1. Cultivation of Genetically Modified crops (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2042234 ) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context Genetically modified crops are engineered to enhance traits such as pest resistance, yield, and tolerance to environmental conditions. Approved for commercial use after rigorous evaluation, these crops aim to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability.Bt. cotton, for instance, is modified to…
1. Realpolitik can be green (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 17) Topic: GS3– Environment Context: The article discusses India’s green energy transition, highlighting three main points: the non-uniform nature of state-led transitions, the tension between the drivers of the transition and trade policy, and the imbalance between governance realpolitik and the ethical…
1. Powering up to get to the $30-trillion economy point (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s growth story is promising yet challenging. To become a $30-trillion economy by 2047, India must pursue liberal policies, enhance manufacturing, and improve labour participation, especially for women….
Q1) Enumerate the factors that make Indo-Pacific a theatre of opportunity for India. What are the impediments in reaping the geo-strategic potential of the Indo-Pacific? (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Indo-Pacific is an integrated theatre that combines the Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean, and the land masses surrounding them. Indo-Pacific region is increasingly emerging as…
1. National Coastal Scheme (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2041455 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies Context The National Coastal Mission Scheme (NCM) addresses coastal ecosystem challenges by funding conservation and research efforts. It supports state and UT administrations in implementing beach management, pollution control, and capacity-building programs. This initiative complements broader environmental projects, including the…
1. On doorstep delivery of alcohol (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS1 – Indian Society Context The article examines India’s rising alcohol consumption and the potential impact of doorstep delivery on public health and safety. It discusses arguments for and against such a policy, highlighting revenue generation, potential…
1. Partners in food security (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: The article discusses India hosting the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE) in Delhi, highlighting the historical roots of ICAE in India and its evolution. It emphasizes the importance of the conference in addressing global…
1. The social benefits of stock market speculation (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Indian government’s recent Budget increased taxes on capital gains and securities transactions, equating stock market speculation to gambling. While intended to reduce inequality, critics argue this…
1. Intention VS implementation (Source – The Hindu, Idea Page- Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2- Polity Context The articles analyze a recent supreme court verdict in India that permit state government to sub classify scheduled caste and scheduled tribe for reservation purposes, potentially altering the existing reservation framework. Analysis of the news: Supreme court’s…
