1. Justice in Times of Heat Source – ( Page 6, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS2: Governance, GS3: Environment Context With increasing heatwave-related deaths across India, especially in urban areas, the editorial highlights the lack of climate-sensitive legal frameworks and infrastructure preparedness. Rising Heatwaves: Heatwaves have become more intense and prolonged due to climate change….
1. Rebuilding J&K Source – ( Page 6, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS2: Governance, GS3: Internal Security Context The editorial addresses the fragile state of recovery in Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on the urgent need for physical and economic security for its civilian population. The long-lasting conflict, military presence, and social alienation have led to…
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. Sound and Fury Source – (Page 8, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS1 (Geography), GS3 (Disaster Management, Climate Adaptation) Context The editorial discusses the unusually early arrival of the southwest monsoon in Kerala and Mumbai, highlighting how such climatic irregularities expose the gaps in India’s urban planning and disaster response infrastructure. Early Arrival of Monsoon…
1. The silver jubilee of a strategic partnership Source – (Page 6, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations (India-Germany Bilateral Relations, Strategic Partnerships) Context India and Germany are celebrating 25 years of their strategic partnership this month. This long-standing relationship has evolved into a robust collaboration built on shared democratic values,…
1. States deserve a bigger share of central taxes in post-GST era Source – (Page 6, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 2: Federalism, Centre-State Relations, Tax Devolution Context During the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, several Chief Ministers raised concerns over shrinking fiscal space for States and demanded an increased share in…
1. Frontier of progress Source – ( Page 8, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 2 (Governance, Federalism), GS Paper 3 (Infrastructure Development) Context Prime Minister Modi recently highlighted the cultural diversity and economic potential of India’s North-East region during the Rising North East Investors Summit 2025. The editorial evaluates India’s approach to integrating this…
1. The cost of unemployment, and learning from past blunders Source – ( Page 8, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 3 (Employment, Inclusive Growth, Economy) Context The editorial critiques India’s unemployment crisis and links it to policy missteps, especially during high-growth periods, highlighting the lessons to be learned. The Unemployment Problem: Despite GDP growth,…
1. Use international law to take on Pakistan-backed terror Source – ( Page 10, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations, Security, Legal Frameworks) Context In the backdrop of Operation Sindoor and cross-border terrorism, the editorial emphasizes how India can utilize international legal frameworks and courts to hold Pakistan accountable for sponsoring terrorism….
1. Israel’s Isolation Source – ( Page 6, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS Paper 2: International Relations (India-West Asia Relations, Israel-Palestine Conflict) Context The editorial discusses the growing international isolation of Israel due to its aggressive military actions in Gaza, especially after the resumption of hostilities post the March 18 ceasefire breakdown. Global Reaction and…
