1. More road projects, higher toll revenue boost the introduction of InvITs Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Roads Context ● Investment in road infrastructure in India is on the rise, driven by increased highway development, toll revenue, and toll hikes. ● Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) are becoming major buyers of road assets,…
1. Heat proofing the city Topic: GS3 – Environment – Disaster Management Context: When Delhi’s Mungeshpur automatic weather station recorded an unprecedented heat peak of 52.9 degrees Celsius on May 29, it was met with incredulity. Initially, this extreme temperature was attributed to a technological fault. However, the incident highlights a broader, more concerning trend: a…
1. India participates in ITU’s WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event and ‘AI for Good’ Global Summit Topic: GS2 – Governance GS2 – International Relations – Agreements involving India or affecting India’s interests. Context ● India, leading in global AI standards development, will host the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) 2024 in New Delhi from October 15-24….
Q1) What are the reasons for the persistence of Naxalism in certain areas of the country? What measures can be taken to control it? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Naxalism refers to the armed conflict between the far-left radical communists and the government of India. According to the government data, Naxalism has affected 40% of India…
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1. State Finances Report Highlights Fiscal Discipline, Capital Expenditure, and Consumption Divides Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: The recent report by economists at Bank of Baroda on the finances of Indian states for the financial year ended March 2024 highlights a significant achievement in managing fiscal deficits. Most states successfully limited their fiscal deficit within…
1. What GDP numbers say Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Inclusive Growth Context: India’s GDP data for 2023-24 was highly anticipated, especially following the sovereign rating outlook upgrade by S&P and just before the union election results. The reported growth of 8.2% in 2023-24 significantly surpasses the 7% growth of 2022-23 and is higher…
1. 77th World Health Assembly adopts amendments to International Health Regulations 2005 based on 300 proposals by member states Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Important International institutions, agencies and fora – their structure, mandate. Context ● The 77th World Health Assembly adopted significant amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005), enhancing global preparedness…
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Q1) Discuss the importance of tackling cross-border threats for effective border management. To what extent can the people living in India’s border regions help in enhancing border security? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS India has 15,106.7 Km of land border and a coastline of 7,516.6 Km including island territories which is physically, ethnically…