1. Three solutions for clean air (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 09) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The article addresses Delhi’s severe air pollution crisis, its causes, and proposed multi-faceted solutions involving policy reforms, technological interventions, and sustainable practices. The Crisis of Air Pollution in Delhi Understanding the Sources of Pollution Delhi’s…
1. India’s urban infrastructure financing, needs and reality (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context India’s urban population is set to double over the next three decades, requiring ₹70 lakh crore for infrastructure development by 2036. However, stagnant municipal finances, inefficient tax collection,…
1. Global Push to End Plastic Pollution: Nations Meet in Korea for Final Treaty Negotiations (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The article discusses the ongoing negotiations among 170 nations to finalize a legally binding global treaty to combat plastic pollution and its environmental and health impacts. Analysis of…
Q1) Moral behaviour is not only good for the community in which one is a part but also for the individuals who profess it. Comment. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Morality is an individual’s sense of right and wrong. Moral behaviour means conducting oneself after evaluating the moral consequences of an action. Moral behaviour is…
1. CULMINATION OF PAN-INDIA COASTAL DEFENCE EXERCISE – ‘SEA VIGIL 24’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2076147®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context Sea Vigil 24, a Pan-India Coastal Defence Exercise, demonstrated India’s dedication to maritime security through multi-agency participation and community engagement. It highlighted enhanced coordination, asset deployment, and grassroots awareness to strengthen India’s Coastal Defence…
1. Zone of Containment    (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The article highlights the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), global and national efforts to combat it, and the need for sustained actions, governance, and investments to address the…
1. Understanding the changing face of extremist violence (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context  extends to India’s experience with both left-wing and right-wing extremist movements. Introduction: Conflicts Eclipsing Other Forms of Violence The RAND Study and Its Relevance Post-Independence Extremism in India  Rise…
1. A lake ecosystem gasping for breath (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context Ashtamudi Lake, a Ramsar site in Kerala, faces severe pollution from untreated sewage, plastic waste, and sedimentation. This has led to biodiversity loss, algal blooms, and declining…
Q.1) Family plays a prominent role in the value development of an individual. Elucidate. Also, examine the impact of the changing nature of families on children’s moral development. (150 Words/10 Marks)