Indian Express 20- December-2023 1. NEW LESSONS, NEW QUESTIONS Topic: GS2 – Education This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of socio-economic issues, government policies, and the impact of various factors on the overall development of the country. Context: The Right to Free and Compulsory…
The Hindu Editorial 20-December-2023 1. The deep import of the Article 370 verdict. Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Indian Constitution – Amendments UPSC relevance: Examines Supreme Court’s Jammu and Kashmir judgment, crucial for constitutional, security, and democratic implications in India. Context: The Supreme Court’s judgment on the 2019 presidential orders in Jammu and Kashmir has…
Daily Current Affairs 20-December-2023 1. Karnataka to reduce burden of school bags by 50%. Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education UPSC Significance: Textbook reduction initiative reflects education policy evolution, addressing school bag burdens, and enhancing learning environments for students. Context: The Karnataka government aims to alleviate the school bag burden by halving textbooks for classes…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 20-December -2023 1. Soil Health Management and Soil Health Card Schemes Topic: GS2 – Governance – Interventions for development in various sectors Critical for UPSC: India’s Soil Health Card Scheme integration with RKVY enhances sustainable agriculture, impacting millions through informed soil management. Context: The Government of India, through the Soil Health Card Schemes,…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…