1. Decoding GDP(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Indian Economy, Growth, Agriculture & Industry Context India’s GDP growth for Q4 of FY 2024–25 came in at 7.4%, beating most analyst expectations. However, a closer look reveals significant sectoral imbalances, a weak manufacturing base, and a concerning nominal growth trend, pointing to a fragile…
1. Give up Azhar, Saeed before talks, says Rajnath Source: Page 1, The Hindu, 30 May 2025 Topic: GS2: International Relations; Internal Security Context Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made a strong statement regarding Pakistan’s accountability in anti-terror operations. Content: India’s Anti-Terror Stance: India demands the handover of terrorist leaders Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar before…
Q1) Discuss the challenges in implementing India’s One Health mission in the context of zoonotic outbreaks like bird flu. (GS2, 15 Marks, 250 words) Answer: India’s “One Health” approach aims to integrate human, animal, and environmental health for comprehensive pandemic preparedness. The recent recurrence of bird flu outbreaks underscores the need for effective One…
1. Envoys of Six Nations Present Credentials to the President of India (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 28, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations Context Diplomatic relations are formalized through the presentation of credentials by foreign envoys to the host country’s head of state. Content On May 29, 2025, President Droupadi…
1. Justice Denied in the Queues of Courts Source – ( Page 6, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS2: Governance; Judiciary Context The editorial highlights the chronic backlog of cases in the Indian judiciary, particularly in trial courts, emphasizing the need for institutional reforms. Judicial Pendency Crisis Over 4 crore cases pending across Indian courts; lower…
1. Reading The Hike(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Agriculture, MSP Policy, Food Security, Environmental Impact Context The Government of India has announced a fresh round of Minimum Support Price (MSP) hikes for kharif crops just ahead of the monsoon sowing season. The editorial evaluates the timing, composition, and implications of these hikes,…
Q1) Critically examine the ethical, legal, and diplomatic challenges posed by India’s efforts to curb transnational drug trafficking through bilateral and regional cooperation. (GS2, 15 Marks, 250 words) Answer: India’s geographical location, with proximity to the ‘Golden Crescent’ and ‘Golden Triangle’ drug-producing regions, makes it highly vulnerable to cross-border drug trafficking. The government’s policy…
1. Slow and Unsteady: Ethnic violence has abated but peace continues to elude Manipur Source: Editorial Page, The Hindu, 30 May 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2: Governance; GS Paper 3: Internal Security Context More than three months into President’s Rule in Manipur, signs of normalization remain weak despite a decline in overt violence. Content: Background:…
1. Cabinet Approves Continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for FY 2025-26 (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 28, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3: Agriculture; GS Paper 2: Government Policies Context The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for the fiscal year 2025-26, aiming to support…
