P4 Initiative

Context: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister launched the P4 Bangaru Kutumbam-Margadarsi initiative in Velagapudi on Ugadi. The initiative aims to uplift underprivileged communities through a collaborative governance model involving public, private, and citizen partnerships. About the P4 Initiative: What is P4? P4 stands for Public-Private-People Partnership, a mission mode initiative for social and economic transformation. Aim: …

Despite the robustness of GDP as a measure, it fails to capture the informal sector adequately. Discuss the implications of this limitation. Suggest alternatives for more inclusive national income accounting.

Topic: National Income Accounting Q5. Despite the robustness of GDP as a measure, it fails to capture the informal sector adequately. Discuss the implications of this limitation. Suggest alternatives for more inclusive national income accounting. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question The informal sector, which forms the backbone of India’s employment …

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29 November 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29 November 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. …

Story of Falguni Nayar

Anecdote:  In 2012, Falguni Nayar left her successful investment banking career at 50 to start Nykaa with $2 million and a vision to make quality beauty products accessible to Indian women. From her father’s small office, she meticulously studied consumer behavior, onboarded trusted brands, and built a seamless online platform despite skepticism. Her efforts paid …

Story of Falguni Nayar

Anecdote:  In 2012, Falguni Nayar left her successful investment banking career at 50 to start Nykaa with $2 million and a vision to make quality beauty products accessible to Indian women. From her father’s small office, she meticulously studied consumer behavior, onboarded trusted brands, and built a seamless online platform despite skepticism. Her efforts paid …

Formalisation of Economy

 Syllabus: Economics  Source:  PIB  Context: India’s economy is transitioning to formality, improving employment security, social benefits, and economic stability. This shift enhances workers’ quality of life through access to social security, regulated conditions, and financial safety nets, with institutions like EPFO driving workforce formalization. What is Formalization of the Economy? Formalization is the process of …

India’s Cooperative Movement

Syllabus: Cooperatives  Source:  PIB Context: India’s cooperative movement, rooted in the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (“the world is one family”), has played a transformative role in fostering inclusive growth, empowering marginalized communities, and driving rural development. What are Cooperative Societies? Cooperative societies are voluntary organizations where individuals with shared interests collaborate to achieve common economic …

10 years of PM Jhan Dhan Yojana

Syllabus: Government policies and intervention Source: PIB Context: The government is celebrating 9 years of completion of Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) in revolutionizing financial inclusion in India.   What is financial inclusion? It is ensuring access to financial services and credit for vulnerable groups at an affordable cost. In India, it’s vital for development and progress. Access to a transaction …

PM Lauds 9 Years of Digital India Initiative

Syllabus: Financial Inclusion Source: PM India Context: The Prime Minister praised the successful completion of 9 years of the Digital India initiative, highlighting its role in enhancing ‘Ease of Living’ and transparency. What is the Digital India Initiative? Launched in 2015, the Digital India Initiative (DII) aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society …

Inclusive Growth of the North-East Region of India

Syllabus: Indian Economy: Inclusive growth Source: EPW Context: Despite its natural wealth, the North East region in India struggles with infrastructure, market access, and social disparities. This underscores the urgent need for India to enhance integration efforts, unlocking the region’s potential in culture, economy, and environment.   What is the North-East Region of India?   …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 3 June 2024

Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  MISSION – 2023: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Join IPM 4.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday   General Studies – 1   Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture …

While some degree of inequality can drive economic growth and foster political dynamism, excessive inequality poses significant threats to democratic processes. Do you agree?

Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. 5. While some degree of inequality can drive economic growth and foster political dynamism, excessive inequality poses significant threats to democratic processes. Do you agree? (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India Why the question: Several argue that inequality harms democratic processes. Some …

India’s Century – Achieving sustainable, inclusive growth’ initiative

GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Indian Economy/ Governance   Source: Live Mint  Direction: It is a beautiful report with recommendations across various sectors. One can go through the summary of the report. The major point of the summary has been highlighted. However, be selective and take only a few recommendations that you may write in the …

What the Vande Bharat train says about the lopsided priorities of Indian modernity

GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Infrastructure   Source: The Indian Express  Context:  With the latest edition of the Vande Bharat train, India made a huge leap into the future of mass transportation. However, it has also raised questions, as the poor may not be able to afford these trains.   Examples of skewed priorities of new …

Inclusive growth, or rather the lack of it, has become a recurring theme in political discourses. Political economy forces on the demand and supply side have weakened redistribution over time and contributed to a new wave of populism. Analyse.

Topic: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. 5. Inclusive growth, or rather the lack of it, has become a recurring theme in political discourses. Political economy forces on the demand and supply side have weakened redistribution over time and contributed to a new wave of populism. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Tough Reference: The …