1. India is looking for partners, not preachers (Source – Page 4, The Hindu International Edition) Topic: GS2 (International Relations, India and its Neighborhood, India’s Foreign Policy) Context External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, at the Arctic Circle India Forum, emphasized India’s independent foreign policy stance amid geopolitical churn, especially regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. India’s Assertive…
1. Restore the Flow (Source: Page 8, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3 – GS Paper 3 – Environment and Ecology, Pollution Control, Urban Governance Context Delhi’s Yamuna River faces severe pollution challenges. Recent initiatives aim to rejuvenate the river by enhancing sewage treatment infrastructure and ensuring ecological flow. Current Scenario: The Yamuna River in Delhi…
Q1) What is meant by Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and why is it widely used as an indicator of economic growth? Explain the different methods used to calculate GDP and highlight its limitations as a measure of economic progress.(GS Paper 3 – 10 Marks, 150 Words) Answer Gross Domestic Product (GDP) refers to the total…
1. A Profound Shift in the Global Order (Source – Page 6, The Hindu International Edition) Topic: GS Paper 2 – Parliament and State Legislatures: Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business Context The global order shaped after WWII and furthered by institutions like the WTO and UN is undergoing a dramatic transformation. With declining Western dominance…
ARTICLE 1: The Story of the Discovery of Karthala Scops Owl The Ever-Evolving Catalogue of Bird Species The global effort to catalogue avian diversity has spanned over 250 years, aiming to create a definitive list of bird species, each with precise scientific names. This task remains ongoing, shaped by continual discoveries and taxonomic revisions. Each…
1. Planning for a Hotter World (Source – Page 10, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3 – GS Paper 3: Environment & Disaster Management Context India is experiencing increasing climate extremes, including heatwaves, erratic monsoons, and cyclones, necessitating a comprehensive national adaptation strategy. Key Climate Challenges: Heatwaves: In 2024, India reported over 44,000 heatstroke cases and…
Q1) Unemployment continues to challenge the Indian economy. Examine the short-term and long-term policy measures that can effectively tackle joblessness in the country. Answer India’s persistent unemployment problem, especially among its youth, remains a critical concern despite economic growth. The pace of job creation has not matched the expanding workforce. It is essential for both…
1. India Gets U.S. Support in Fight Against Terror Source: Page 1, The Hindu International Edition (May 02, 2025) Topic: GS2 – International Relations; GS3 – Internal Security Context Following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, the United States has reaffirmed its support to India’s fight against terrorism. High-level diplomatic talks were held…
1. Reviving a Far-Sighted but Forgotten Bill Mechanism (Source – Page 8, The Hindu International Edition) Topic: GS Paper 2 – Parliament and State Legislatures: Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business Context Private Member’s Bills (PMBs), introduced by non-ministerial MPs, offer a rare channel for independent legislative initiatives in Parliament. Despite their historical significance, they are…
