UN to allow deep sea mining: Issues and concerns

GS Paper 2/3 Syllabus: International Relations/Environment, Conservation   Source: IE Context: The International Seabed Authority (ISA) has decided that it will start taking permit applications from companies that want to mine the ocean floor. Image Credits: ISA 2021 Background:.     Concerns: At the 28th Session of the ISA (Kingston, Jamaica), several countries insisted that …

Defamation law

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Indian Constitution—Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure   Source: TH   Context: The defamation law in India has come under scrutiny once again following the conviction of a Congress leader (Rahul Gandhi) in a 2019 defamation case.   Background: In 1860, the British imported their idea of …

[MISSION 2023] Insights SECURE : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 04 April 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: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian …

The issues with corporate governance have highlighted the need for stronger regulations, enforcement mechanisms, and greater transparency and accountability in corporate governance practices in India. Examine.

Topic: corporate governance. 7. The issues with corporate governance have highlighted the need for stronger regulations, enforcement mechanisms, and greater transparency and accountability in corporate governance practices in India. Examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – …

What are the key characteristics of ethical governance? Explain with examples.

Topic: Philosophical basis of governance and probity 6. What are the key characteristics of ethical governance? Explain with examples. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India 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 …

Explain the various kinds of satellite orbits initiated from Earth and analyse the potential risks related to unmanaged rocket re-entry into the Earth’s orbit.

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. 5. Explain the various kinds of satellite orbits initiated from Earth and analyse the potential risks related to unmanaged rocket re-entry into the Earth’s orbit. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the …

Throw light on the concept of metaverse. Discuss its applications and concerns associated with the development of metaverse ecosystem in India.

Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. 4. Throw light on the concept of metaverse. Discuss its applications and concerns associated with the development of metaverse ecosystem in India.  (250 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the …

Entering into a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is a logical progression, which offers opportunities for emerging technologies, expanding businesses, and improved employment prospects for their populations. Analyse.

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. 3. Entering into a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is a logical progression, which offers opportunities for emerging technologies, expanding businesses, and improved employment prospects for their populations. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate …

The impact of patriarchy on women can be significant and pervasive, affecting their personal, social, economic, and political lives in many ways. Examine.

Topic: Social empowerment; Role of women and women’s organization 2. The impact of patriarchy on women can be significant and pervasive, affecting their personal, social, economic, and political lives in many ways. Examine. (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: Indian Express Why the question: The article discusses the arrest of a woman in Kerala, India, …

What are Rare earth elements (REEs)? REEs are critical components of many modern technologies, and their importance is only likely to increase as these technologies continue to evolve. Discuss.

Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent); 1. What are Rare earth elements (REEs)? REEs are critical components of many modern technologies, and their importance is only likely to increase as these technologies continue to evolve. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The Hindu , Insights …

INSIGHTS IAS WEEKLY CURRENT AFFAIRS MAGAZINE : 20th Mar – 25th Mar 2023

  Dear Students, Our motto has always been to simplify your UPSC CSE preparation. In pursuance of the above objective, our team decided to improve the magazines further. The new and improved version of our Weekly CA Magazine has several features/changes: No more bullets in the index (a much-requested feature! Yes, we are always listening …

Weekly Compilation of Practice to Progress(PYQs) for UPSC 27th Mar to 01st Apr

  Dear Student, In order to simplify your preparation further & to make revision easier, we will be releasing a weekly compilation of our UPSC PYQ Initiative: Practice to Progress, every Sunday! We hope that you all find it beneficial. Utilise these compilations to revise & ace the UPSC CSE Prelims 2023! Download the Compilation …

[Mission 2023] Current Affairs Quiz , 3 April 2023

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Sansad TV: Diplomatic Dispatch- India and the SCO

    Introduction: Shanghai Cooperation Organization  22nd Summit was organized in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with Prime Minister Modi in attendance. SCO: Shanghai Cooperation Organisation or SCO is a Eurasian political, economic and security organisation. SCO grew out of Shanghai Five founded in 1996 with China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan as its original members. After the disintegration of Soviet Union in …