GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country, different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers. Context: The total funds disbursed under Rythu Bandhu, Telangana government’s direct benefit transfer scheme …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: India and neighbourhood relations. Context: Recently, Sri Lanka announced that the Indian Oil Subsidiary Lanka IOC would be given 49% stake in the joint development of the Trincomalee Oil Tank farm, with Ceylon Petroleum Corporation keeping 51%. Why has this become a historical deal? 35-year-old agreement: If it …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Context: Israel’s military has launched strikes against militant targets in the Gaza Strip, a day after rockets were fired from the Hamas-ruled territory. What’s the issue? The cease-fire, brokered by Egypt and other …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: India and neighbourhood relations. Context: China’s new law on land borders has come into effect from the new year. While some feel India should worry about its border areas, others note that China’s actions have been aggressive even without it. About the law: It is called the law …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Government Policies and associated issues. Context: The government has released a draft national policy for air sports. Highlights of the Policy: Two-tier governance structure: The policy proposes a two-tier governance structure for air sports in the country, which will include an apex governing body called the Air Sports …
GS Paper 1: Topics Covered: Population and Related Issues. Context: The first phase of the census and collection of details to update the National Population Register (NPR) have been postponed at least till September. Mandatory requirements for Census: Freezing of boundary limits of administrative units: Freezing of boundary limits of administrative units (boundaries …
