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 …
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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. …
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 …
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 …
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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 – …
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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 Monthly CA Magazine: CURRENT AFFAIRS 30 has several features/changes: No more bullets in the index (a much-requested feature! Yes, we are …
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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 …
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Mapping Source: ET A male tiger died in Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary, Maharashtra, after being hit by a vehicle in the buffer zone. Road accidents have been a major cause of tiger deaths in India, with 26 tigers losing their lives to road and rail accidents between 2011 and 2021. Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary is located …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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Source: TH Context: President Droupadi Murmu has sanctioned 76 gallantry awards for armed forces and Central Armed Police Forces personnel on the eve of India’s 77th Independence Day. Among these, the Kirti Chakra, the second-highest peacetime gallantry award, will be presented to four Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) members who lost their lives …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: President Droupadi Murmu, during her address on the eve of Independence Day, paid tribute to women freedom fighters. She mentioned two notable figures: Matangini Hazra: Born in 1869 in a village near Tamluk, West Bengal, she was married at a young age and became widowed by …
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 …
Content for Mains Enrichment Source: TH A report highlights Telangana’s organized approach to developing and spreading Artificial Intelligence (AI) across various sectors. The report suggests that due to the rapid adoption of AI, Telangana is on track to become a global leader in the AI field, not just within the country but on an …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Disaster management Source: DTE Context: Amid an extended dry period of monsoon rain, Karnataka has written to the Central government, urging a reevaluation of drought declaration norms. What are Droughts? Drought is defined as a deficiency in rainfall/precipitation over an extended period, causing adverse impacts on vegetation, animals, and …
GS Paper 4 Syllabus: Ethics in Human Lives Source: IE Context: Award-winning Famous Chef Suresh Pillai recently shared a heartwarming story that highlights the ethical aspect of compassion and assistance. In a viral post, the Chef recounted how his team helped relocate the family members of one of their employees from conflict-ridden Manipur to …
