1. ROTI DAL SABZI Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies– Interventions for development in various sectors GS3 – Indian Economy Context: Among the many interpretations of the 2024 election verdict, a significant one is that economic issues, specifically unemployment (berozgari) and inflation (mehengai), played a crucial role in influencing the outcome. Historically, inflation has been…
1. At arm’s length, for corporate health Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies– Interventions for development in various sectors Context: The article discusses the role and influence of proxy advisors (PAs) in corporate governance, particularly in India, where their recommendations sometimes lead to the rejection of corporate resolutions or spark controversy. It highlights cases like…
1. The show must go on Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies– Interventions for development in various sectors Context: The recent election outcome, contrary to market and exit-poll expectations, has set a new stage for the incoming government. The primary objective should be to drive a rapid increase in per capita GDP through inclusive and…
1. Heat proofing the city Topic: GS3 – Environment – Disaster Management Context: When Delhi’s Mungeshpur automatic weather station recorded an unprecedented heat peak of 52.9 degrees Celsius on May 29, it was met with incredulity. Initially, this extreme temperature was attributed to a technological fault. However, the incident highlights a broader, more concerning trend: a…
1. What GDP numbers say Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Inclusive Growth Context: India’s GDP data for 2023-24 was highly anticipated, especially following the sovereign rating outlook upgrade by S&P and just before the union election results. The reported growth of 8.2% in 2023-24 significantly surpasses the 7% growth of 2022-23 and is higher…
1. Journey to 2047 Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors Context: In light of recent developments both domestically and internationally, it is crucial for India to have a clear and strategic roadmap for growth. With the aspiration to become a developed country by 2047, the centenary of India’s…
1. Model code and context Topic: GS2 – Polity – Constitutional Bodies Context: The article discusses the importance of truth in the context of India’s national motto, “Satyameva Jayate,” and its relevance to the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI). It explores the philosophical complexity of truth and the ethical challenges faced by the…
1. The India-Iran reconnect Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: The sudden death of Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter accident on May 20 adds another layer of complexity to an already volatile region. The political landscape of the Middle East is fraught with tensions and ongoing conflicts, and the loss of…
1. A time for para diplomacy Topic: GS2 – International Relations – India and its neighbourhood Context: In its recent manifesto, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has made a bold promise to reclaim Kartarpur Sahib, the final resting place of Guru Nanak, which is situated less than five kilometers across the Pakistan border. This proposal, while…
1. A better do-good metric Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors Context: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria have emerged as a critical framework guiding modern business practices, government policies, and civil society initiatives. Originating from the interconnected realms of these sectors, ESG aims to manage the environmental…