 1. EASING THE BURDEN (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: The article discusses the ongoing efforts and historical context of income tax reforms in India. It highlights the initiatives to simplify and stabilize the tax structure, including reductions in corporate and personal tax rates, simplification of tax…
 1. Landmark, benchmark (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS2– Social Justice Context: The Supreme Court of India has removed a long-standing legal obstacle to fine-tuning existing policies of social justice. A seven-member bench of the apex court has allowed state governments to sub-divide the reservation quota meant for Scheduled Castes…
 1. A Wayanad story (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3– Disaster Management Context: The article discusses the recurrent flooding and landslides in Kerala, particularly since 2018, highlighting a specific incident in Palakkad and the widespread impact on the state. It addresses the ongoing anxiety and preparedness of residents during monsoon…
1. Not somebody else’s war (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2– International Relations Context: The article discusses the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Ukraine as a potential reconfiguration of India’s approach to European security. Narendra Modi’s Visit to Ukraine: A Strategic Shift India’s Recent Engagements with…
1. Clear goals, hazy roadmaps (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: The article critically examines the details of the final Budget, highlighting its objectives and action plans while pointing out the vague implementation roadmaps. Objectives and Action Plans Comparison with the Interim Budget Revenue…
1. After Budget, the challenges (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: The article discusses the Union Budget 2024-25, focusing on the challenges facing the Indian economy, such as global economic uncertainty and inflation. It highlights the government’s efforts to maintain fiscal stability, manage rising…
1. Budget hits and misses (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: The Union Budget presented recently was highly anticipated as it was expected to lay out a roadmap for the country’s growth and development. The main question that arises is whether the Budget met…
 1. HOW WE SEE OUR BODIES (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– Social Justice – Health GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The article criticizes the hype around new weight loss and diabetes drugs, highlighting their perceived benefits and significant risks. It argues that these drugs, marketed as miraculous solutions,…
 1. Budget’s political choices (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: The article discusses the first budget of the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) third term, highlighting how it reflects the government’s changed political landscape but fails to address the country’s economic realities. Despite the need…
 1. A SETBACK FOR THE FARM (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting GS3 – Agriculture Context: The article discusses the Indian economy’s performance in the fiscal year 2023-24, highlighting a robust GDP growth of 8.2% and projections of over 7% growth in FY25. Despite this,…