1. Reimagining India’s Employment Landscape Source – Page 6, The Hindu Editorial Topic: GS3: Indian Economy – Employment and Growth Context Despite recent GDP growth, India’s employment generation remains a major concern. This editorial dissects the disconnect between economic growth and job creation and offers policy insights. Jobless Growth in India: India’s GDP grew by…
Q1) Examine the Political and Ethical Concerns Surrounding Armed Groups like Arambai Tenggol in Manipur. (GS2, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: Introduction: Manipur has witnessed ethnic unrest in recent years, with groups like Arambai Tenggol gaining prominence. Such armed outfits raise crucial questions around governance, civil rights, and the rule of law in conflict-ridden…
1. Jaishankar to step up diplomatic push on visit to France, Belgium Source: The Hindu, Page 1 & 12, June 9, 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2: International Relations, GS Paper 3: Economic Corridors Context India’s External Affairs Minister embarks on a visit to France and Belgium to further strategic and economic cooperation post-Operation Sindoor and…
1. Norway Minister Voices Solidarity with India Amid Regional Tensions (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 9, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations & Diplomacy), GS Paper 3 (Environment & Disaster Management – Blue Economy) Context This diplomatic gesture occurred during an ocean-related Ministerial meeting in Monaco, extending Norway’s support amidst heightened tensions in Jammu…
1. Investor Roundtable Highlights India’s Transformational FDI Journey (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 7, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3: Indian Economy – Investment Models, FDI Context On June 5, 2025, an investor roundtable was held at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, to discuss India’s evolving investment ecosystem and strategies to promote reinvestment of earnings…
1. In Pursuit of Growth(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Indian Economy – Monetary Policy, Inflation, Growth Projections Context The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee unexpectedly reduced the repo rate by 30 basis points and the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 100 basis points, aiming to stimulate growth amid subdued inflation. However, it also shifted…
1. RBI Cuts Repo Rate by 50 bps; Liquidity to Ease Source: The Hindu, Page 1 & 8, June 7, 2025 Topic: GS Paper 3: Indian Economy – Monetary Policy, Growth & Inflation Context The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5% and announced a phased reduction in…
Q1) Critically examine the rationale and likely economic impact of the RBI’s recent decision to reduce the repo rate and cash reserve ratio. (GS3- Economy, 15 Marks, 250 words) Answer: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points (bps) to 5.50% and the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by…
1. A Return to Indo-U.S. Trade Talks Source – (Page 6, The Hindu Editorial Topic: GS2: International Relations, Bilateral Trade Relations Context India and the United States are resuming formal trade negotiations, with a focus on expanding strategic cooperation and resolving tariff-related disputes after years of deadlock. Background: Trade talks were suspended during the Trump…
