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Discuss B. R. Ambedkar’s vision of social democracy. Examine how he sought to reconcile political equality with social justice in independent India.

Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present significant events, personalities, issues Q1. Discuss B. R. Ambedkar’s vision of social democracy. Examine how he sought to reconcile political equality with social justice in independent India. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question R. Ambedkar remains …

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“India’s disability rights framework is strong in law but weak in delivery.” Analyse this gap. Examine the structural barriers to effective implementation and outline reforms to ensure meaningful inclusion.

Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes Q3. “India’s disability rights framework is strong in law but weak in delivery.” Analyse this gap. Examine the structural barriers to effective implementation and outline reforms to ensure meaningful inclusion. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium …

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The Essence of Freedom: How It Shapes Creativity, Dignity & Society | Insights IAS Podcast

A thoughtful conversation on freedom, liberty, and independence—what they mean in everyday life, where their boundaries lie, and how they shape human expression and the world we build together. Freedom is more than a slogan. It’s the quiet spark behind creativity, dignity, and social progress—whether you’re in a studio, a classroom, or a public office. …

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“Violence against marginalised groups undermines the principle of human dignity”.

  Q7. “Violence against marginalised groups undermines the principle of human dignity”. Discuss the ethical significance of dignity in public life. Explain how governance mechanisms can institutionalise respect for dignity. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Because recent incidents of caste-based violence highlight the erosion of dignity, raising both ethical and …

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Breaking Barriers and Building Inclusivity – Women still minority

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Social Justice   Source: TH   Context: Preeti Aghalyam, the first woman to become the Director of an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), highlighted the underrepresentation of women on IIT campuses. Her appointment coincides with a broader effort by various IITs to address the gender imbalance on their campuses.   The …

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The concept of fraternity

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Indian Constitution—Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure   Source: TH  Context: Since India imbibes the principle of ‘unity in diversity’, having a sense of fraternity is a virtue that is essential.   Meaning of fraternity: The word fraternity is derived from French to mean brotherhood, friendship, community …

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Insights into Editorial: Strengthen secularism, save the republic

  Context: The Karnataka High Court upheld the ban on hijab by the educational institutes on 15 March 2022. The court ruled that hijab is not an essential religious practice under Islam and, hence, it is not protected by the Article 25 of the constitution setting out the fundamental right to practice one’s religion. The …

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