1. Greatest Show Must Go On (Source: Indian Express; Section: Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context: The article highlights the evolution, achievements, and challenges of India’s electoral system, established under the Constitution adopted on November 26, 1949. It underscores the pivotal role of the Election Commission of India (ECI) in ensuring…
1. Revival on the cards for Indian economy (Source: Indian Express; Section: Idea Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: The article highlights India’s anticipated economic growth of over 7%, driven by robust GST collections, strong manufacturing and services activity, and rising investments. While rural demand and inflation pose challenges, a favorable kharif…
1. The consensus document (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: The article reflects on the 75th anniversary of India’s Constitution, emphasizing lessons from the Constituent Assembly’s democratic ethos to inspire modern parliamentary engagement. Celebrating 75 Years of India’s Constitution The Vision of the Constituent Assembly Challenges in…
1. Three solutions for clean air (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 09) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The article addresses Delhi’s severe air pollution crisis, its causes, and proposed multi-faceted solutions involving policy reforms, technological interventions, and sustainable practices. The Crisis of Air Pollution in Delhi Understanding the Sources of Pollution Delhi’s…
1. Zone of Containment (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The article highlights the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), global and national efforts to combat it, and the need for sustained actions, governance, and investments to address the…
1. Leaner, faster, fairer (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS2 – Polity – Judiciary Context: The article highlights the urgent need for administrative reforms in India’s judiciary to address case backlogs and inefficiencies, emphasizing innovative solutions like performance monitoring and leveraging retired professionals. Why do we need Judicial Reforms? The…
1. Free market needs free speech (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: SEBI’s proposal to regulate digital platforms disseminating securities-related information raises concerns about free speech, jurisdictional overreach, and the balance of regulatory powers. SEBI’s Proposal and Its Implications Impact on Price Discovery in Securities Markets One…
1. The AQI we choose (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Governance GS3 – Environment Context: The article highlights the urgent need for scientifically driven, health-focused strategies to tackle worsening air pollution in India amidst climatic anomalies and monitoring challenges. What is air Pollution and how is it measured…
1. Neighbourhood first, in practice (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: The article criticizes India’s muscle-flexing foreign policy in South Asia, advocating for a more cooperative, respectful, and neighborly approach to foster regional stability and goodwill. About South Asia India’s “National Interest” in the Neighborhood The…
1. Democracy by Force (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The article criticizes the growing normalization of authoritarian governance in India, symbolized by “bulldozer justice,” and its detrimental impact on democratic principles and institutional integrity. What is Bulldozer justice? The Crisis of Democratic Governance The Systemic Abuse…