1. Paradigm shift without shocks (Source – Indian Express, Section – The ideas page, Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The article highlights Dr. Manmohan Singh’s pivotal role in transforming India’s economy through visionary reforms and leadership, balancing growth with equity while navigating economic challenges. A Visionary Leader: Manmohan Singh’s Transformative…
1. Incidents on loop, but it’s escape for regulator, airlines (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context On December 5, 2024, runway confusion at Goa’s Mopa airport highlighted Indian aviation safety issues. Aviation Safety in India: Challenges and the Way Forward Historical Incidents Highlighting Safety…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context ● The logistics sector in India is undergoing transformative changes driven by policy reforms, digitalization, and infrastructure development. National Logistics Policy (NLP): The Indian government launched the National Logistics Policy (NLP) in 2022 to improve the…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context ● Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court delivered a biased speech against the Muslim community at an event organized by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad legal cell on December 8, 2023. ● This raises…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context ● In an exclusive interview, Trump’s former envoy discussed potential shifts in U.S.-India relations during his second term. Strengthening Strategic Ties The first Trump administration saw a significant boost in U.S.-India relations, especially in strategic…
1. India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement marks two years of success (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2088669®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA) marks two years of successful growth and strengthened bilateral trade relations. India-Australia Economic Partnership Overview Ind-Aus ECTA Success: Trade Momentum: Sectoral…
1. ‘U.S.-India ties will be strengthened, but expect tariff hikes’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context In an exclusive interview, Trump’s former envoy discussed potential shifts in U.S.-India relations during his second term. Strengthening Strategic Ties Trade Relations: Tariffs and Market…
Q1) What do you understand by food security and nutrition security? Comment upon the status and challenges therein. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: Food Security refers to the state when all people always have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences. Whereas nutrition…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context ● The year 2024 marked the hottest in history, with unprecedented climate disasters globally, fueled by rising temperatures and warmer oceans. ● Extreme weather events caused severe casualties, economic losses, and widespread displacement, showcasing…
1. Marginalised by caste, marginalised in education (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The financial challenges faced by marginalised students in India highlight systemic inequalities in access to education. Rising tuition fees in premier institutions like IITs and IIMs exacerbate economic and…