[ Day 58 – August 15, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – GS2 & Ethics

GS2   Q1. ‘The 21st century is going to be the Indian century’. Analyse. (10M)   Q2. How does the concept of ordinance-making power grant governments the ability to enact laws without the usual legislative process. What are the fundamental issues arising out of it? Discuss with the help of examples. (15M)   Ethics   …

[ Day 57 – August 14, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – International Relations & Ethics

International Relations   Q1. How has BRICS’ original role as a platform for major emerging economies evolved over time. What factors have driven this shift? (10M)   Q2. Critically assess the key characteristics of India’s diplomacy in recent times. (15M)   Ethics   Syllabus: Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and world Q3. …

[ Day 56 – August 13, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – Social justice & Ethics

Social justice   Q1. Can the infusion of digital tools and technology transcend geographical barriers and foster equitable learning experiences for students in India. (10M)   Q2.  India has seen a remarkable reduction in poverty in recent years. Has the reduction in poverty contributed to bridging the gap between urban and rural areas, and equally …

[ Day 55 – August 12, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – Governance & Ethics

Governance   Q1. In what ways do informal pressure groups differ from formal organizations in their approach to shaping public policy. Discuss using examples. (10M)   Q2. Do you agree with the view that citizen charters in India have succeeded in their objective of making the administrative system citizen-centric? Analyse and give your suggestions in …

Sansad TV: Perspective- Safeguarding Cultural Heritage

    Introduction: A parliamentary panel has recommended setting up a “dedicated cultural heritage squad” for the recovery of stolen antiquities. The department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture said this in a report tabled in both Houses of Parliament. In its “Three Hundred Forty Eighth Report on the subject ‘Heritage Theft – …

[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 15 August 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 …

Metagenome sequencing

  Source: TH  Context: The pandemic led to the development of rapid and unbiased genome sequencing techniques for pathogen surveillance. The metagenomic approach, used to directly sequence patient samples without prior knowledge of the infectious agent, quickly identified SARS-CoV-2 as the cause of COVID-19. This genomic approach, termed metagenomics, has revolutionized pathogen identification and surveillance. …

NCCF and NAFED

  Source: PIB  Context: Starting from August 15, the National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation (NCCF) and the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED) will be selling tomatoes at a retail price of Rs. 50 per kg.   Why the step? NCCF and NAFED had taken steps to procure tomatoes from mandis (wholesale markets) in …

Remittances to India

  Source: FE Context: Remittances to India surged by 26% to reach approximately $112 billion in FY23, marking a significant increase from the approx $89 billion recorded in FY22.   This growth in remittances reflects the heightened demand for Indian professionals globally following the pandemic.   What are Remittances? Remittances are funds sent by migrants …

Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) scheme

  Source: TH  Context: Fourteen States and Union Territories, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, have not yet signed a crucial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Union Education Ministry to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) as part of the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) scheme.   Why have states not joined …

Graphene-Aurora Program

  Source: PIB The “Graphene-Aurora Program” was launched by MeitY Maker Village in Kochi, Kerala. This initiative, led by Digital University Kerala, aims to bridge the gap between graphene research and commercialization. The establishment of the India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (I-GEIC) will play a pivotal role in this effort. What is Graphene? Graphene …