(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Context ● India has substantial wind energy potential, yet a significant portion remains untapped. ● Recent policies aim to encourage repowering of outdated wind turbines to improve efficiency. ● However, challenges in land availability, infrastructure,…
Q1) Outlining the various cyber threats faced by India, assess the state of the country’s preparedness to deal with the same. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Cyber threat can be defined as the possibility of a malicious attempt by inimical interests to damage or disrupt a computer network or system. According to an international report, India…
1. The Decline in Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) in Health in India (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,…
1. States and the Centre’s fetter of ‘net borrowing ceiling’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Federal Structure Context In 2023, the central government imposed a borrowing cap on Kerala, restricting its financial autonomy and sparking a constitutional debate on Article 293. Article 293…
1. Fixing a leaky PDS (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 09) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The article argues for a re-evaluation of India’s food subsidy program to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and address nutritional needs through targeted support and system reforms. What is PDS? Reconsidering the Extent of Free Food Subsidies…
1. On improving wind energy generation (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Context India has substantial wind energy potential, yet a significant portion remains untapped. Recent policies aim to encourage repowering of outdated wind turbines to improve efficiency. However, challenges in…
Q1) Write an explanatory note on the causes and impacts of avalanches. Also, highlight the various strategies to mitigate its impact, with a special emphasis on NDMA guidelines. (150 words/10 Marks) ANS Avalanche is a sudden, rapid mass movement of snow and associated materials (rock fragments, soil, and vegetation) downwards along a slope. Its…