GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Health Issues Source: DTE, WHO Context: According to the “Global report on neglected tropical diseases 2023” report published on World NTD Day — January 30, 2023, by World Health Organization (WHO), Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) continue to disproportionately impact the most impoverished members of the international community, living in areas with inadequate water …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Agriculture and related issues Source: DTE Direction: The article discusses urban farming in India-its importance, steps taken, challenges and way ahead. Context: The “Draft Citizen’s Policy for Urban Agriculture in Delhi” by Delhi-based research non-profit People’s Resource Centre, was submitted to the Delhi government in 2022, to provide a …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: International Organizations Source: Indian Express, The Hindu Context: UN General Assembly (UNGA) President Csaba Korosi has expressed concern that the UN Security Council does not reflect today’s realities, is paralysed and is unable to discharge its basic function of maintaining international peace and security. What has happened now? …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure, Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels and Challenges Therein Source: TH Direction: The article examines the difficulties the 16th Finance Commission will face as the process to establish the 16th FC gets underway. Context: The government will soon …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation Source: TH Direction: The article highlights the public service obligation guidelines for TV channels in India. Context: The Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Ministry issued a fresh advisory for the implementation of …
