[MISSION 2023] RTM(Revision through MCQs)- 20 Feb 2023

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Sansad TV: In-Depth- Impact of 5G on India

    Introduction: 5G technologies represent the next generation standard of wireless communication, connecting devices, machines, businesses, and people. What sets 5G in India and elsewhere apart is its ability to deliver higher multi-Gbps data 5G speed, massive bandwidth and network capacity, ultra-low latency, better availability and more reliability compared to any other mobile network. …

EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : A democratization that is more a fallacy      

  Source: The Hindu   Prelims: Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, Grievance Appellate Committees (GACs), EU- Digital Services Act (DSA) etc Mains GS Paper II: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, the role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money-laundering …

EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : Slow progress to creating a safe workplace for women

  Source: The Hindu Prelims: Sexual harassment act PLFS, IPC, National Crime Record Bureau etc Mains GS Paper I and II: Vulnerable sections of society, Laws, institutions and bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections of society etc   ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS The recent case of allegations of sexual harassment some of India’s …

[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 21 February 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …

Indian blue economy is thriving but the country needs to be careful about marine litter

GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Conservation   Source: DTE    Context: India has been leading the blue economy discourse at the highest level with its geographic and geostrategic position, putting greater focus on the Indian Ocean region but abandoned, lost or discarded fishing gear is a serious threat worldwide.    About Blue Economy: Blue economy …

India, alongside China and US, set to suffer maximum climate impacts on the economy by 2050: Report

GS Paper 3  Syllabus: Environment, Conservation   Source: DTE  Context: According to a report titled ‘XDI’s Gross Domestic Climate Risk’, the Indian economy is likely to suffer alongside China and the US due to climatic impacts.   About the report: It has been prepared by XDI (The Cross Dependency Initiative) – an independent specialist established …

Why is China’s stand on Russia and Ukraine raising concerns?

GS Paper 2 Syllabus: International Relations   Source: IE  Context: After over a year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, new concerns are being raised about Beijing’s probable willingness to support Moscow militarily.   Russia-China relations: Both pledged their commitment to a “no limits” friendship. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, the China-Russia partnership is established on …

Why does the Centre want to revisit the process for designating senior advocates at Supreme Court, and High Courts?

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary   Source: IE  Context: The Central government is seeking to change guidelines [issued by the SC after the Indira Jaising vs. Union of India case in 2017] for the designation of senior lawyers.   Background: Indira Jaising (India’s first woman Senior …

Moscow reminds French Prez Emmanuel Macron of Napoleon’s failed Russian invasion: What’s the history?

 GS Papers 1 Syllabus: French Revolution, Napoleon’s Invasions   Source: Indian Express Context: Russia asked French President Emmanuel Macron to remember the fate of Napoleon Bonaparte after he called for Russia’s defeat against Ukraine.    Why did France invade Russia under Napoleon? After winning the battle of Friedland in 1807, Napoleon signed the Treaties of …

[Announcement]Timetable of Initiatives posted on our website for UPSC CSE Preparation!

  Dear Student,   Insights IAS always stays true to its tagline: ‘Simplifying IAS Exam Preparation’! We post several initiatives for free on our website to empower you to crack the exam through smart study and application of knowledge gained. But another important factor needed in order to clear the exam is CONSISTENCY and DISCIPLINE! …

[MISSION 2023] Insights SECURE : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 21 February 2023

Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  MISSION – 2023: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Join IPM 4.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday General Studies – 1   Topic: History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, …

Social influence can be a double-edged sword because it can have both positive and negative effects. Examine.

Topic: social influence and persuasion. 7.  Social influence can be a double-edged sword because it can have both positive and negative effects. Examine. (150 words) Difficulty level: Easy Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Conceptual Tuesdays’ in Mission-2023. Secure. Key Demand …

What do you understand by emission trading? As a policy tool to control greenhouse gas emissions, the carbon emissions trading scheme can achieve the goal of reducing emissions while minimizing overall emissions reduction costs through market transactions. Examine. 

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. 6. What do you understand by emission trading? As a policy tool to control greenhouse gas emissions, the carbon emissions trading scheme can achieve the goal of reducing emissions while minimizing overall emissions reduction costs through market transactions. Examine.  (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The …