1. Is the caste Census a useful exercise? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The demand for a caste Census has sparked political debates, with proponents advocating for data to ensure proportional representation in government jobs, land, and wealth. However, challenges in accurate caste data…
1. PLI Scheme: Mixed Success with Promising Gains and Lingering Challenges (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, introduced to boost domestic manufacturing and create jobs, has had mixed results. While sectors like mobile phones, food processing, and pharmaceuticals have performed exceptionally well…
1. Proudhon’s theory of mutualism: a critique of capitalism and authoritarianism (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Economy Context The article explores mutualism, an economic and social theory advocating decentralized, cooperative ownership and voluntary exchanges to promote fairness and equality. It critiques capitalism for exploitation and authoritarianism…
1. In our fight against climate change, could the seas turn the tide? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Climate change Context ● The oceans, vital for moderating Earth’s climate, have absorbed 25% of anthropogenic CO₂ emissions and 90% of excess heat. However, this comes…
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…