1. Relook at Dhaka (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2– International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: The article discusses the significant political upheaval in Bangladesh, marked by the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the subsequent rise of an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. It…
1. Disinformation, AI and ‘cyber chakravyuh’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 –  Science and Technology Context The article discusses the evolving security threats in 2024, emphasising the dangers posed by AI and cyber attacks. It highlights the risks of disinformation, deep fakes, and cyber…
Q1) Explain Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF). Also, discuss GLOF mitigation strategy with special reference to National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guidelines. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) is a catastrophic flood created when water dammed by a glacier or a moraine is released suddenly. This sudden discharge of a large volume…
1. Union Cabinet Approves Clean Plant Programme to Boost Horticulture Yield and Quality in India (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Clean Plant Programme (CPP) to boost the yield, productivity, and quality of horticulture crops in India. Analysis of News:    About CPP Key…
 1. PM releases 109 high yielding, climate resilient and biofortified varieties of crops (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2044302 ) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context On August 11, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient and biofortified crop varieties at the India Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi. This initiative highlights the government’s focus on enhancing…
1. Three neighbourhood questions (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– International Relations – India and its neighbourhood Context: The article discusses recent setbacks in India’s foreign and security policies in its immediate neighborhood, particularly in Bangladesh, the Maldives, and Afghanistan. The article also highlights the need for introspection, better coordination…
1. A nutrition strategy would have averted Olympic agony (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The disqualification of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat at the Paris Olympics 2024 underscores a significant gap in the Indian sports support system. It highlights the critical need…
Q1) Discuss the natural and anthropogenic factors behind incidents of land subsidence. Suggest counter-measures to contain such incidents. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Land subsidence is a gradual settling or sudden sinking of the Earth’s surface because of underground material movement. Land subsidence may happen owing to various natural and anthropogenic factors: Natural causes: Activity along…