7 August 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) BRICS can serve as a platform for shaping a post-Western global order, but the potential of the grouping is held back by internal contradictions. Examine.
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Mains Answer Writing 6-December-2023 1. Buddha’s teachings can help in understanding and resolving the problems of today’s society. Do you agree? Justify your answer. ANSWER Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, lived over two and a half thousand years ago in ancient India. The Buddha’s teachings are centred on the Four Noble Truths, which describe…
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PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 29-September -2023 1. VP condoles the demise of Dr. MS Swaminathan Topic: GS3 Context: Vice-President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dr. MS Swaminathan. MS Swaminathan was a distinguished agriculture scientist. He is referred to as the father of India’s Green Revolution. About Dr. MS Swaminathan: MS Swaminathan…
The Hindu Editorial 9-February-2024 1. Charting a path for the population committee Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Crucial for UPSC as it involves demographic trends, policy formulation, and socio-economic development, reflecting broader governance and development issues. Context The interim budget announces a groundbreaking high-powered committee to address challenges arising from India’s rapid population…
No union, but Centre ready to ease living of gay couples. Topic: GS1 – Society. Context: The government is reportedly prepared to make life easier for homosexual couples, despite not supporting their union. Issue: The government has proposed the formation of a panel to address the “genuine, human concerns” of same-sex couples. The Supreme Court has…
 1. Impact of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2042990 ) Topic: GS1 – Geography, GS3 – Disaster and disaster management Context In response to the Teesta-III dam collapse in October 2023, the Central Water Commission is reviewing dam safety against Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) and mandating GLOF studies for new dams. A Rs…