1. Spike in pollution levels may raise death rates in cities with cleaner air, says study (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context A multi-city analysis in India, published in Lancet Planet Health, reveals that spikes in air pollution in cities…
1. ANSWER IS A QUESTION BANK (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– Social Justice – Education Context: The NDA government has taken a significant step by appointing a committee led by Koppillil Radhakrishnan, former chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), to propose reforms for the examination process and…
Q1) Globalization involves a complex exchange of cultural influences, where local identities are transformed by global forces, while global culture in turn is shaped by local identities. Discuss. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS As per Anthony Giddens, globalization can be defined as the intensification of worldwide social relations which link distant localities in such a way…
1. Digital jurisprudence in India, in an AI era (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context Generative AI (GAI) poses legal challenges globally due to its transformative impact on liability, copyright, and privacy. Recent lawsuits and regulatory gaps highlight uncertainties in assigning responsibility for AI-generated content…
1. Government of India and ADB sign $170 million loan to strengthen pandemic preparedness and response (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2030329 ) Topic: GS2 – International relations – Important International institutions Context India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $170 million policy-based loan aimed at enhancing India’s health system preparedness and response to future…
1. Rahul Gandhi’s Abhayamudra Gesture: A Call for Fearlessness in Indian Politics (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 09) Topic: GS1 – History – Indian Culture Context: In his first speech as Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi invoked the abhayamudra, a gesture symbolizing reassurance and freedom from fear. He portrayed the…
1. The problem with Modinomics (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Investment models. Context: Private investment in India has been conspicuously weak despite concerted efforts by the government, spearheaded under the economic strategy known as “Modinomics.” This strategy, which aims to transform India into a global manufacturing…
Q1) “Poverty has a woman’s face.” What do you understand by feminization of poverty? What role can women empowerment play in poverty reduction? (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS The term “feminization of poverty” refers to the disproportionate and increasing burden of poverty that women experience compared to men. Feminization of poverty gives poverty a woman’s face…
1. What is on the agenda for the 16th Finance Commission? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Constitutional Bodies Context The 16th Finance Commission is examining the fiscal health and funding needs of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), emphasising the need for enhanced intergovernmental transfers…