27 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
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27 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

1. A global polio resurgence and the need to reevaluate the basics (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The resurgence of polio, including vaccine-derived strains, highlights the global risk of incomplete eradication efforts. Surveillance, vaccination gaps, and the debate over transmission routes…

26 December 2024  : Daily Answer Writing
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26 December 2024 : Daily Answer Writing

Q1) Despite seven decades of Independence, why have welfare schemes for vulnerable sections failed to deliver? Illustrate with suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: Reasons: 1. Corruption and Leakages: programmes, such as PDS, suffer due to corruption and inclusion and exclusion errors leading to leakages i.e. food grains being diverted to the black market [e.g….

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Judicial Milestones and Challenges: Supreme Court’s Evolving Role in 2024 and Beyond

(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – Polity – Judiciary Context: The article examines the Supreme Court’s significant rulings and challenges in 2024 while highlighting its evolving role in addressing politically sensitive and constitutional issues. Analysis of News:  Judicial Trends in 2024: A Shift in Approach Challenges for 2025: Short Tenures of…

26 December 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
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26 December 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Knowledge as a shield  (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context The article reflects on the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, its impact, and the advancements in disaster preparedness and resilience over the past two decades. The Tsunami of 2004: A Catastrophic Event On December 26,…

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We want to be among the top five maritime nations by 2047

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context ● The article discusses the Indian government’s initiatives and targets for the maritime sector. ● This includes Maritime Vision 2047, the development of maritime infrastructure, cruise tourism, and legislative reforms. ● Key reforms like the Coastal…

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₹45,000-cr. Ken-Betwa link project launched

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS1 – Geography, GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context ● The Ken-Betwa river-linking project aims to address water scarcity in Bundelkhand by linking two rivers, improving irrigation, drinking water supply, and energy generation. ● The project involves building canals, dams, hydropower, and…

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How the 2004 Indian Ocean quake transformed tsunami science

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context ● The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history, highlighted the vulnerability of coastal regions to massive seismic events. ● It spurred advancements in tsunami warning systems and scientific research. ●…

26 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
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26 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

1. How the 2004 Indian Ocean quake transformed tsunami science (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history, highlighted the vulnerability of coastal regions to massive seismic events. It spurred advancements…

26 December 2024 : Pib Summary For Upsc
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26 December 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

1. The Future Hub of Global Entrepreneurship (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Initiatives, GS3 – Indian Economy Context India has emerged as a global leader in startups, ranking as the 3rd largest startup hub.Government initiatives and a dynamic workforce have driven innovation in…