1. Making Climate Finance Work Source -Editorial Page, The Hindu UPSC IAS Edition Topic: GS Paper 3 (Environment, Economy) Context The editorial discusses challenges in climate finance, particularly for developing countries like India, amid increasing global climate commitments. Content: Climate Finance Status: Global North has failed to meet the $100 billion annual commitment. Disparities in…
Q1) Assess the implications of the escalating Iran–Israel conflict on India’s West Asia policy and diaspora security. (GS Paper 2 – International Relations; 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: Introduction:The escalation between Israel and Iran, including missile exchanges and strategic assassinations, has strained the region’s security architecture. For India, the challenge lies in balancing its multi-aligned…
1. Tracking the Monsoon(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS1 – Geographical Phenomena, GS3 – Agriculture & Food Security Context The editorial highlights the stalled progress of the 2025 southwest monsoon after an early onset. It warns that although oceanic conditions remain favorable, disrupted land heating and weather anomalies may affect rainfall distribution —…
1. Wind Energy at the Center of India’s Strategy for the Renewable Energy Sector (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 16, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 (Environment & Energy) Context India aims to emerge as a global leader in clean energy. Wind power plays a significant role in meeting renewable energy targets and achieving…
Q1) How can India balance forest conservation with tribal rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006? (GS Paper 2 – Social Justice; 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: Introduction:The Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006 was enacted to address historical injustices faced by forest-dwelling Scheduled Tribes (FDSTs) and other traditional forest dwellers (OTFDs). It recognizes individual and…
1. Black Box & DNA Profiling Aid AI-171 Crash Probe Source: The Hindu, Page 1 & 13, June 16, 2025 Topic: GS Paper 3 – Disaster Management; GS Paper 2 – Governance Context The investigation into the Air India flight AI-171 crash progresses with the recovery of the cockpit voice recorder and completion of DNA…
1. The rise of maritime Asia and what it means for India Source – Editorial Page, The Hindu, Delhi Edition Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations) Context With increasing focus on maritime security and economic activity in the Indo-Pacific, the editorial discusses India’s role in a changing regional order. Content: Maritime Asia’s Emergence: Asia is…
1. DGT and Shell Launch EV & Green Skills Training Program (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 14, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 (Environment & Energy), GS 2 (Government Schemes & Initiatives) Context As India accelerates its transition to a green economy—backed by schemes like FAME and state EV policies—there’s a growing demand for…
