2 January 2025 : Daily Answer Writing
The Right to Information Act provides the common man, not just the right to know, but also the right to question those in power. However, the very purpose of the act stands unfulfilled without addressing some key challenges. Justify with suitable arguments. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: “Information is the currency of democracy“ – Thomas…
2 January 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. Energy Churn Ahead (Source – Indian Express, Section- The Editorial Page- Page No. – 08) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The city gas distribution (CGD) sector faces rising costs, declining profitability, and increasing consolidation pressures due to reduced APM gas allocation and competition from alternative fuels. Analysis of the news: Reduced APM Allocation…
02 January 2025 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. The sorry state of India’s parliamentary proceedings (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context Frequent disruptions, acrimony, and declining standards in Parliament proceedings are undermining legislative efficiency and democratic accountability in India. Challenges in Parliament Proceedings in India: Frequent Disruptions Acrimony Between Government and…
02 January 2025 : Daily Current Affairs
1. Four UN environmental summits fell short in 2024. What happened? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context Four major United Nations-led summits on biodiversity (Colombia), climate (Azerbaijan), land degradation (Saudi Arabia), and plastics (South Korea) failed to produce significant outcomes. Failures…
2 January 2025 : PIB Summary For UPSC
One Nation One Subscription (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2089179®=3&lang=1 ) Context The article explores various facets of the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) scheme, focusing on its objectives, implementation process, advantages, and its role in enhancing India’s research ecosystem. What is ONOS? Key Objectives of the ONOS Scheme Implementation Process Funding and Financial Strategy Advantages of ONOS…
1 January 2025 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) The emerging pandemic of lifestyle diseases has arisen out of a public policy failure that lacked foresight and imposed a one-size-fits- all approach. Evaluate. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: Lifestyle diseases are medical disorders or conditions caused by a person’s modifiable lifestyle behaviors, such as unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, smoking etc. It results the…
1 January 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. A Tryst in Space (Source – Indian Express, Section- The Editorial page- Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology Context ● The article highlights ISRO’s transformative strides in space exploration, marked by the groundbreaking SpaDeX mission and its pivotal role in advancing India’s space ambitions. ISRO’s Milestone Mission – SpaDeX India’s…
1 January 2025 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. COP29, climate finance and its optical illusion (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context Developed nations’ $300 billion climate finance goal by 2035 falls short of developing countries’ demand for equitable support. Finance in Climate Change Negotiations Finance has been central…
1 January 2025 : PIB Summary For UPSC
Prelims Facts: 1. INDEX OF EIGHT CORE INDUSTRIES (BASE: 2011-12=100) FOR NOVEMBER, 2024 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2089066®=3&lang=1 ) Context The Index of Eight Core Industries grew by 4.3% in November 2024, with Cement, Coal, and Steel showing growth, while Crude Oil and Natural Gas declined. Index of Eight Core Industries: Overview Components and Their Weights Monitoring:…