1. Digital Agriculture Mission: Tech for Transforming Farmers’ Lives (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2051719 ) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture, GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Context India’s Digital Agriculture Mission, approved with a Rs. 2,817 Crore budget aims to revolutionise agriculture through digital technologies. It includes creating digital farmer IDs, advanced crop and soil mapping, and a…
1. Gap between allocations for health, outcomes in States (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The article highlights the challenges faced by States in fully utilising Union Budget allocations for health sector initiatives, such as Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission…
(Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2051321 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context ● Researchers have developed a groundbreaking gas sensor using mixed spinel zinc ferrite (ZnFe2O4) nanostructures, capable of detecting nitrogen oxides (NOx) at ultra-low concentrations (ppb levels) and room temperature. ● This advancement addresses key challenges in gas sensing, offering a more precise and affordable…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Govt & Politics; Page: 05) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Brunei’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, to strengthen bilateral ties amid regional tensions due to China’s aggressive posture in the Indo-Pacific. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Brunei,…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 16) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The article discusses India’s BioE3 policy, which aims to drive sustainable economic growth by integrating biotechnology into industrial and manufacturing processes. Analysis of News: Overview of the BioE3 Policy The BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) policy, recently unveiled…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● Iran’s missile programme, long seen as a key element of its defence, faced scrutiny after a largely unsuccessful April 2024 assault on Israel. ● Despite launching hundreds of projectiles, many failed or were intercepted, raising questions about…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Railways Context ● Indian Railways has initiated tenders worth over ₹2,200 crore for the installation of the indigenous Kavach automatic train protection system across 7,228 route kilometres. ● The move aims to enhance safety by preventing…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS4 – Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude Context ● John Stuart Mill’s On Liberty introduces the harm principle, arguing that individual freedoms should only be restricted to prevent harm to others. ● His theory advocates for minimal state intervention in personal liberties while recognizing…
Q1) In light of incidents of serving civil servants openly criticising the government and some also resigning in protest, discuss whether civil servants should get entangled in the political discussions/opinions? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Civil servants are the agents of the government who are responsible for execution of the policies of the government efficiently. Impartiality,…