GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation Source: DTE Context: According to a new study, only 13% of methane emissions are covered by global methane mitigation policies. Highlights of the study: Since the 1980s, the rate of increase in methane emissions is higher than ever before. Methane policies are actions by …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings Affecting India’s Interests Source: TH Context: In order to give the necessary fillip to enhance Quad cooperation in biotechnology, India should be an ideal choice for the establishment of a Quad-led biomanufacturing hub. Background: In 2021, the Quad set up a Critical and Emerging …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Inclusive Growth, Issues Relating to Poverty/ Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections Source: DTE Context: According to a new study, access to financial services such as bank accounts can help Indian rural households cope better with challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate risks. Need for financial inclusion in rural …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services Relating to Health Source: TH Context: The ICMR under the Union Health Ministry and the Union Ministry of Ayush has agreed to enhance cooperation in health research in the field of integrated medicine. What is the agreement between ICMR …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: International Relations Source: IE Context: The meeting in Riyadh between Saudi Arabia and the US, UAE, and India underlines the growing strategic convergence between Delhi and Washington in the Gulf. What is unique about this meeting? A major departure from the traditional approaches to the Middle East in both …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services Relating to Health Source: TH Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared that COVID-19 was no longer a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC). When was it declared PHEIC? COVID-19 was announced as a ‘PHEIC’ by the WHO on …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections Source: LM Context: It is challenging to achieve financial inclusion (FI) for women until they actively participate in the formal financial industry. What is FI? The process of ensuring access to financial services and timely and adequate credit where needed by vulnerable groups such …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues Relating to Poverty and Hunger Source: LM Context: There has been no official estimate of poverty in India after 2011-12. However, many private estimates are available. Poverty estimation in India: Poverty can be defined as a condition in which an individual or household lacks the financial resources to …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate Source: TH Context: 3 WTO dispute settlement panels have found India’s tariffs (between 7.5 – 20%) on certain ICT products such as mobile phones inconsistent with India’s WTO obligations. Background: One of the central objectives of the WTO is …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues Relating to Poverty and Hunger Source: IE Context: To achieve the goal of zero hunger, India should have a special and immediate focus on India’s youngest children. Why India’s youngest children need urgent attention? According to the WHO, a minimum of 33% of the daily calorie intake is …
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 …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure Source: Scroll Context: The SC said that governors should clear bills passed by the legislative assemblies as soon as possible, as mandated under Article 200 of the Indian Constitution. Article 200: It gives governors the power to either grant assent to …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Structure, Organization and Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Source: IE Context: Fifty years ago, on April 24, 1973, the SC delivered its landmark judgment in Kesavananda Bharati vs the State of Kerala. A scrutiny of the application of the doctrine over the past 50 years: Although the highest …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation Source: TH Context: The region comprising India’s eight north-eastern States is undergoing dramatic change. Dramatic changes witnessed by the region: It has overcome several (but not all) security challenges and is …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Source: PIB Context: National Civil Service Day, observed on April 21 every year, is a celebration of the idea of national civil service. The first National Civil Services Day was celebrated on April 21, 2006. Background: Civil servants constitute the backbone of …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Source: IE Context: Copying cutting-edge practices in hiring, specialisation and organisational structure from the Indian military will serve the Indian bureaucracy well. Background: The Indian Civil Service exists to end poverty. The war on poverty is won by raising the productivity of …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Development Processes and the Development Industry – the Role of NGOs Source: TH Context: The ability of civil society organisations (CSO) or movements to shape policy and public discourse in India has shrunk drastically. CSOs: These are non-State, not-for-profit, voluntary entities formed by people in the social sphere that …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Mechanisms, Laws, Institutions and Bodies constituted for the Protection and Betterment of these Vulnerable Sections Source: IE Context: A five-judge Constitution Bench headed by CJI will hear a batch of petitions seeking legal recognition for same-sex marriage. Background: The Court has been hearing multiple petitioners’ requests for legal recognition …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Appointment to various Constitutional Posts, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies Source: TH Context: Two recent comments of the SC will have a direct bearing on the concept of the independence of various constitutional authorities in India. SC on the working of 2 key constitutional authorities: Role of …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Parliament and State Legislatures—Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business, Powers & Privileges and Issues Arising out of these Source: TH Context: Parliamentary committees – panels made up of MPs – are constituted to delve deeper into matters of public concern and develop an expert opinion. Insta Links: An essential pit …
