“Strategic autonomy in the economy today depends as much on supply-chain integration as on domestic self-reliance”. Discuss.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q4. “Strategic autonomy in the economy today depends as much on supply-chain integration as on domestic self-reliance”. Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question India’s evolving understanding of strategic autonomy in an era of supply-chain disruptions, …

What is meant by de-dollarisation in the global economy? Identify the key economic and financial factors driving this trend. Bring out its implications for global financial stability

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q4. What is meant by de-dollarisation in the global economy? Identify the key economic and financial factors driving this trend. Bring out its implications for global financial stability. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Recent shifts …

Explain the significance of sustained net FDI outflows for India’s external sector. Analyse the underlying structural and cyclical factors. Suggest policy responses to strengthen investment resilience.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q4. Explain the significance of sustained net FDI outflows for India’s external sector. Analyse the underlying structural and cyclical factors. Suggest policy responses to strengthen investment resilience. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question In the context …

Explain the components of national income. Analyse the challenges involved in estimating India’s national income in a structurally diverse economy. Also suggest institutional reforms to strengthen estimation of national income.

Topic: National Income Accounting Q5. Explain the components of national income. Analyse the challenges involved in estimating India’s national income in a structurally diverse economy. Also suggest institutional reforms to strengthen estimation of national income. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question National income estimation directly influences macroeconomic policy, fiscal choices and …

[COMPILATION] UPSC Current Affairs Quiz – October 2025

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Climate inequality is not merely a developmental challenge but a fiscal justice issue. Elucidate the statement. Suggest fiscal instruments to address such inequality.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q6. Climate inequality is not merely a developmental challenge but a fiscal justice issue. Elucidate the statement. Suggest fiscal instruments to address such inequality. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: Climate Inequality Report 2025, which highlights how wealth concentration drives emission inequality …

UPSC Mains 2025 General Studies (GS) Paper 3: Complete Question-wise Synopsis and Analysis

Contents Distinguish between the Human Development Index (HDI) and the Inequality-adjusted Human Development Index (IHDI) with special reference to India. Why is the IHDI considered a better indicator of inclusive growth? (10 M) What are the challenges before the Indian economy when the world is moving away from free trade and multilateralism to protectionism and …

UPSC Mains 2025 General Studies–3 (GS Paper 3 / Paper-IV) Question Paper PDF – Download

UPSC Mains 2025 General Studies–III (GS Paper 3) Question Paper (24th August 2025) – PDF Download Now The UPSC Civil Services Mains 2025 Examination continued on 24th August 2025 (Sunday), with the General Studies Paper 3 (GS Paper 3). This paper covers Economy, Agriculture, Environment, Science & Technology, Disaster Management, and Internal Security, making it …

Private sector optimism in intermediate goods contrasts with stagnation in capital and consumer goods. Analyse this divergence. Examine what it reveals about India’s investment climate. Propose measures to correct this imbalance.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q5. Private sector optimism in intermediate goods contrasts with stagnation in capital and consumer goods. Analyse this divergence. Examine what it reveals about India’s investment climate. Propose measures to correct this imbalance. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why …

“Low inflation is not always a sign of healthy demand”. Analyse this paradox in the context of India’s recent inflation figures. Evaluate the potential risks of prolonged disinflation. Suggest comprehensive policy responses to address both demand and supply-side vulnerabilities.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources Q5. “Low inflation is not always a sign of healthy demand”. Analyse this paradox in the context of India’s recent inflation figures. Evaluate the potential risks of prolonged disinflation. Suggest comprehensive policy responses to address both demand and supply-side vulnerabilities. (10 M) Difficulty Level: …

INSTA REVISION MODULES : Economy Module for UPSC CSE Prelims 2025

INSTA Revision modules consists of important Current Affairs oriented towards UPSC Civil Services Prelims exam 2025, which will help you in quick revision. These modules are to be used for revision ONLY after you read INSIGHTS Daily Current Affairs Compilations to reap the maximum benefits. It is advised that you revise your notes along with …

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16 September 2024

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …

Nidhi companies

Source: Economic Times Context: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has penalized over two dozen Nidhi companies in a crackdown for violations of the Companies Act, primarily concerning delayed financial filings and issues with share allotment. Most violations occurred in Tamil Nadu, with companies failing to submit financial statements and annual returns on time. The …