1. In Baku breakthrough, COP clears carbon credit trade (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Agreements involving India or affecting India’s interests., GS3 – Environment Context At COP29 in Baku, a landmark agreement was reached to establish a global carbon market, enabling countries to…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Following a recent meeting in Kazan, senior Chinese officials are optimistic about a positive shift in India-China relations, highlighting a “chemistry” between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The leaders’ rapport was marked by candid discussions without relying on…
Q1) Explain how the geographical location of India makes it extremely vulnerable to the menace of drug trafficking. What are the various internal security threats posed by drug trafficking? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Drug trafficking is a worldwide problem which is also affecting India. India is both a destination and a transit hub for drug…
1. First Ever Space Exercise ‘Antariksha Abhyas – 2024’ hosted by Defence Space Agency begins in New Delhi (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2072518®=3&lang=1 ) Context India’s first space war-game exercise, Antariksha Abhyas – 2024, aims to bolster national security by addressing threats to space-based assets. The exercise will enhance operational resilience and foster technological advancements through collaboration…
1. Giving shape to India’s carbon credit mechanism (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context The COP-29 in Baku is addressing climate finance, particularly the carbon credits framework amid ongoing disagreements between developed and developing nations. India’s 2023 Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)…
1. Why Delhi must reach out to Jakarta (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: The article emphasizes the need for India to strengthen its ties with Indonesia under President Prabowo to counter growing Chinese influence in Southeast Asia. Neglect of Eastern Neighbours and Historical Ties with…
1. Will financial roadblocks continue to hinder conservation efforts? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Agreements involving India or affecting India’s interests. Context The COP16 summit on biodiversity, held in Cali, Colombia, aimed to advance global biodiversity conservation goals but exposed challenges, particularly around…
(Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2072149®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● The article discusses the decline in Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) on healthcare in India, attributed to increased government spending and improved public healthcare infrastructure. ● Between 2014-15 and 2021-22, government health expenditure rose significantly, leading to better accessibility and affordability of healthcare. ●…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained: 11) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: In Madhya Pradesh’s Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, 10 wild elephants died, likely due to kodo millet contamination by toxic mycotoxins. This incident underscores the risks posed by fungal infections in certain crops under specific environmental conditions. Analysis of News: Understanding Kodo Millet Cultivation and Uses:…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● Recent trends in government health spending across low-income and lower middle-income countries (LICs and LMICs) show a decline in health funding, particularly after the pandemic. ● A World Bank report highlights this worrying shift, which…