1. Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill: Controversy and Implications Source – Page 8, The Hindu Topic: GS2 – Polity & Governance (Security, Fundamental Rights), GS3 – Internal Security Context The Maharashtra Assembly passed a new security legislation aimed at curbing ‘urban Naxalism’, but the Bill is being criticized as ambiguous, open to misuse, and a…
1. Two nations and a river(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS1 (Geography – Water Resources),GS2 (International Relations, India-China Relations, Bilateral Issues, Treaties and Agreements),GS3 (Environmental Issues, Infrastructure),GS4 (Ethics in International Relations – Equitable Use, Justice) Context This editorial examines the implications of China’s construction of a massive dam on the Brahmaputra River (known…
Q1) Discuss the significance of establishing India’s first private test facility for heavy water upgrade in the context of nuclear energy development. Analyze the likely benefits and challenges of private sector involvement in India’s nuclear technology and suggest measures to enhance its effectiveness. (GS Paper 3, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: Introduction India’s first private test…
1. Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls—Concerns Over Documentation & Citizenship Source: Page 8 , The Hindu UPSC IAS Edition Topic: GS-2 (Governance: Polity & Elections), GS1 (Society: Migration), GS4 (Ethics) Context The Election Commission of India (ECI) launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar ahead of the Assembly…
1. 30th July “NISAR” launch from Sriharikota will upscale ISRO’s international collaborations Source – Press Information Bureau (PIB) – Ministry of Jal Shakti (28 July 2025) Topic: GS 3: Science and Technology; Disaster Management; Environmental Monitoring Context The NASA‑ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission—India’s first joint Earth‑observation satellite with the US—is launching on 30 July…
1. Kodarvi Tribe’s Return Highlights Tribal Justice and Social Integration Source – Page 4, The Hindu Topic: GS1 – Society (Tribal Issues, Social Justice); GS2 – Vulnerable Sections, Governance Context After more than a decade of exile due to the harsh tribal custom ‘chadotaru’, the Kodarvi community in Banaskantha district, Gujarat, returned to their village…
1. Carry it Forward(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 (International Relations, Bilateral Relations, Government Policies & Interventions), GS3 (Indian Economy, Export Policy, External Sector, Trade) Context India and the UK are advancing negotiations for a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA), a move spotlighting India’s broader strategy on export promotion and the need to…
Q1) Critically examine the implications of China’s construction of a mega dam on the Brahmaputra River near the Indian border. Discuss the potential concerns for India and suggest measures to address water security and bilateral cooperation. (GS Paper 2, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: Introduction China’s recent move to construct a massive hydropower dam on…
