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23 December 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC

1. Key Health Indicators reflect India’s Progress (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2087048&reg=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context India has made significant strides in healthcare access and equity through initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and Mission Indradhanush, aiming for Universal Health Coverage. These programs have improved health outcomes, including reduced mortality rates and enhanced immunization…

24 December 2024  : Daily Answer Writing
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24 December 2024 : Daily Answer Writing

Q1) The government needs to evolve its approach with the NGOs, moving beyond mere regulation to forming a collaborative partnership aimed at enhancing the country’s development process. Elucidate.   (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: Non-governmental organization (NGO) is a group that functions independently of any government with the objective of improving social conditions. They are established…

24 December 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
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24 December 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

1. Envisioning India as a global skill supplier (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Indian Economy Context The article discusses India’s potential to contribute to the global job market through skilled labor migration. It highlights the need for a comprehensive policy framework to…

24 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
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24 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

 1. India’s reliance on China for critical minerals (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations,  GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s dependency on China for critical minerals poses significant challenges to its economic and national security. With China dominating mineral reserves, processing, and refining, India’s vulnerability…

24 December 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
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24 December 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Traditional with modern       (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article emphasizes the global need for people-centric, efficient governance, drawing from India’s innovations and traditional principles to address modern challenges. The Need for People-Oriented Governance The seemingly unrelated events of US President-elect Donald Trump’s decision…

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23 December 2024 : Daily Answer Writing

Q1) Discuss the role of the Securities and Exchange Board of India in ensuring the integrity of the markets and protecting the interests of the investors. (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: SEBI is statutory body constituted under the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act (1992) to regulate the capital market of India. It is entrusted…

23 December 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
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23 December 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Farms as sites of nurturing    (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context The article emphasizes the need for the Union Budget 2025-26 to prioritize policies that enhance agricultural productivity, sustainability, and farmer welfare while addressing climate resilience and market reforms. Enhancing Agricultural Productivity and Resilience The Union…

23 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
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23 December 2024 : Daily Current Affairs

1. In big update, minimum possible mass of dark matter particles revised (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Recent studies have revised the minimum mass of dark matter particles, suggesting a higher threshold than previously thought. This finding, based on the analysis of…

23 December 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
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23 December 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

1. The global warming fight has a challenge for India (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS1 – Geography – Climate Change, GS3 – Environment Context The COP29 conference highlighted the challenges of global climate negotiations amidst political shifts and increasing environmental urgency. Developed nations and the EU are…