Q1) The sole point of MSP is to protect farmers from sudden price shock”. Do you think legalization of MSP can insure farmers from sudden price shocks? What are the other measures which can be taken to make MSP-led procurement effective? (15 marks, 250 words) ANSWER Minimum Support Price (MSP) is a form of market…
1. Why are undersea cables important? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Infrastructure Context India is expanding its internet infrastructure with new undersea cable systems.The latest, 2Africa Pearls, adds 100 Tbps capacity, boosting global connectivity. What are Undersea Cables? India’s Current Undersea Cable Capacity India has two…
1. The other space race — the geopolitics of satellite net (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context India’s collaboration with satellite internet providers aims to bridge the digital divide – while balancing economic interests, strategic autonomy, and geopolitical concerns. This shift highlights…
Understanding the patterns of population distribution is one of the key areas of study in Human geography. In this chapter, we shall study the basics of Population dynamics and then in the later chapters we shall study the impact of migration and settlement patterns of population. Density of Population: The density of Population is the…
Organic Farming refers to “A Farming system which: Avoids or largely excludes the use of synthetic inputs (such as fertilizers, pesticides, hormones, feed additives etc) and To the maximum extent feasible rely upon crop rotations, crop residues, animal manures, off-farm organic waste, mineral grade rock additives and biological system of nutrient mobilization and plant protection”….
In recent decades, secularism has faced challenges, including communal violence, judicial disputes like the Shah Bano case and Sabarimala verdict, and the rise of identity-based politics, with debates around the Uniform Civil Code highlighting ongoing tensions. Despite these challenges, secularism remains a fundamental pillar of India’s democratic identity. Additionally, balancing the freedom of religion with…
“India’s unity lies not in uniformity but in its diversity; regionalism must be an instrument of growth, not a wedge of division.” – Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel Regionalism is a socio-political phenomenon wherein individuals and communities prioritize their regional identity over national identity. It stems from a sense of belonging to a specific geographical, cultural…
“A nation divided by religion or community can never reach its full potential. Communalism is the greatest barrier to national progress’’ – Subhas…
Poverty in India has deep historical roots, influenced by colonial policies, post-independence economic strategies, and social inequalities. Historical Analysis of Poverty in India The history of poverty in India can be categorized into three key periods: Colonial Era (1757–1947): British colonial rule significantly contributed to India’s widespread poverty through the following key factors – Post-Independence…
Poverty and human development are deeply interconnected, with poverty often being a major barrier to human development. Human development refers to the process of improving the well-being of individuals, with a focus on enhancing their capabilities, education, healthcare and quality of life. How Poverty Affects Human Development? Developmental Issues Related to Poverty Developmental issues related…
