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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21 JULY 2026

The current affairs article covers key developments in polity, international relations, economy, science, history, and governance. It examines the ethical and constitutional challenges posed by political defections, advocating reforms to the anti-defection law. It highlights emerging India–Canada defence cooperation in critical minerals, aerospace, and Indo-Pacific security. The issue also showcases India's cotton sector modernization, India's …

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“Checks and balances are most critical where administrative authorities exercise quasi-judicial powers affecting democratic rights”. Comment.

Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive Q4. “Checks and balances are most critical where administrative authorities exercise quasi-judicial powers affecting democratic rights”. Comment. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question The issue gained relevance following the debate over the Meenakshi Natarajan Rajya Sabha nomination and the broader discussion on the …

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“Judicial recognition of the media as a public functionary expands constitutional accountability but also raises concerns for press freedom.” Discuss.

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure Q3. “Judicial recognition of the media as a public functionary expands constitutional accountability but also raises concerns for press freedom.” Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The recent Delhi High Court (2026) judgment recognising the media as …

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“Constitutional rights must be interpreted in a manner that preserves both individual liberty and the State’s capacity to protect public welfare.” Analyse the constitutional principles governing this balance. What safeguards are needed to prevent arbitrary restrictions?

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Q3. “Constitutional rights must be interpreted in a manner that preserves both individual liberty and the State’s capacity to protect public welfare.” Analyse the constitutional principles governing this balance. What safeguards are needed to prevent arbitrary restrictions? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium …

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Why is dissent considered an essential component of a constitutional democracy? Examine the institutional safeguards available for protecting democratic dissent in India. Highlight the major challenges in ensuring its effective protection.

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure Q3. Why is dissent considered an essential component of a constitutional democracy? Examine the institutional safeguards available for protecting democratic dissent in India. Highlight the major challenges in ensuring its effective protection. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question …

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