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19 Dec 2023 : Indian Express

Indian Express 19- December-2023 1. A climate for change Topic: GS3 – Environment This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of Climate Change Mitigation and Renewable Energy. Context: Recent international gatherings, such as COP28 in Dubai, have brought attention to the necessity of a worldwide…

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19 December 2023 : The Hindu Editorial Notes PDF

The Hindu Editorial 19-December-2023 1. A blow for the rights of the legislature, in law making Topic: GS2 – Indian polity- Executive- Governor Crucial for UPSC mains as it covers constitutional nuances, federal principles, Governor’s powers, and the legal intricacies of bill assent. Context: In a landmark judgment, CJI Chandrachud creatively interprets Article 200, limiting Governor’s…

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19 Dec 2023 : PIB

PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 19-December -2023 1. STEPS TAKEN TO INCREASE STEEL PRODUCTION IN THE COUNTRY. Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Mobilisation of Resources Importance of this topic lies in its multidimensional nature – encompassing economic development, governance, trade policies, environmental sustainability. Context: The article highlights government measures to boost steel production, covering policies like DMI&SP…

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19 Dec 2023 : Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs 19-December-2023 1. New Parliament, new record: 78 Opp MPs suspended, highest in a day; total now 92 Topic: GS2 – Polity  This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of rules for the Suspension of MPs. Context: The maximum number of Opposition Members…

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18 Dec 2023 : Indian Express

Indian Express 18- December-2023 1. Assam Rifles plans op changes for deployment on LAC, if required Topic: GS3 – Border Management This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of border security and security forces. Context: The Assam Rifles is planning critical operational changes so that it…

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18 Dec 2023 : Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs 18-December-2023 1. Global coal demand likely to decline 2.3% by 2026: IEA. Topic: GS2 – Energy Security – Non-Fossil Fuels Energy. UPSC questions on this topic encourage broader discussions about the advantages of non-fossil fuel energy for sustainability, the specific challenges and opportunities faced by India, and the global implications of transitioning away…

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18 December 2023 : The Hindu Editorial Notes PDF

The Hindu Editorial 18-December-2023 1. An uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights Act. Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors. While the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination often features questions related to the Forest Rights Act, the UPSC Mains rarely delves into specific legislation unless it forms part…

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18 Dec 2023 : PIB

PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 18-December -2023 1. India has witnessed investment of over Rs.1,000 crore in Space Startups in last nine months of the current financial year from April to December 2023, says Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh. Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology – Developing New Technology – Space Directly asking about space startups might be…