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Digital platforms have expanded freedom of expression but weakened the culture of accountability. Analyse its implications for democratic discourse.

Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability Q4. Digital platforms have expanded freedom of expression but weakened the culture of accountability. Analyse its implications for democratic discourse. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The rapid expansion of digital platforms has transformed democratic participation and communication, while simultaneously raising concerns regarding …

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The Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna (PM-AJAY)

Source: PIBSubject: Government Scheme Context: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the centralized PM-AJAY Portal and the AJAY Mobile Application. The Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna (PM-AJAY) About The Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna (PM-AJAY): What It Is? The Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna (PM-AJAY) is a comprehensive, 100% Centrally …

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Assess the role of digital governance in improving maternal and child healthcare outcomes in India. Examine how JANANI attempts to address systemic gaps in service delivery.

Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance Q3. Assess the role of digital governance in improving maternal and child healthcare outcomes in India. Examine how JANANI attempts to address systemic gaps in service delivery. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question India’s growing emphasis on digital public infrastructure in healthcare, …

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“The draft amendments to the Information Technology Rules mark a shift from judicially guided regulation to executive-led control of digital speech.” Do you agree? Substantiate your view.

Topic: mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Q3. “The draft amendments to the Information Technology Rules mark a shift from judicially guided regulation to executive-led control of digital speech.” Do you agree? Substantiate your view. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Recent …

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Internet Protocols

Source:  TH Subject:  Science and Technology Context: A study of six major Indian ISPs reveals a haphazard and inconsistent internet censorship regime, where only 1,414 out of 43,083 blocked domains were restricted across all providers. About Internet Protocols: What It Is? An Internet Protocol (IP) is a set of rules that govern how data is …

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PRISM-SG Portal

Source: PIB Subject: Miscellenous Context: Union Ministers have launched the PRISM-SG portal to digitize the approval and inspection processes for Steel Girders in Road Over Bridges (ROBs). About PRISM-SG Portal: What it Is? The PRISM-SG Portal (Portal for Rail-Road Inspection & Stages Management – Steel Girders) is a dedicated digital platform designed to streamline the …

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“The increasing use of encrypted platforms has created a ‘dark digital ecosystem’ for terrorism.” Discuss the implications of this trend. Evaluate India’s preparedness to counter such threats.

Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks. Q6. “The increasing use of encrypted platforms has created a ‘dark digital ecosystem’ for terrorism.” Discuss the implications of this trend. Evaluate India’s preparedness to counter such threats. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Understanding of emerging cyber-terror threats due to encrypted platforms …

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Discuss the changing role of civil services in the era of digital governance and public policy complexity. Analyse the challenges faced by civil servants in adapting to these changes. Suggest reforms required to enhance administrative capacity.

Topic: Role of civil services in a democracy Q4. Discuss the changing role of civil services in the era of digital governance and public policy complexity. Analyse the challenges faced by civil servants in adapting to these changes. Suggest reforms required to enhance administrative capacity. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question …

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“Digital governance can improve efficiency but does not automatically guarantee accountability.” Examine this statement. Suggest measures to strengthen accountability within e-governance frameworks.

Topic: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability, e-governance Q3. “Digital governance can improve efficiency but does not automatically guarantee accountability.” Examine this statement. Suggest measures to strengthen accountability within e-governance frameworks. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Easy Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question The expansion of e-governance initiatives such as Digital India, DBT and online service …

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Describe the key features of the IT Rules (Amendment), 2026 relating to AI-generated content. Analyse how these provisions attempt to balance user safety, privacy and free speech. Suggest safeguards to prevent over-compliance and censorship.

Topic: Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Q4. Describe the key features of the IT Rules (Amendment), 2026 relating to AI-generated content. Analyse how these provisions attempt to balance user safety, privacy and free speech. Suggest safeguards to prevent over-compliance and censorship. (15 M) Difficulty Level: …

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Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025

Source:  PIB Subject:  Miscellaneous Context: India improved its rank to 45th (4 places improvement) in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025, while also increasing its score to 54.43/100, reflecting stronger digital and network preparedness. About Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025: What it is? The Network Readiness Index (NRI) is a global assessment that evaluates how …

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Digital Governance

 Source:  DH Subject:  Governance Context: India’s draft amendments to the IT Rules, 2021 have reignited debate in February 2026 over how to effectively curb deepfakes and synthetically generated content. The discussion has now shifted from platform takedowns to the urgent need for content provenance, mandating traceable digital tags or watermarks on all AI-generated media. About …

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As the Chief Secretary of a progressive Indian state committed to equality and women’s empowerment, you introduced the “Digitally Padho” scheme to address the digital divide among students.

Q7. As the Chief Secretary of a progressive Indian state committed to equality and women’s empowerment, you introduced the “Digitally Padho” scheme to address the digital divide among students. The initiative aimed to provide ₹10,000 in direct financial assistance to Class 11 and 12 students, empowering them to purchase tablets or smartphones for digital learning. …

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Internet Governance Internship & Capacity Building Scheme (IGICBS)

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) has completed one year of its Internet Governance Internship & Capacity Building Scheme (IGICBS) and marked the milestone with a national-level event in New Delhi. About Internet Governance Internship & Capacity Building Scheme (IGICBS): What it is? IGICBS is a national internship and …

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The Red Sea

Source: TOI Subject: Mapping Context: Saudi Arabia has unveiled mandatory beach operator regulations and a digital coastal tourism guide for its Red Sea coastline, effective January 2026. About the Red Sea: What it is? The Red Sea is a long, narrow sea forming part of a major rift system, known for high salinity, warm waters, …

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Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation (PRAGATI)

Source: TH Subject: Government Scheme Context: Land acquisition has emerged as the single largest bottleneck in infrastructure development, accounting for 35% of project delays, the Cabinet Secretary said after the 50th PRAGATI meeting. About Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation (PRAGATI): What it is? PRAGATI is a centralised, ICT-enabled governance platform for grievance redressal, programme implementation, …

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E-Bill System for fertiliser subsidies

Source:  HBL Subject:  Government Schemes Context: The Union Government has launched an integrated e-Bill System to digitally process fertiliser subsidies worth about ₹2 lakh crore. About E-Bill System for fertiliser subsidies: What it is? The e-Bill System is an end-to-end digital platform for submission, processing, tracking, and payment of fertiliser subsidy bills, replacing the earlier …

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Welfare delivery mechanisms increasingly shape the nature of democratic accountability in India. Explain this statement. Evaluate its implications for citizen–state relations.

Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; Q3. Welfare delivery mechanisms increasingly shape the nature of democratic accountability in India. Explain this statement. Evaluate its implications for citizen–state relations. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Increasing reliance on …

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Australia’s Social Media Ban for Children Under 16 Years

Context: Australia has implemented the world’s first nationwide ban on social media access for children under 16 years, aiming to protect minors from online harms. About Australia’s Social Media Ban for Children Under 16 Years: What it is? Australia has enacted a child online safety law that prohibits children below 16 years from accessing major …

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“Regulating online content requires balancing free speech with protection from digital harm.” Analyse the constitutional principles shaping this balance, identify gaps in India’s current regulatory framework, and propose reforms for a rights-compatible and accountable digital governance system.

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Q3. “Regulating online content requires balancing free speech with protection from digital harm.” Analyse the constitutional principles shaping this balance, identify gaps in India’s current regulatory framework, and propose reforms for a rights-compatible and accountable digital governance system. (15 M) Difficulty Level: …

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