Q1) Although accountability does not start and end with audit, it emphasises the need to fix responsibility for healthy governance”. In the light of this statement, evaluate the role of CAG in meeting the challenges of improving governance and extracting executive accountability. (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: The Comptroller and Auditor General is the constitutional body…
1. New undersea cables to boost India’s digital connectivity (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context India is expanding its undersea cable network with the India Asia Xpress (IAX) and India Europe Xpress (IEX) systems, enhancing connectivity with Asia and Europe. This reflects…
1. JAM(Jan Dhan, Aadhar, Mobile)TRINITY and digital revolution: A Decade of Financial Inclusion, Transparency and Corruption Free India (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2086611®=3&lang=1 ) Context The JAM Trinity (Jan Dhan Yojana, Aadhar, and Mobile) has transformed financial inclusion and transparency in India by providing direct benefits to citizens and promoting digital transactions. It has empowered marginalized groups…
1. A chance to strike gold during the Kuwait visit (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Kuwait, the first in 43 years, aims to strengthen India-Kuwait ties by addressing untapped potential in trade, energy, and strategic partnerships. Kuwait…
1. Two steps forward, one step back (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article analyzes the contrasting diplomatic approaches and evolving dynamics in the India-China relationship, highlighting India’s declining expectations and China’s strategic patience in boundary negotiations. Diverging Approaches to Diplomatic Communication Indian and Chinese…
Q1) The Civil Society Organisations could play a meaningful role strengthening the democracy; however, they have often succumbed to parochial interests. Do you agree? Justify with suitable arguments. (150 Words/10 Marks) Answer: Civil society organization (CSO) is an umbrella term used for voluntary, non-profit organizations working outside the ambit of government for general public welfare…
1. The bridge to Moscow (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights the pivotal role of the India-Russia relationship in stabilizing global power dynamics and fostering a balanced international order in 2025. Great Power Dynamics in 2025 The foreign policy landscape of 2025 is…
1. Should legislatures in India have fixed tenures? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, proposes aligning the tenures of the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies to a fixed five-year term. It aims to streamline elections…
1. Disability and queer health in medical education — India under the lens (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context India’s National Medical Commission (NMC) faces criticism for excluding disability and queer rights in its curriculum, impacting marginalized communities. Globally, these issues remain underrepresented in…