Category: EDITORIALS

General Studies-2; Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary; Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity.   Introduction The recent communal remarks by Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court have brought judicial conduct and independence under intense scrutiny. His comments, …

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General Studies-2; Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.   Introduction The tragic suicide of Atul Subhash in Bengaluru has reignited the debate around the misuse of dowry harassment …

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General Studies-1; Topic: Urbanization, their problems and their remedies.   Introduction Advertising, once a targeted means of communication, has permeated every possible space in modern life—physical, digital, and even psychological. The issue has become glaringly evident as urban landscapes, cultural sites, and digital platforms are flooded with ads.   Advertising in Public Spaces: A Cluttered …

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  General Studies-3; Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.   Introduction to the Economic Context Pre-COVID Economic Scenario: Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the Indian economy faced severe structural headwinds. GDP growth fell from 8.2% in March 2018 to 3.1% in March 2020. Growth decline occurred continuously for …

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General Studies-2; Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.   Introduction Recent reports allege Lindt dark chocolates contain lead and cadmium above acceptable levels. The company attributes this to the inevitability of heavy metals in cocoa. In the US, a class-action suit has been filed; however, the company continues …

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General Studies-3; Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.   Introduction India aspires to become a developed nation by 2047, the centenary of its independence. Achieving this goal necessitates sustaining an annual growth rate of around 8% over the next few decades. This is an ambitious target, considering …

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  General Studies-2; Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.   Introduction Karnataka’s proposal to amend the Karnataka State Universities (KSU) Act to replace the Governor with the Chief Minister as the chancellor of universities has stirred a debate on the governance of higher education institutions. The proposed changes …

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  General Studies-1; Topic: Population and associated issues   Introduction The recent discussion about urging families to have at least three children, has reignited a critical debate on India’s population policies. This discussion raises questions about whether India is equipped to support a larger population with adequate education, healthcare, and social services.   India’s Demographic …

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  General Studies-2; Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations.   Introduction The visit of Bhutan’s King and Queen to India in December 2023 highlights the enduring strategic and historical partnership between the two countries. Against the backdrop of growing Chinese pressure and Bhutan’s domestic challenges, this visit assumes significant geopolitical importance.   Key Takeaways from …

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General Studies-3; Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.   Introduction On November 25, 2024, the Government of India launched the National Mission for Natural Farming (NMNF) to reduce dependency on chemical fertilisers and promote organic farming among one crore farmers. NMNF aims to train and support farmers transitioning to organic farming, focusing …

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  Source: The New Indian Express   General Studies-3; Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.   Introduction The GDP figures for Q2 2024-25 present a concerning picture of India’s economic trajectory, highlighting a sharp deceleration in growth and raising questions about the economy’s resilience and recovery strategy. …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-3; Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment.   Introduction India’s aspiration to establish itself as a global manufacturing powerhouse has been significantly bolstered by strategic government interventions, particularly the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. The scheme, combined with other economic reforms …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.   Introduction Prime Minister Modi’s Recent Visit (2024): First visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years. Strategic stopover on the way to the G-20 Summit in Brazil, signaling renewed emphasis on …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-3; Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.   Introduction The global climate crisis has reached unprecedented levels of urgency, with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warning that global warming must be limited to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels to avoid catastrophic impacts. However, current global …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.   Introduction The 2011 Census of India reported that 2.21% of the Indian population lives with disabilities, but this is a significant underestimation. The 2019 Brief Disability Model Survey by …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-3; Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money-laundering and its prevention   Introduction: As India aspires to become a developed nation by 2047, science and technology (S&T) play a pivotal role in achieving …

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  Source: IE   General Studies-3; Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.   Introduction Delhi is grappling with lethal air pollution, with Air Quality Index (AQI) peaking at 491 on November 18, 2024, near the upper limit of 500. Pollution levels are reported to be 50 times higher than the World Health …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.   Introduction The 2025 Census introduces a crucial initiative: updating the National Population Register (NPR), which forms the foundation for the establishment of the National Register of Indian Citizens (NRIC). …

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  Source: The Hindu  General Studies-3; Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.   Introduction The decision in Delhi to shift schools to online mode in November 2024 as part of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), triggered by severe air pollution, has drawn significant criticism. While GRAP measures aim to mitigate the …

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