[ Day 4 – June 22, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – Modern India & Case Study

   Modern India Q1. How did Bal Gangadhar Tilak’s ideas and actions pave the way for the emergence of Gandhi as a mass leader in the Indian freedom struggle? (10M)   Q2. In what ways did Indian nationalism emerge as a reaction to British policies in colonial India? Discuss. (15M)   Q3.  “Increasingly tech companies …

You have been appointed to a committee to overlook lapses in a clinical trial done by one of the famous companies in India known for manufacturing affordable drugs in the world. The reason behind setting up the committee was that an employee of the company had reported that the management was trying to push the said drug without due diligence. This created a huge controversy in the country regarding the overall functioning of the country. Pharmaceutical companies from western countries are also lobbying against this company.

  Q4. You have been appointed to a committee to overlook lapses in a clinical trial done by one of the famous companies in India known for manufacturing affordable drugs in the world. The reason behind setting up the committee was that an employee of the company had reported that the management was trying to …

“Increasingly tech companies are finding innovative ways to undermine the principles of privacy and other fundamental rights in recent times to improve their businesses”. In the context of this statement, do you think India has sufficient moral safeguards to prevent such unethical usage?

  Q3.  “Increasingly tech companies are finding innovative ways to undermine the principles of privacy and other fundamental rights in recent times to improve their businesses”. In the context of this statement, do you think India has sufficient moral safeguards to prevent such unethical usage?

[ Day 3 – Synopsis ] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – Art & Culture & Ethics

   Arts and Culture   Q1. Provide an overview of Mohiniattam, its unique features and themes? (10M) Introduction Mohiniattam or the Dance of an Enchantress (‘Mohini’ meaning beautiful woman and ‘attam’ means dance), is essentially a solo dance performance by women that was further developed by Vadivelu in 19th century and gained prominence under the …

EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : More HIT than miss in India-Nepal ties

  Source: The Hindu   Prelims: Current events of international importance(India-Nepal ties, India-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship, Seti River (SR6) projects etc Mains GS Paper II: Bilateral, regional and global grouping involving India, Significance of Indo-Pacific for India etc   ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS Nepal Prime Minister ‘Prachanda’ described India’s visit as “successful”. This is Prachanda’s …

[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 22 June 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 …

Uttarakhand (India)

  Source: TH Sixteen tigers have died in Uttarakhand, since January, prompting concern from the Environment Ministry. Currently, Uttarakhand has 3 active Tiger reserves (Corbett National Park, Kalagarh Tiger Reserve, and Rajaji Tiger Reserve) and 2 more will be open soon named Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary and Surai Range of Terai East. The State, at present, …

Chashma Nuclear Plant (Pakistan)

Mapping   Source: TH China has inked an agreement with Pakistan to set up a 1,200-megawatt nuclear power plant Chashma-V at Chashma in the Mianwali district of Pakistan Punjab. The Chashma Nuclear Power Plant is a large commercial nuclear power plant covered under the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) monitoring and safeguards which also provides funding for the site expansion.

Blue Ocean Event (BOE)

  Source: TH Context: A new study suggests that the Arctic Ocean could be ice-free in summer by the 2030s, even with efforts to reduce emissions.   What is the Blue Ocean Event? A “blue ocean event” refers to a situation in which the Arctic Ocean becomes ice-free during the summer, with the sea ice …

Precision Fermentation

  Source: Live Mint Context: R2 is a biomanufacturing facility in Karnataka, known for its precision fermentation technology. It produces proteins without the need for traditional livestock farming, offering potential benefits such as reduced greenhouse gas emissions, land conservation, and a decrease in animal cruelty.    About Precision Fermentation: Precision fermentation involves using microbes to …

US FDI in India

  Source: BS  Context: During Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the US, there has been an increase in both inbound foreign direct investment (FDI) to India and Indian investment in the US.   What are FDI and FPI? FDI stands for Foreign Direct Investment, which refers to the investment made by a foreign …

Entrepreneurship for Women

  Source: PIB  Context: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM) have partnered to empower women entrepreneurs. Aim: It is aimed at empowering women to make well-informed career choices in the field of entrepreneurship. Sectors covered: It will provide support to women starting or expanding their enterprises in …

Minimum Dietary Diversity (MDD)

Source: DTE  Context: Inadequate dietary diversity and meal frequency contribute to child malnutrition in India, including stunting and micronutrient deficiencies.   What is Minimum Dietary Diversity? Minimum Dietary Diversity (MDD) refers to a recommended standard set by the World Health Organization (WHO) for children aged 6-23 months. It suggests that during the previous day or …