1. Maiden India Pavilion at World Hydrogen Summit 2024, Netherlands showcases National Green Hydrogen Mission Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Context ● India’s participation in the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, marks a significant step in its green hydrogen endeavours. ● The establishment…
1. Young people fade away when there is no vision Topic: GS1 – Indian Society – Social Empowerment. Context ● The article discusses the alarming trend of student suicides in Kota, Rajasthan, attributed to academic pressure from competitive entrance examinations. ● It highlights the detrimental effects of coaching institutes and standardised entrance exams on students’…
1. New Chabahar pact ‘not exempt’ from Iran sanctions: U.S. (Source – The Hindu, Delhi Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● The U.S. State Department expressed concerns over India and Iran’s new 10-year agreement to develop the Chabahar port, warning of potential sanctions risks. ● India’s plans to…
1. Ask the children Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Vulnerable Sections Context: The article discusses a recent judgment by the Delhi High Court concerning online safety for minors and critiques its approach to addressing the risks of virtual touch. While the judgment aims to equip minors with the knowledge and tools to navigate online interactions…
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Q1) Harnessing the potential of traditional medicine would be a game changer for health when founded on evidence, innovation, and sustainability. Comment and discuss the steps taken by the government of India in preserving the traditional knowledge of medicine. (250 Words/15 Marks) WHO describes traditional medicine as the sum total of indigenous knowledge, skills and…
1. India and Iran Strengthen Maritime Ties with 10-Year Contract for Chabahar Port Operation (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: India and Iran recently signed a 10-year contract for the operation of a terminal at the strategically important Chabahar port in Iran. Chabahar, situated in Iran’s…
1. INDIA- FRANCE JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE SHAKTI COMMENCES IN MEGHALAYA Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS3 – Internal Security Context ● The 7th edition of the India-France Joint Military Exercise SHAKTI commenced in Umroi, Meghalaya, emphasising joint military capability enhancement. ● Attended by high-ranking officials from both nations, the exercise aims to improve interoperability and…
1. Declining poverty ratio: a continuing trend Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Issues relating to poverty and hunger. Context The article discusses trends in poverty and inequality based on the 2022-23 Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) by the NSSO. It highlights debates among researchers regarding data comparability, measurement complexities, and methodological changes over time….
1. The employment stories Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to development and employment Context: The article presents a detailed analysis of employment trends using NSSO data from 1983 to 2023. It challenges common misconceptions about job growth, highlighting consistent employment increases across various sectors and demographics. The surge in female and older workers…