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“The rise in juvenile violence signals emerging vulnerabilities within modern societies”. Examine the sociological factors behind such violent behaviour. Analyse the role of early intervention mechanisms.

Topic: Population and associated issues Q2. “The rise in juvenile violence signals emerging vulnerabilities within modern societies”. Examine the sociological factors behind such violent behaviour. Analyse the role of early intervention mechanisms. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question France eyes social media ban for under-15s after school stabbing. Key Demand of …

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“Fame today does not require greatness, only reach”. Examine the social roots of this shift and  its consequences on youth ambition. Suggest measures to cultivate grounded self-worth in the digital age.

Topic: Effects of globalization on Indian society Q2. “Fame today does not require greatness, only reach”. Examine the social roots of this shift and  its consequences on youth ambition. Suggest measures to cultivate grounded self-worth in the digital age. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question In light of how social media …

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Why is youth resistance to correction increasing in modern societies? What consequences does this pose for social cohesion?

Topic: Population and associated issues. Q1. Why is youth resistance to correction increasing in modern societies? What consequences does this pose for social cohesion? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Rising generational rifts and behavioural resistance among youth have sparked debates on the role of socialisation and authority in shaping collective …

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INSTA REVISION MODULES : Society Module for UPSC CSE Prelims 2025

INSTA Revision modules consists of important Current Affairs oriented towards UPSC Civil Services Prelims exam 2025, which will help you in quick revision.  These modules are to be used for revision ONLY after you read INSIGHTS Daily Current Affairs Compilations to reap the maximum benefits. It is advised that you revise your notes along with …

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Assess how comprehensive sex education can promote gender sensitivity in early childhood. Examine its role in dismantling patriarchal social norms. Propose community-level interventions to reinforce positive gender attitudes.

Topic: Population and associated issues Q2. Assess how comprehensive sex education can promote gender sensitivity in early childhood. Examine its role in dismantling patriarchal social norms. Propose community-level interventions to reinforce positive gender attitudes. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: The National Education Policy integrates sex education into moral reasoning, with …

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Addressing Gender Discrimination

Syllabus: Indian Society: Issues related to women Source: PIB Context: Vice-President highlighted the need to change the male mindset and address subtle gender discrimination.   Key points highlighted by VC: Need for male mindset change for gender justice. Subtle gender discrimination is dangerous. Women’s reservation in Parliament is historic. Shift from “women-development” to “women-led development”. …

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Swachh Bharat Mission as a ‘Game-Changer’ for Public Health

  Syllabus: Social Justice: Health Source: TOI  Context: A study published in the Nature journal by the International Food Policy Research Institute suggests that the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) has led to a significant reduction in infant deaths by improving sanitation.   About SBM: Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) was launched on October 2, 2014, to fulfil the vision of …

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Holistic Progress Card (HPC)

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE  Context: The National Council for Educational and Research Training (NCERT) is introducing a new ‘holistic progress card’ (HPC) to replace traditional report cards. The HPC, developed by the Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development (PARAKH), assesses academic performance along with interpersonal relationships, self-reflection, creativity, …

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Links between consanguinity and genetic diseases

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH   Context: Consanguinity, the practice of marrying close relatives, is a widespread tradition still practised in many human societies, particularly in Asia and West Africa.   Key points regarding consanguinity and genetic diseases: Prevalence: An estimated 15-20% of the world’s population practices consanguinity, with India having numerous endogamous …

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‘Self-respect’ marriages

Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE  Context: The Supreme Court of India recently ruled that “self-respect” marriages are valid under the Hindu Marriage Act The court overruled a 2014 Madras High Court ruling that stated that marriages performed by advocates are invalid. The court ruled that advocates can solemnize “self-respect” marriages in their personal capacity …

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Paharis and Paddaris

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE  Context: The government has introduced the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2023 in Lok Sabha to include four communities in the list of Scheduled Tribes (STs) in Jammu and Kashmir. The four communities proposed for ST status are “Gadda Brahmin,” “Koli,” “Paddari Tribe,” and …

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Endogamy and harmful genetic variants in India

Facts for Prelims (FFP)      Source: TH  Context: A study by researchers at the Institute for Human Genetics, University of California, focused on genetic differences among South Asian populations, particularly in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The researchers found distinct genetic patterns among different regions, including smaller geographies within India, attributed to endogamous practices like …

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Breaking Barriers and Building Inclusivity – Women still minority

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Social Justice   Source: TH   Context: Preeti Aghalyam, the first woman to become the Director of an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), highlighted the underrepresentation of women on IIT campuses. Her appointment coincides with a broader effort by various IITs to address the gender imbalance on their campuses.   The …

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Matrilineal Meghalaya

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: The Hindu  Context: Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) ordered not to issue an ST certificate to any Khasi person who adopts their father’s surname as it is against the traditional custom of inheriting the mother’s surname.   What is the matrilineal system among Khasis? It refers to a …

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NCST functioning with less than 50% of sanctioned strength

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Constitutional and Statutory bodies   Source: TH, TH   Context: Data from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) revealed that the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is currently functioning with less than 50% of its sanctioned strength    Issues with the staffing in the commission: The sanctioned strength of the …

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[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 30 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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This was the year that said goodbye to hyper globalisation

GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Effects of Globalisation on Indian Society   Source: IE  Direction: The article highlights the evolution of globalisation to hyper-globalisation and signs of the end of the era of hyper-globalisation.  Context: Two wars (Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and an economic war – a geopolitical confrontation between two superpowers – the US and …

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There has been a persistent decline in poverty in India

GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues related to poverty   Source: The Hindu  Context: The recent release of National Family Health Survey (NFHS) data for 2019-21 allows a detailed examination of progress in reducing absolute poverty and related variables such as nutrition.   Background: The NFHS survey is an attempt to provide estimates of a multidimensional …

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