1. Classical language centres ask for autonomy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The news highlights the ongoing struggle of India’s classical language centres for Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia, which are seeking autonomy from the Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) to address funding…
PM lauds the highest-ever GST collection in April 2023. Topic: GS3 – Indian economy. News: The Prime Minister of India has expressed happiness over the highest-ever GST revenue collection in April 2023, amounting to ₹87 lakh crore. He attributes the success to the increased integration and compliance of GST. PM expresses happiness over installing a…
ARTICLE 1: PETRIFIED WOODS Formation of Petrified Wood Petrified wood is formed through a process called petrifaction, where woody stems become fossilized over millions of years. This process occurs when wood gets buried in wet sediments or volcanic ash beds, preventing quick decomposition by insects and microorganisms due to a lack of oxygen. Over time,…
Indian Express Editorial Analysis 23-February-2024 1. A long institutional road Topic: GS2 – Polity – Judiciary This topic is relevant for both Prelims and Mains in the context of knowing facts about the role of the Supreme Court within the constitutional framework, recent judicial decisions, and their implications for democracy and governance. Context: Two recent decisions…
Indian Express Editorial Analysis 15-March-2024 1. No going back to square one Topic: GS2 – Governance – Important aspects of governance: Transparency and accountability. This topic is relevant for both Prelims and Mains in the context of understanding the implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling on electoral bonds and its impact on political financing. Context: The…
Q1) In light of incidents of serving civil servants openly criticising the government and some also resigning in protest, discuss whether civil servants should get entangled in the political discussions/opinions? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Civil servants are the agents of the government who are responsible for execution of the policies of the government efficiently. Impartiality,…
