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“India’s maritime security is increasingly linked to its ability to develop strategic infrastructure in remote island territories.” Examine the significance of island development projects for India’s maritime interests. Assess the associated ecological concerns.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q6.  “India’s maritime security is increasingly linked to its ability to develop strategic infrastructure in remote island territories.” Examine the significance of island development projects for India’s maritime interests. Assess the associated ecological concerns. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The Great …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS 14 MAY 2026

The current affairs article covers major UPSC current affairs topics across governance, economy, environment, and international relations. Key highlights include the NEET 2026 paper leak exposing failures in examination governance and the need for secure digital reforms; AI-driven financial inclusion through Aadhaar, UPI, and AI-based credit systems; and philosophical insights from Greek thinker Parmenides. It …

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Nicobarese Opposition to Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries

Source: THSubject: Environment Context: The Tribal Council of Little and Great Nicobar has called for the revocation of three newly notified wildlife sanctuaries on the Little Nicobar, Menchal, and Meroe islands. Nicobarese Opposition to Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries About Nicobarese Opposition to Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries: What are the Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries? In October 2022, the Union …

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NGT Approve Great Nicobar Project

Source:  IE Subject:  Mapping Context: The National Green Tribunal has cleared the ₹80,000-crore Great Nicobar Project, stating that it found no “good ground” to interfere with its environmental clearance. About NGT Approve Great Nicobar Project: What it is? The Great Nicobar Project is a mega infrastructure development plan valued at around ₹80,000 crore. It aims …

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Great Nicobar Project

Source: TH Context:  The Tribal Council of Great Nicobar has complained that the forest rights of Nicobarese tribals under FRA, 2006 have not been settled for the ₹72,000-crore Great Nicobar Project. About Great Nicobar Project What it is A mega infrastructure project proposed on Great Nicobar Island, Andaman & Nicobar. Implemented by NITI Aayog and …

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Great Nicobar project

Source: Th Context: The ₹72,000-crore Nicobar project, including a port and airport, will not displace indigenous Shompen tribes, said Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav.   The project aims to counter Chinese expansion and Myanmarese poaching. Despite concerns regarding forest land diversion, tribal consent, and earthquake risks, the government assured that the development follows legal protocols and …

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Andaman & Nicobar Islands are strategically crucial for India’s maritime security and power projection in the Indo-Pacific. In the light of the proposed Great Nicobar project, examine the aforementioned statement.

Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. 3. Andaman & Nicobar Islands are strategically crucial for India’s maritime security and power projection in the Indo-Pacific. In the light of the proposed Great Nicobar project, examine the aforementioned statement. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate …

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[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 27 January 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …

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