(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 09) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: The windfall gains tax was introduced on July 1, 2022, to address super-normal profits of fuel exporters and oil producers during the global energy crisis following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It aimed to ensure domestic fuel supply and offset revenue losses from…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 09) Topic: GS1 – History Context: Sukhbir Singh Badal, President of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab, was shot at near the Golden Temple. Although unharmed, the incident underscores heightened tensions, particularly as Badal and other SAD leaders perform atonement for alleged misrule during…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context ● The demand for a caste Census has sparked political debates, with proponents advocating for data to ensure proportional representation in government jobs, land, and wealth. ● However, challenges in accurate caste data collection and the flaws in caste-based…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 16) Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS3 – Environment Context: The recent climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, failed to meet the expectations of developing nations. Developed countries pledged only $300 billion annually for climate finance, far short of the $1.3 trillion demanded based on assessed needs. This highlights the…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS1 – Geography – Climate change Context ● The UNCCD COP16 summit in Riyadh focuses on combating desertification and addressing water scarcity, with global losses from droughts now estimated at $307 billion annually. ● The summit aims to accelerate action on land restoration…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context ● On the second day of the National Seed Congress (NSC), experts, scientists, and industry representatives urged the government to modernize the Seeds Bill of 2004 and the Seeds Policy of 2002. ● They emphasized the need to align…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS1 – History Context: The article explores the historical, architectural, and legal controversies surrounding Sambhal’s Jama Masjid, highlighting its significance and the communal tensions it has sparked. Analysis of News: Historical Background of the Jama Masjid, Sambhal The Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, constructed…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS2 – International Relations Context ● The AI Summit 2024 highlighted the critical role of Artificial Intelligence in governance, addressing challenges like copyright, data protection, and ethical concerns. ● Experts discussed AI applications in healthcare and wildlife conservation, stressing the…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context ● Delhi’s air pollution is becoming a severe health crisis, with the city experiencing consistently poor air quality, especially in winter. ● While stubble burning is often blamed, internal sources like vehicular emissions contribute…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context: The article discusses the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the G20 Summit, highlighting its mission to eliminate global hunger and poverty by 2030 through coordinated international efforts. Analysis of News: Launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger…