1. A Fragile Calm (Source: Page 8, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: India and Its Neighbourhood, GS3: Internal Security Context The editorial by Pratap Bhanu Mehta reflects on the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attacks and Operation Sindoor. It analyzes the limitations of military deterrence and stresses the inevitability of…
Q1) Evaluate the constitutional and cultural tension in the recent conflict between Jain pilgrims and Santhal Adivasis on Parasnath Hill. (GS Paper 2, 10 marks, 150 words) Answer: The symbolic hunting ritual planned by the Santhal community at Parasnath Hill, a Jain pilgrimage site, has triggered a cultural-religious standoff. The area is governed by…
1. India must pressure Pakistan by sharing evidence of the terror trail (Source – Page 10, The Hindu Editorial, 10 May 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations), GS Paper 3 (Security – Internal Security and Terrorism) Context Following the Pahalgam terror attacks and India’s subsequent precision military strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan, international…
1. The Adversary’s Ally (Source: Page 10, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: International Relations, GS1: Post-Independence India Context The editorial highlights the geopolitical role of China in supporting Pakistan’s strategic posture against India, calling for a nuanced and long-term realignment of India’s foreign policy and regional partnerships. Background China’s repeated defense of Pakistan in multilateral…
1. India repels Pak. strikes for second day Source: Page 1 & 12, The Hindu International Edition (May 10, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations, Internal Security) Context India witnessed escalated cross-border tensions as Pakistan attempted a large-scale aerial drone intrusion across states bordering the western front. Content: Over 500 drones attempted to breach…
Q1) How has the Supreme Court of India interpreted the rights of refugees like the Rohingya under Indian constitutional and legal frameworks? (GS Paper 2, 10 marks, 150 words) Answer: The Supreme Court of India, while hearing petitions challenging the deportation of Rohingya refugees, reaffirmed that although refugees are entitled to certain constitutional protections, the…
1. Call Workers By Their Name (Source: Page 12, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections, GS3: Indian Economy – Informal Sector & Labour Reforms Context The editorial highlights the growing vulnerabilities of gig and platform-based workers in India, especially in light of the recent Blinkit delivery strike. It calls for urgent…
1. Why India’s claim of PoK is legally valid Source: Page 10, The Hindu International Edition (May 09, 2025) Topic: GS2: International Relations, GS1: Post-independence consolidation Context In light of recent statements by India on reclaiming Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), this editorial outlines the legal and historical basis of India’s stance. Content: Legal Basis of Claim:…
