1. A FINANCING CHALLENGE (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: The article discusses the severe deposit crunch faced by Indian banks, where the growth of bank deposits is lagging behind credit growth, leading to significant challenges. The Current Deposit Crunch: An Overview Impact on Economic Activity and…
1. An obstinate refusal to focus on welfare (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Context The article critiques the Union Budget’s reduced focus on welfare schemes, highlighting declining allocations for crucial programs like MGNREGA and NFSA amidst widespread poverty and malnutrition. It contrasts…
Q1) Describe briefly what gene therapy is and what advantages it has over other treatments? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Gene therapy is a medical technique that uses modified genes to treat, prevent and cure a disease. It involves altering the genes in a patient’s cells to correct the underlying genetic problem. Advantages of gene therapy…
1. DRDO carries out successful maiden flight test of Long Range Glide Bomb ‘GAURAV’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2044995 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The successful test of the Gaurav long-range glide bomb by DRDO highlights India’s advancements in indigenous defence technology, strengthening its strategic capabilities. This development aligns with the country’s focus on…
1. The melting of polar ice due to climate change is making days longer (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS1 – Geography – Climate change – Effects of climate change Context Recent research indicates that climate change is slowing the Earth’s rotation due to melting polar ice caps,…
1. A caveat in the jobs data (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Issues relating to development and employment. Context: The article critically examines the use of the KLEMS database in supporting claims of job creation in India. Overview of the KLEMS Database and Its Relevance Methodology…
1. Hints of the corporatisation of science research in India (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Science and Technology Context The article discusses India’s shift towards market-driven scientific research, emphasising commercialization and reduced public funding. It examines the establishment of the Anusandhan National Research…
Q1) Aditya L1 mission is an important milestone as India’s first space based solar observatory. Enlist the major scientific objectives and the challenges of the mission. (150 Words/10 marks) ANS Aditya-L1 is India’s first space based solar observatory. It is aimed at studying the Sun from an orbit around the Sun-Earth Lagrangian point 1 (L1),…
1. Highly porous Xerogel dressing can save lives by clotting blood faster (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2044556 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Researchers at Agharkar Research Institute developed a porous xerogel dressing with silica nanoparticles and calcium, enhancing blood clotting significantly. This advanced dressing addresses severe haemorrhage more effectively than traditional gauze, offering a…