1. India’s Solar Ambitions Face Hurdles Amid Heavy Reliance on Chinese Imports and Domestic Manufacturing Challenges (Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: India has set an ambitious target of installing 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, with solar power accounting for over 80% of this goal….
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Express Network; Page: 07) Topic: GS2 – Polity The Supreme Court recalled its August 2022 order, which had declared certain provisions of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 1988, unconstitutional. This decision came in response to a petition filed by the Centre, arguing that the constitutional validity of the unamended Act was…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context ● The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence will deliberate on the preparedness of the Indian armed forces for hybrid warfare, including cyber and non-kinetic threats. Non-Kinetic Warfare: Use of non-military means: Involves actions that are not directly violent,…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Express Network; Page: 07) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context: The Supreme Court has urged Parliament to amend the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act to explicitly ban child betrothals, highlighting their violation of children’s rights and calling for comprehensive measures to prevent child marriages. Analysis of News: The Prohibition of Child…
Q1) Despite constitutional backing, urban planning and governance have given limited dividends on the ground. Enumerating the reasons for the same, suggest measures to ameliorate the situation. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Urban governance can broadly be defined as providing the basic socio-economic services in the urban area. Urban planning is recognized as a vital tool…
1. Launch of Pilot projects in Steel Sector under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2065985®=3&lang=1 ) Context The Union Government has approved three pilot projects under the National Green Hydrogen Mission to explore green hydrogen’s role in steel production. With a total financial support of ₹347 crore, these projects aim to advance clean…
1. STARTING UP, FANNING OUT (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The article highlights India’s remarkable transformation into a global hub for technological and entrepreneurial innovation. India’s Technological and Entrepreneurial Transformation Key Factors Driving India’s Innovation Growth Several critical initiatives have contributed to India’s remarkable improvement in…
1. Forecasting better in India, come rain or shine (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS1 – Geography, GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Context The article highlights India’s growing vulnerability to extreme weather events like floods and droughts, exacerbated by climate change. It discusses the need for enhanced…
1. Supreme Court Urges Parliament to Ban Child Betrothals, Calls for Comprehensive Measures to Combat Child Marriage (Source: Indian Express; Section: Express Network; Page: 07) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context: The Supreme Court has urged Parliament to amend the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act to explicitly ban child betrothals, highlighting their violation of children’s…