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17 Jan 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) Globalization has been selective of social sections and economic sectors in sharing its boons and banes. In light of this statement, discuss the impact of globalization on Indian society. ANSWER Globalisation refers to the free movement of people, product, ideas, and capital cutting across national boundaries. It is considered to increase interdependence, interconnectedness and…
24 August 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. India Denies Role in Bangladesh Floods, Clarifies No Water Release from Tripura Dam (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS1 – Geography Context: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India clarified that the recent floods in eastern Bangladesh were not caused by the release of water from…
28 November 2023 : The Hindu Editorial Notes PDF
The Hindu Editorial 28-November-2023 1. Not a panacea Topic: GS1 and GS2- Regionalism, Casteism and reservation Demand for Separate reservation: Intra-community disparities lie behind Maratha demand for reservationsn. In a sign of significantsocioeconomic churning in various parts of India, there have been demands for reservation by communities that are known to be politically dominant and are not traditionally classified as “backward”. Theagitation for reservation by members of the Maratha community in Maharashtra is one Current situation of Maratha: The community has had significantrepresentation in positions of political power — over 35% of MLAs since 1967 and 12 of 18 Chief Ministers in the State. It has also traditionally been economically influentialin rural areas due to landowning — over 75% of the cultivable land in the State — besides controlling an overwhelming majority of sugar factories. Data from the India Human Development Survey (IHDS) in 201112 in the State have shown that Marathas had a per capita consumption expenditure only lower than that of Brahmins. Poverty incidence among Marathas was comparable to that of other forward communities and significantlylower than that of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes and marginally lower than that of Other Backward Classes. It is evident why the Supreme Court in 2021 struck down the 16% quota provided under the Socially and Economically Backward Classes for Marathas in jobs and education. And yet the demand is not difficultto Reason…
23 November 2023 : Daily Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs 23-November-2023 1. Bihar Cabinet nod to seek special status for State. Topic: GS2 – Indian polity. Context: The Bihar Cabinet, on Wednesday, approved a resolution urging the Central government to confer special category status upon the State. This move comes shortly after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar issued a warning of launching a…
27 April 2024 : PIB Summary for UPSC
PIB Summary for UPSC 27-April-2024 1. SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Kazakhstan endorses ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’ Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Important International institutions Understanding India’s role in SCO, its stance on terrorism, and SAGAR’s relevance enhances knowledge for UPSC international relations. Context: ● The Defence Secretary reaffirmed India’s commitment to…
8 November 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. CoP For Consensus (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The article discusses the urgent need for equitable and substantial climate finance to support the Global South in combating climate impacts, emphasizing collaboration rather than conflict with the Global North. What is Conference of the Parties (COP)?…