1. Tapping into Kazakhstan’s rare earths potential (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● The global transition to renewable energy has increased the demand for rare earth elements, critical for clean energy and advanced technologies. ● India, despite significant reserves, relies heavily on imports…
Q1) The key challenge that plagues both skill development and higher education is that higher education is out of sync with the skill requirements in the job market. Discuss. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS: Current Landscape and Challenges to Education-Skill Mismatch in India: Curriculum Mismatch: (a) curriculum remains theoretical and outdated + insufficient emphasis on skills…
1. A global polio resurgence and the need to reevaluate the basics (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The resurgence of polio, including vaccine-derived strains, highlights the global risk of incomplete eradication efforts. Surveillance, vaccination gaps, and the debate over transmission routes…
Q1) Despite seven decades of Independence, why have welfare schemes for vulnerable sections failed to deliver? Illustrate with suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: Reasons: 1. Corruption and Leakages: programmes, such as PDS, suffer due to corruption and inclusion and exclusion errors leading to leakages i.e. food grains being diverted to the black market [e.g….
1. Knowledge as a shield (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context The article reflects on the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, its impact, and the advancements in disaster preparedness and resilience over the past two decades. The Tsunami of 2004: A Catastrophic Event On December 26,…
1. The lapses in the disaster management Bill (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS3 – Disaster management Context The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, modifies the Disaster Management Act, 2005, but has raised concerns about its top-down approach, lack of inclusivity, and accountability. It excludes key provisions for…
1. How the 2004 Indian Ocean quake transformed tsunami science (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history, highlighted the vulnerability of coastal regions to massive seismic events. It spurred advancements…
1. The Future Hub of Global Entrepreneurship (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Initiatives, GS3 – Indian Economy Context India has emerged as a global leader in startups, ranking as the 3rd largest startup hub.Government initiatives and a dynamic workforce have driven innovation in…
(Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2087361®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The MSME sector in India has witnessed remarkable growth, significantly boosting exports, contributing to GDP, and driving economic development. Despite challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, MSMEs demonstrated resilience and adaptability, scaling up enterprises and enhancing export competitiveness. MSMEs’ Contribution to India’s Export Growth MSME exports…