Mains Answer Writing 21-December-2023 Q1) Cities are the engines of economic growth, but they can also be the black holes of the environment. What are some of the key environmental challenges facing urban areas in the 21st century? How should modern cities address these challenges? ANSWER Urbanization is growing in India rapidly. As per a…
Indian Express 21- December-2023 1. A moral failure Topic: GS2 – Polity- Parliament Functioning This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of functioning of Parliament Context: A recent example of the institutional disintegration that is occurring inside our political system is the suspension of many…
The Hindu Editorial 21-December-2023 1. A security breach that must lead to sweeping changes. Topic: GS3 – Internal Security – role of external state and non-state actors Critical for UPSC as it assesses knowledge of national security, governance, and the ability to address vulnerabilities in democratic institutions – the article is not much important from mains…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 21-December -2023 1. Government has initiated steps to increase the nuclear power capacity from 7480 MW to 22480 MW by 2031-32, says Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh. Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Crucial for UPSC: Highlights India’s strategic advancements in space, nuclear energy, and economic growth, vital aspects of…
Daily Current Affairs 21-December-2023 1. India’s K-Shaped Recovery: Surprising GDP Growth Masks Uneven Economic Landscape Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of issues relating to growth Context: Most experts were sceptical of the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) prediction…
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Mains Answer Writing 20-December-2023 Q1) What do you understand by footloose industries? Discuss their significance and provide a suitable strategy for the growth of footloose industries in India. Footloose industries are those industries that are not tied to any location and can operate from anywhere. They do not require any specific raw materials or access…
Indian Express 20- December-2023 1. NEW LESSONS, NEW QUESTIONS Topic: GS2 – Education This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of socio-economic issues, government policies, and the impact of various factors on the overall development of the country. Context: The Right to Free and Compulsory…
The Hindu Editorial 20-December-2023 1. The deep import of the Article 370 verdict. Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Indian Constitution – Amendments UPSC relevance: Examines Supreme Court’s Jammu and Kashmir judgment, crucial for constitutional, security, and democratic implications in India. Context: The Supreme Court’s judgment on the 2019 presidential orders in Jammu and Kashmir has…
Daily Current Affairs 20-December-2023 1. Karnataka to reduce burden of school bags by 50%. Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education UPSC Significance: Textbook reduction initiative reflects education policy evolution, addressing school bag burdens, and enhancing learning environments for students. Context: The Karnataka government aims to alleviate the school bag burden by halving textbooks for classes…