In Biology, a Cell is a basic membrane-bound unit that contains the fundamental molecules of life. It is the fundamental unit of life, i.e. all life form is composed of cells. What is Life? The Question of what is life is not centred around what living things have, it is what they do. We find…
(Source: Page 6, The Hindu Delhi Edition) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Environment, Urbanization, Biodiversity Context On the International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22), this editorial emphasizes the urgent need to integrate biodiversity in urban planning to combat environmental degradation and climate challenges. Urban biodiversity’s importance Urban green spaces offer health, ecological, and economic…
India set to sign interim US trade deal by July 8, before 90-day pause ends (Source: Page 1 and 2, The Indian Express) Topic:GS2: India-US Bilateral RelationsGS3: International Trade, Economic Diplomacy, External Sector Context India and the United States are on track to sign an interim trade agreement by July 8, 2025. The move comes…
1. DoT Introduces “Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)” to Strengthen Cyber Fraud Prevention (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 22, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Cybersecurity, Financial Sector Reforms Context The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) to combat rising cyber frauds in digital transactions. Content Overview:…
1. A Turning Point (Source: Page 12, The Indian Express) Topic:GS3: Internal Security – Left Wing ExtremismGS2: Governance – Centre-State RelationsGS1: Post-Independence Consolidation (Conflict zones)GS4: Ethics in Public Administration (Security vs. Human Rights) Context The editorial discusses a major development in India’s counter-Maoist efforts — the killing of top Maoist leader Basavaraju, CPI (Maoist) General…
Q1) Critically examine the effectiveness of India’s counter-insurgency operations in Naxal-affected areas in light of the recent offensive in Chhattisgarh. What are the challenges in ensuring long-term peace and development in these regions? (GS Paper 3, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: India’s recent 72-hour anti-Naxal operation in the Abujhmad forest of Chhattisgarh led to…
1. Top Maoist leader among 27 killed in Chhattisgarh Source: Page 1, The Hindu, Delhi Edition (22 May 2025) Topic: GS3: Internal Security, GS2: Governance Context A major anti-Naxal operation in Chhattisgarh led to the death of 27 Maoists, including top leader Basavaraju, marking a key moment in the government’s anti-insurgency efforts. Content: Background: Basavaraju:…
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…
(Source: Page 1 & 12, The Hindu Delhi Edition) Topic: GS Paper 2: Polity and Governance, Minority Rights, Judiciary Context Petitioners in the Supreme Court have challenged the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, arguing that it infringes upon the religious and property rights of the Muslim community. Key Issues with the Waqf…
