sounds as proper names, challenging the idea that complex identity concepts are exclusively human. This discovery suggests elephants have person-like traits, prompting a reconsideration of how humans ethically treat them. The Significance of…
1. Tackling the fatty liver disease epidemic Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The article discusses the urgent need for awareness and action against non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, reclassified as Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Highlighting the theme of International Fatty Liver Day, it emphasises early screening, comprehensive health checks, and lifestyle…
