1. Sambhal’s Jama Masjid: A Historic Monument at the Heart of Legal and Communal Disputes (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS1 – History Context: The article explores the historical, architectural, and legal controversies surrounding Sambhal’s Jama Masjid, highlighting its significance and the communal tensions it has sparked. Analysis of News:   Historical Background…
1.Socialist And Secular in Preamble ? (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context: The article discusses the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the inclusion of ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ in the Preamble of India’s Constitution, added through the 42nd Amendment during the Emergency in 1976. It highlights the Preamble’s role…
1. At treaty negotiations in Busan, India proposes compensation to meet costs of controlling plastics (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India’s proposal at the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations calls for financial compensation and technology transfer to developing nations to address plastic pollution. Divergent…
1. India signs the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2077272®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Riyadh Design Law Treaty, adopted by WIPO members, aims to streamline global industrial design protection, fostering innovation and inclusivity. India’s participation underscores its commitment to empowering startups, SMEs, and designers through improved…
1. ISRO to Launch ESA’s Proba-3 Mission for Groundbreaking Study of the Sun’s Corona (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 18) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission on December 4 from Sriharikota. This groundbreaking mission will study…
1. Global Push to End Plastic Pollution: Nations Meet in Korea for Final Treaty Negotiations (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The article discusses the ongoing negotiations among 170 nations to finalize a legally binding global treaty to combat plastic pollution and its environmental and health impacts. Analysis of…
1. A lake ecosystem gasping for breath (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context Ashtamudi Lake, a Ramsar site in Kerala, faces severe pollution from untreated sewage, plastic waste, and sedimentation. This has led to biodiversity loss, algal blooms, and declining…
1. Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty Launched at G20 Summit: Aimed at Eradicating Hunger and Poverty by 2030 (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context: The article discusses the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the G20 Summit, highlighting its mission to eliminate global…
1. Climate change is the biggest disruptor in aquaculture: FAO (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Climate change Context The FAO has highlighted the challenges posed by climate change to India’s aquaculture and fishing sectors, emphasising reduced ocean productivity and shifting fish compositions. It urged…
1. Is imposing tariffs on Chinese imports a good idea? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Indian Economy Context Donald Trump, as U.S. President-elect, proposed tariffs of up to 60% on Chinese imports to address the U.S. trade deficit with China and counter…