1. What is on the agenda for the 16th Finance Commission? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Constitutional Bodies Context The 16th Finance Commission is examining the fiscal health and funding needs of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), emphasising the need for enhanced intergovernmental transfers…
1. Strengthening Rural Economy Introduction: Expanding the Rural Economy through Employment and Income Generation Key Budget Allocations for Agricultural Growth Infrastructure Development and Rural Connectivity Empowering Rural Communities with Targeted Employment Programs Supporting Farmers with Enhanced Market Access and Innovation Social Welfare and Skill Development Initiatives Conclusion: 2. Blueprint For Sustained Growth In Rural India…
1. India and Pakistan need to drop hard line stances on the Indus Waters Treaty (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context India has escalated its demand for renegotiating the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, citing unresolved disputes and modern challenges…
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1. India signs $750-mn currency swap deal with forex-starved Maldives (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International relations Context India’s recent $750 million currency swap agreement with the Maldives aims to alleviate the island nation’s foreign currency crisis. This partnership emphasises India’s commitment to supporting the Maldives…
1. Digital platform driven by drone mapping to revive solar power scheme (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Digital Governance Context The PM-KUSUM scheme aims to enhance solar energy in agriculture by setting up solar power plants and pumps. However, delays and challenges, such as…
