(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 11) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Former US President Donald Trump suggested recognising Crimea as Russian territory, reversing longstanding American policy. This aligns with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s narrative and risks legitimising the 2014 annexation, potentially undermining Ukraine’s sovereignty and setting a dangerous precedent for…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition, Page 2) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Defence Technology and Innovations Context The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully demonstrated a major milestone in hypersonic technology by ground-testing an Active Cooled Scramjet Subscale Combustor for more than 1,000 seconds, paving the way for indigenous hypersonic cruise missile…
1. UDAN Scheme – Connecting India, One Flight at a Time. (Source – PIB 26th April 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 & 3– Governance, Government Schemes, Infrastructure Development, Economic Growth. Context Launched in 2016 under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS), UDAN (“Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik”) is India’s flagship program to make air travel accessible,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition, Page 2 Topic: GS Paper 2 – Polity and Governance Context Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, while inaugurating a two-day conference of Vice-Chancellors (V-Cs) organized by Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi, emphasized the constitutional responsibility of Governors and highlighted the importance of academic freedom, tolerance for diverse ideas, and innovation in…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition, Page 3) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations, GS Paper 3- Defence Technology Context India and France are set to formally conclude a ₹63,000 crore government-to-government (G-to-G) deal for 26 Rafale-M (Marine version) fighter jets. This major defence acquisition is aimed at strengthening the Indian Navy’s aircraft carrier…
1. The toolkit for Pakistan (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India is reassessing its strategic approach toward Pakistan following renewed provocations, internal instability in Pakistan, and shifting regional geopolitics. Can India Ignore Pakistan in Its Strategic Vision? India’s aspiration for…
Q1) In what ways do social media platforms perpetuate and challenge social inequalities and power structures? Provide a critical analysis. (15 marks, 250 words) ANSWER Social media platforms have revolutionized communication, becoming powerful tools for social interaction, activism, and cultural exchange. However, while they offer new opportunities to challenge power structures, they can also reinforce…
1. A grim picture of India’s water reality (Source – The Hindu, Page 7 (Op-Ed), 26 April 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 – Governance and Public Policy Context India’s water crisis is worsening alarmingly. Despite various policy interventions, challenges like groundwater depletion, drought cycles, poor urban water management, and climate stress are pushing the country…
1. India, France to finalise ₹63,000-cr. deal for 26 Rafale-M jets on April 28 (Source – The Hindu, International Edition, Page 3) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations, GS Paper 3- Defence Technology Context India and France are set to formally conclude a ₹63,000 crore government-to-government (G-to-G) deal for 26 Rafale-M (Marine version) fighter…
Since the failure of the negotiations under the WTO, the world is moving towards a new type of trade agreement, the mega trade agreement. Mega trade agreements are large-scale, comprehensive trade pacts involving multiple countries or regions, aimed at promoting trade liberalization and economic integration. These agreements cover goods, services, investments, intellectual property, and dispute…
