18 October 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) Examine the role of the National Commission for Women (NCW) in protecting and promoting the rights of women in India.
(150 Words/10 Marks)
1. Moving the spotlight to grassroots democracy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Constitutional Bodies Context The article critiques the systemic disempowerment of State Election Commissions (SECs) in India, highlighting delays and legal disputes affecting local government elections. It calls for reforms to align…
Topic: GS3 – Disaster and disaster management. GS1- Geophysical phenomenon- Cyclone Critical for UPSC as it addresses crisis governance, accountability, and demographic vulnerabilities, essential components in administrative and policy evaluations. Context: The article discusses the enduring consequences of decisions made post-Cyclone Michuang in Chennai.Focusing on power disruptions during natural disasters, it emphasizes the need for accountable…
1. Second Advance Estimates of 2023-24 of Area and Production of Horticultural Crops Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare released the Second Advance Estimates of 2023-24 for horticultural crops, indicating a slight decrease in total production but varied trends in fruit and vegetable production. Analysis of the news:  Significance…
The Hindu Editorial 21-June-2023 Daily Current Affairs For UPSC ,The Hindu Editorial Summary Facebook-f Twitter Youtube 1. Semiconductor fab: the unfinished agenda. Topic: GS3 – Semiconductor exploration Why in the news: The growing market for semiconductors in India makes it a viable endeavor. India’s dependence on imported semiconductors increases its susceptibility to coercion. The government’s…
Q1)”Parliamentary committees serve as the engine room of legislative scrutiny, delving deep into policy matters and holding the government to account.” In this perspective, evaluate the role of departmentally-related standing committees (DRSCs) in holding the executive accountable to the parliament. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANSWER The functioning of Parliament is a complex mechanism and the role…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 23-August -2023 Daily Current Affairs For UPSC ,The PIB ( Press Information Bureau ) Facebook-f Twitter Youtube 1. One Day National Seminar on Rice Fortification. Topic: GS3 – Food security Context: The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution organized a one-day…