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7 October 2024 : Daily Answer Writing

1. “Empowering women is the key to control population growth”. Discuss  (150 words/10m) ANS “The empowerment of women is the most effective tool for development,” as said by Kofi Annan. One of the main issues facing our contemporary civilization is population growth. Indiscriminate population increase has both short-term and long-term effects. There are several ways…

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7 October 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

1. Rs 1,000 cr earmarked for Venture Fund to Space StartUps, says union Minister Jitendra Singh (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2062671&reg=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Indian government has announced significant developments in the space sector, highlighting a dramatic rise in private sector involvement and startup growth. This initiative aims to strengthen India’s position…

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7 October 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Stories Of Health And Hope (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2- Governance Context: Recently, the scheme was extended to include ASHA and Anganwadi workers and all citizens aged 70 and above, irrespective of their socioeconomic status. This extension addresses the healthcare needs of approximately 37 lakh workers and 6…

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7 October 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

1. A three-tier war in West Asia with no endgame (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article discusses the escalating conflict in West Asia following a deadly Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023. It critiques Israel’s military response, its attempt to reshape…

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7 October 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

1. Muizzu to meet Modi, request India’s support over looming economic crisis (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s state visit to India comes amid a looming economic crisis and significant debt repayments. During his talks with Prime…

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5 October 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

1. India’s Renewable Energy Boom: Job Creation and Sustainable Growth (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2061902&reg=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Context In 2023, India’s renewable energy sector achieved a significant milestone by creating approximately 1.02 million jobs, reflecting its commitment to sustainable energy. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) highlights India’s growing…

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5 October 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

1. Kerala urgently needs to identify risk zones (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Disaster and disaster management Context The article discusses the increasing vulnerability of Kerala to natural disasters, particularly landslides and floods, due to unplanned development, climate change, and environmental degradation It emphasises the need…

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5 October 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Feeling the heat      (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS1- Climate Change GS3– Indian Economy Context: A few years ago, rainfall and reservoir levels were highlighted as crucial factors in predicting India’s food production and inflation. However, a deeper analysis now shows that temperatures provide a more accurate forecast of…