1. An inclusive beginning (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: The article analyzes the recent Supreme Court judgment on Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, which addresses citizenship in Assam, cultural rights under Article 29, and the principle of temporal unreasonableness in striking down outdated legal…
1. A modified UBI policy may be more feasible (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses the concept of Universal Basic Income (UBI) as a social safety net to address unemployment and rising inequality, especially in India. It evaluates UBI’s feasibility and desirability…
1. Supreme Court Upholds Special Citizenship Provisions for Assam Migrants, Affirms Parliament’s Power Over Citizenship Laws (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: The article discusses the Supreme Court’s 4-1 verdict upholding Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, which grants citizenship to migrants in Assam up to March 24, 1971,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● The Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB) has recommended that all antibiotics be included in the definition of “new drug” under the New Drugs and Clinical Trial (NDCT) Rules, 2019. ● This recommendation has been made…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context: The article discusses the clearance of key road stretches by India’s National Board for Wildlife to enhance military infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, emphasizing strategic importance amid ongoing tensions. Analysis of News: Strategic Importance of…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 15) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Tensions between North and South Korea have escalated recently, with North Korea claiming over 1.4 million citizens applied to join the army. This followed the North’s destruction of roads and railways on its southern border, allegedly in retaliation for South Korea sending…
Q1) Highlight the shortcomings in the Representation of People’s Act. Also, recommend corrective measures to make it more effective. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS The Representation of People’s Act (RPA) is a legislation to provide a structural framework for election to Parliament and various state legislatures. It contains various provisions, such as: qualifications and disqualifications for…
1. India Commits to Ethical AI with New EoI initiative (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2065579®=3&lang=1 ) Context The IndiaAI Mission has launched eight Responsible AI Projects to promote ethical AI development under the Safe and Trusted AI Pillar. Selected from over 2,000 proposals, these projects aim to address critical themes such as AI bias mitigation and privacy…
1. As the world warms and cools (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context: The article emphasizes the critical need for disaster risk awareness and insurance to protect human security and national economic stability in the face of increasing natural disasters. The Challenge of Disaster Awareness National…