1. Rahul Gandhi’s Abhayamudra Gesture: A Call for Fearlessness in Indian Politics (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 09) Topic: GS1 – History – Indian Culture Context: In his first speech as Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi invoked the abhayamudra, a gesture symbolizing reassurance and freedom from fear. He portrayed the…
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. Should education be brought back to the State list? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The article discusses the historical and current governance of education in India.It seeks to contrast state and central roles post-independence and highlighting recent controversies in national…