UPSC Sansad TV: AIR’s Spotlight- Strengthening Bilateral Ties Between India and France

    Introduction: This is the 25th anniversary year of the Indo-French Strategic Partnership. France became India’s first strategic partner in the western world. For France, India was the first non-European partner. So, Macron’s being invited as the chief guest for the Republic Day parade is significant. It is a reciprocatory gesture of friendship extended …

Alpine ibexes

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: DTE  Context: Climate change is impacting Alpine ibexes (IUCN: Least Concern), a species of mountain goats in the European Alps. Warmer temperatures are forcing these goats to shift from diurnal to nocturnal (from daytime to nighttime) habits to escape excess heat, making them vulnerable to predators like wolves. This …

Pandemic Treaty and Disease X

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: DTE  Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, emphasizes the need for a pandemic treaty to prepare for potential future outbreaks, particularly ‘Disease X,’ representing an unknown disease with pandemic potential.   What is the Pandemic Treaty? The Draft Pandemic Treaty, proposed by the World …

‘Sapinda’ marriages

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: HT  Context: The Delhi High Court has affirmed the constitutional validity of a provision in the Hindu Marriage Act that prohibits ‘sapinda’ marriages, those between individuals related through ancestors unless their custom permits.   What is ‘Sapinda’ marriage? ‘Sapinda’ marriages refer to unions between individuals who are closely related …

Vijay Raghavan committee and DRDO functioning

GS Paper 3  Syllabus: Science and Technology/ Internal Security   Source: HT  Context: The Prime Minister has urged the armed forces, military-civilian bureaucracy, and the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) to eliminate cost overruns and project delays in defence manufacturing to make “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant India) successful. Previously, a committee led by Prof. K. …

UPSC EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : The Quality Of Growth

    Source: Indian Express Prelims: Indian Economy(GDP, GVA, fiscal policy, budget, economic survey, budget, Employment etc ) Mains GS Paper III: Fiscal policy, Monetary policy, GDP, Issues related to planning etc. ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS The Finance minister will present an interim budget, rather than a comprehensive annual budget due to National Elections.   INSIGHTS ON …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights Mini SECURE : 27 January 2024

  How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  MISSION – 2022: YEARLONG TIMETABLE   Answer the following questions in 150 words: General Studies – 1   1. The annexation of Goa was seen as a matter of national pride and a demonstration of India’s commitment to territorial integrity. Analyse. Reference: Insights on …

The Border Security Force (BSF) is one of the primary border guarding forces in India, and plays a crucial role in preventing trans-border crimes, with a specific focus on unauthorized entry into or exit from Indian territory. Analyse.

  10. The Border Security Force (BSF) is one of the primary border guarding forces in India, and plays a crucial role in preventing trans-border crimes, with a specific focus on unauthorized entry into or exit from Indian territory. Analyse. Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India

While Startup India has achieved notable progress in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, there are still challenges and areas that require improvement to further empower the startup ecosystem in the country. Examine.

  9. While Startup India has achieved notable progress in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, there are still challenges and areas that require improvement to further empower the startup ecosystem in the country. Examine. Reference: Live Mint

Statistical data is a cornerstone for effective governance. Access to accurate and reliable statistical information is crucial for creating policies that respond to the dynamic needs of society and promote the overall well-being of the population. Analyse.

  7. Statistical data is a cornerstone for effective governance. Access to accurate and reliable statistical information is crucial for creating policies that respond to the dynamic needs of society and promote the overall well-being of the population. Analyse. Reference: Live Mint