Category: EDITORIALS

  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.   Introduction India’s higher education system, despite its vast expansion over recent decades, faces significant challenges in producing industry-ready graduates. Additionally, faculty shortages, an overemphasis on low-quality research, and limited collaboration between teaching and research …

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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 The Kamala Harris campaign has been overshadowed by relentless digital harassment and a surge in AI-driven disinformation. These targeted attacks …

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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 The 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia provided an opportunity for key global leaders to hold bilateral discussions on the sidelines. A notable meeting took place between India and Iran, both countries with …

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  Source: The Hindu General Studies-3; Topic: Environment and Climate Change Introduction: From November 11 to 22, 2024, global leaders will meet in Baku, Azerbaijan, for COP29, where discussions will revolve around setting a new global climate finance goal, known as the “new collective quantified goal” (NCQG). A major theme at this conference will be …

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Source: The Hindu General Studies-2; Topic: Governance, Constitution, Polity, and Social Justice Introduction: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has emphasized the urgent need to eliminate the culture of judicial adjournments. Speaking at the National Conference of District Judiciary in September 2024, she highlighted that case delays predominantly affect the poor and rural populations, who …

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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: The report ‘Relative Economic Performance of Indian States (1960-61 to 2023-24)’, published by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), examines the economic contributions of Indian states, focusing on their …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-1; Topic: Role of women and women’s organization   Introduction: The Indian judiciary lacks substantial representation of women, especially at higher levels. Although entry-level recruitment has improved, higher courts, particularly High Courts and the Supreme Court, still see minimal female representation. As per the Supreme Court’s “State of the Judiciary” …

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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 PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme aims to strengthen India’s shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) across multiple transportation segments. This underscores the …

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  Source: IE   General Studies-2; Topic: Population and associated issues.   Introduction Recently, Andhra Pradesh’s Chief Minister, Chandrababu Naidu, emphasized the need to shift focus from traditional “population control” to “population management.” This approach aligns with India’s unique demographic advantages, such as its young workforce, and acknowledges the importance of sustainable growth. As India …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests.   Introduction: Global supply chains are undergoing a significant transformation, with a shift from efficiency (“just in time”) to resilience (“just in case”), and now to security (“just to be secure”). Two key developments …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.   Introduction The United Nations (UN), through its Charter, is committed to both peaceful conflict resolution and the use of force when necessary to maintain international peace and security. Despite these robust provisions, the UN has often been …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Indian Constitution– historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.   Introduction November 26 marks the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of India, a cornerstone of Indian democracy. This milestone serves as a reminder of the values enshrined in the Constitution, promoting awareness …

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  Source: IE   General Studies-2; Topic: Role of civil services in a democracy.   Introduction: The ethnic violence in Manipur between the Meitei and Kuki communities erupted on May 3, 2023. The conflict has resulted in over 200 deaths and displaced 60,000 people.   Historical and Ethnic Context of the Conflict: Ethnic Composition of …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-1; Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.,    Introduction India faced one of the worst monsoon seasons in recent years, with recurrent flooding affecting most states. According to a 2021 study by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), approximately 40% of districts in India experience …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-1; Topic: Salient features of Indian Society.   Introduction: The Supreme Court’s historic judgment against online child sexual abuse marks a significant milestone in combating child exploitation. It expands the scope of criminal liability for downloading and storing Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM), which addresses the core …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-2; Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary;   Introduction to Third-Party Litigation Funding (TPLF) TPLF involves external investors funding legal cases in exchange for a share of the potential winnings. It aims to address the financial burden faced by individuals seeking justice, particularly in …

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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 of Social Security for Gig Workers The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment is drafting a national law to integrate gig workers into social security schemes. The government plans to offer health …

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  Source: The Hindu   General Studies-1; Topic: Urbanization, their problems and their remedies. Introduction In recent years, India has experienced increasingly severe heatwaves, with urban areas suffering the most due to the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. This phenomenon, where cities are significantly warmer than their rural counterparts, is exacerbated by poor urban planning …

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