1. Pay the bearer (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– Governance Context: The article examines the constitutional and ethical concerns surrounding the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act and the Assisted Reproductive Technologies (Regulation) Act, 2021, particularly focusing on the prohibition of payments to surrogates and the need for fair compensation. What is…
1. Giving farms their due (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 09) Topic: GS2– Governance Context: The article discusses the early initiatives of the Modi 3.0 government, particularly in agriculture and rural development, following the 2024 parliamentary elections. Introduction to Modi 3.0 and the First 100 Days New Leadership in Agriculture and Rural…
1. The start-up nation       (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: The article discusses the factors driving India’s economic growth over the past decade. Key Growth Drivers of the Indian Economy in the Last Decade India’s Position as a Global Economic Power The Role of Technology and Startups…
1. Peace & its possibilities (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2– International Relations Context: The article discusses the evolving peace diplomacy surrounding the Ukraine conflict as it enters its third year. The Growing Incentives for Peace in Ukraine India’s Peace Diplomacy: Possibilities and Limitations The Role of U.S. Politics in…
1. The audacity of a mission    (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– Governance – Government Policies Context: The article discusses the impact of India’s Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM), launched in 2014 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on public health and sanitation. Introduction: SBM’s Landmark Achievements The Vision: A Bold Commitment…
1. Five sutras for digital infrastructure (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2– Governance Context: The article highlights India’s achievement of over 80% financial inclusion within six years, driven by digital public infrastructure (DPI), and its global leadership in the area. What is a DPI? India’s Financial Inclusion Success The Rise…
1. From India to Global South (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2– International Relations Context: The article discusses Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s introduction of a “Development Compact” at the Third Voice of Global South Summit (VoGSS), aimed at enhancing South-South cooperation through capacity building, technology sharing, trade, grants, and concessional…
1. AN UPWARD TICK (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: The article discusses the World Bank’s updated growth forecast for the Indian economy, raising it to 7% for the year, in line with other agencies like the IMF and ADB. India’s Growth Outlook Revised Upwards Drivers of…
1. FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: The article discusses the significance of the Indian Prime Minister’s upcoming visit to Singapore, highlighting the strong and multifaceted relationship between India and Singapore. A Snapshot of India-Singapore Relations Economic and People-to-People Ties Strategic…
1. It takes a forest (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3– Environment – Conservation Context: The article discusses the importance of thriving ecosystems, particularly forests, for survival and ecological balance. Choosing Between a Thriving Forest and a Desert The Complexity of Forest Ecosystems Interdependence in Nature Understanding Natural Intelligence Enhancing…