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“Healthcare systems that prioritise treatment over prevention risk long-term inefficiencies”. Comment.

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Q3. “Healthcare systems that prioritise treatment over prevention risk long-term inefficiencies”. Comment. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The critical governance issue of rising healthcare costs and inefficiencies, especially in the context of increasing lifestyle diseases and medicalisation …

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World bank’s A Breath of Change Report

Source:  IE Subject:  Environment Context: The World Bank’s 2025 report, A Breath of Change, highlights that nearly one billion people in the Indo-Gangetic Plains and Himalayan Foothills (IGP-HF) breathe the world’s most polluted air, necessitating urgent transboundary cooperation. About World bank’s A Breath of Change Report: What it is? “A Breath of Change” is a …

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Identify the major non-farm uses of pesticides in India. Discuss why these uses pose higher exposure risks than agricultural applications.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, Q5. Identify the major non-farm uses of pesticides in India. Discuss why these uses pose higher exposure risks than agricultural applications. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Recent incidents of pesticide-related harm in domestic and public spaces have drawn attention to non-agricultural pesticide exposure as …

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Rah-Veer

Context: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways reiterated protections and incentives under the Rah-Veer (Good Samaritan) Scheme to encourage bystanders to help road accident victims without fear of legal or procedural harassment. About Rah-Veer: What it is? Rah-Veer is a Good Samaritan initiative notified under Section 134A of the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019, …

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Nimesulide

Source:  News on Air Subject:  Science and Technology Context: The Union Government has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of oral formulations of Nimesulide above 100 mg with immediate effect under Section 26A of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. About Nimesulide: What it is? Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for the …

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India’s Health Status

Context: India’s health infrastructure remains significantly below global benchmarks, with Parliament confirming persistent shortages in beds, specialists and frontline medical staff. About India’s Health Status: Hospital Infrastructure Gap: India’s hospital bed availability remains below IPHS norm of 1 bed/1,000 people, and far below the WHO benchmark of 3.5 beds/1,000. Human Resource Shortages: Doctor–population ratio stands …

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Define the idea of nutritional poverty in the context of inclusive growth. Analyse how it exposes the limitations of India’s welfare-oriented economic model.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning Q5. Define the idea of nutritional poverty in the context of inclusive growth. Analyse how it exposes the limitations of India’s welfare-oriented economic model. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: The understanding of nutritional poverty as a multidimensional economic issue and its linkage …

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Polio

Source: NIE Context: India has been placed on high alert after a rise in polio cases in Pakistan and Afghanistan, the only two remaining endemic countries. About Polio: What it is? Polio (Poliomyelitis) is a highly infectious viral disease that primarily affects the nervous system, leading to paralysis or even death in severe cases. The …

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Analyse how the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) is reshaping India’s public health priorities. Examine the policy and institutional measures required to strengthen prevention and control.

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Q4. Analyse how the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) is reshaping India’s public health priorities. Examine the policy and institutional measures required to strengthen prevention and control. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: The rising share of …

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Light pollution is the invisible pollutant of modern civilisation. Explain its key impacts. Examine measures to address this challenge.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q6. Light pollution is the invisible pollutant of modern civilisation. Explain its key impacts. Examine measures to address this challenge. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Growing urbanisation and use of artificial lighting has made light pollution a pressing but under-discussed environmental …

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Acanthamoeba

Source:  TH Context: Kerala’s Health Department has raised concern after fresh evidence showed Acanthamoeba is more widespread in the State’s waterbodies than earlier believed. About Acanthamoeba: What it is? A free-living protozoan parasite, found in soil and water. Causes serious infections like Acanthamoeba keratitis (eye) and Granulomatous Amoebic Encephalitis (GAE) (brain). Found in: Household wells, …

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Bioactive Peptides

Source:  PIB Context: A study by the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), Guwahati, has shown that bioactive peptides in fermented foods can have population-specific health benefits, paving the way for personalised nutrition in India. About Bioactive Peptides: What it is? Short protein fragments (2–20 amino acids) formed during fermentation of foods …

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Algorithms of the Mind

Syllabus: Applied ethics Source:  LM Context: Smartphone and AI overuse, particularly among India’s youth, is raising concerns about declining cognitive abilities, mental health issues, and social disconnection, prompting calls for targeted policy action and awareness programmes. About Algorithms of the Mind: What it is? A conceptual framework describing how the human brain processes information — …

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Women’s health continues to be overlooked due to systemic neglect and sociocultural barriers. Examine the key structural constraints in India’s women’s health delivery. Suggest strategies to build continuity of care across the female lifecycle.

Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Q3. Women’s health continues to be overlooked due to systemic neglect and sociocultural barriers. Examine the key structural constraints in India’s women’s health delivery. Suggest strategies to build continuity of care across the female lifecycle. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH …

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India’s worsening environmental and health indicators reflect a deeper crisis of developmental planning. Analyse the interlinkages between climate shocks, public health gaps and the growing economic vulnerability of the population. Suggest an integrated policy roadmap.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q6. India’s worsening environmental and health indicators reflect a deeper crisis of developmental planning. Analyse the interlinkages between climate shocks, public health gaps and the growing economic vulnerability of the population. Suggest an integrated policy roadmap. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question: …

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Menstrual Hygiene Survey 2025

Context: The everteen Menstrual Hygiene Survey 2025 reveals alarming misinformation on social media regarding menstrual health, with only 11.5% of women trusting online advice during emergencies. About Menstrual Hygiene Survey 2025: What is Menstrual Hygiene? Menstrual hygiene refers to safe and healthy practicesduring menstruation, including: Use of clean sanitary products (pads, cups, tampons), Proper disposal methods, and Access to sanitation …

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Karad Sanitary Waste Management Model

Context: Karad city in Maharashtra’s Satara district has achieved 100% safe segregation, collection, and disposal of sanitary and biomedical waste, setting a national benchmark. About Karad Sanitary Waste Management Model: What it is? A comprehensive system ensuring complete safe disposal of sanitary waste through segregation, collection, and high-temperature incineration. How It Works? Collection: Red bins …

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UPSC Editorial Analysis: Monitoring of Pesticide Residues in Food

General Studies-2; Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.   Introduction The call by Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare for a nationwide strategy to monitor pesticide residues in food is of immense significance in the context of public health and food safety in India. Contamination …

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ASHA Workers

Syllabus: Health Source:  NIE  Context: ASHAs (Accredited Social Health Activists) play a pivotal role in India’s healthcare system, especially in rural and underserved areas. Despite their significant contributions to maternal health, immunization, and awareness, these workers face numerous challenges that hinder their impact. ASHA Workers in India: Origin: Launched in 2005 under the National Rural …

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