1. Health advice to take with no pinch of salt Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● The article discusses the overshadowed public health issue of hypertension amidst concerns over COVID-19 vaccine risks. ● It highlights global and Indian perspectives on hypertension, public health initiatives like the India Hypertension Control Initiative, and strategies…
1. A right to fairness Topic: GS2 – Polity – Indian constitution – Significant provisions Context: In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court, often criticized as an “executive’s court,” reaffirmed its dedication to upholding due process of law. The 41-page judgment by Justices Sandeep Mehta and B.R. Gavai, in the case of Newsclick founder-editor Prabir Purkayastha,…
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Q1) Comment on the key initiatives outlined in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, with special reference to the ’30X30’ target. (150 Words/10 Marks) The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), adopted in 15th COP to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), is a global initiative that aims to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030;…
1. First set of citizenship certificates after notification of Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024 issued Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity. Context ● The Union government granted citizenship certificates to over 300 people, predominantly Pakistani Hindus, under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), 2019. ● This move comes after the implementation of the CAA was enabled by the…
1. April trade gap hits $19 bn as imports outpace exports Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Effects of liberalization on the economy. Context ● India’s merchandise trade for April 2024-25 saw a 1.07% rise in exports to $35 billion but a significant 10.3% jump in imports to $54.1 billion, widening the trade deficit to…
1. Social media’s impact on Indian politics Topic: GS1 – Indian Society – Effects of globalisation on Indian society GS2 – Indian Polity. Context ● The article delves into the rise of social media influencers like Dhruv Rathee and Ravish on YouTube is reshaping political narratives in India. ● Traditional media’s shift towards provocative content…
1. The CDS that should be Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors GS3 – Internal Security Context: The article highlights the evolving discourse around the restructuring of the Indian military into integrated theatre commands (ITCs) and the potential appointment of a Vice Chief of Defence Staff (VCDS) and…
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Q1) How is Artificial Intelligence making our lives better? Analyze the challenges associated with its use. (250 Words/15 Marks) Artificial Intelligence is a group of technologies that enable a machine, computer, or software to act with higher level of intelligence. AI systems emulate human brain’s capabilities of comprehension and decision making. AI is making our…