“Poverty is the condition where an individual or group lacks the basic resources and income to meet their essential needs for a minimum standard of living.” Poverty is a global challenge affecting billions of people. It is manifested as deprivation of basic needs such as food, clean water, shelter, education and healthcare which deprives a…
A sexual minority is a group whose sexual identity, orientation or practices differ from the majority of the surrounding society. Primarily used to refer to lesbian, gay, bisexual, or non-heterosexual individuals, it can also refer to transgender, non-binary (including third gender) or intersex individuals. LGBTQIA+ Community The term LGBT stands for Lesbian, Gay, bisexual, and Transgender….
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Express Network, Page – 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context In Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, excessive fluoride contamination in groundwater has caused skeletal fluorosis among villagers, leading to severe mobility issues, joint pain, and muscle weakness. The problem was first identified in 2013, and a recent Jal Nigam report…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 14) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted an above-normal number of heatwave days across most parts of India this summer, highlighting the increasing intensity and frequency of extreme heat events. Analysis of the news: The Looming Threat of Heatwaves…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context Reducing aerosol emissions without simultaneously cutting greenhouse gases may accelerate warming and extreme heat, especially in polluted regions like India. Aerosols and Greenhouse Gases Aerosols and greenhouse gases both impact the climate but in…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India and Sri Lanka are exploring a stronger Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to enhance economic integration, especially after India’s aid during Sri Lanka’s 2022 economic crisis. The agreement could boost trade, services, and regional connectivity. India-Sri Lanka Free…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS1 – Geography Context A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28, 2025, about 20 km from Mandalay. Overview of the Earthquake The Sagaing fault, one of the most seismically active faults in the region, was the source of the earthquake….
1. When democracy cuts across (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice GS3 – Indian Economy Context The article assesses the Narendra Modi government’s performance in poverty reduction across social and religious groups from 2011-12 to 2023-24, highlighting inclusive economic growth as a…
Q1) Discuss the role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in fostering regional growth in India. How can MSMEs contribute to achieving industrial diversification and technological advancement? (15 marks, 250 words) ANSWER With around 6.4 crore units throughout the country, MSMEs contribute around 6.11% of the manufacturing GDP and 24.63% of the GDP from…
