1. INDIAN OCEAN RIM ASSOCIATION SEMINAR (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2059304®=3&lang=1 ) Context The second IORA seminar on Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing took place at Goa’s Naval War College, focusing on its economic, environmental, and security impacts. Delegates from 17 IORA countries discussed strategies to counter IUU fishing in the Indian Ocean. Indian Ocean Rim…
1. Some hard land questions  (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2– Governance Context: The article discusses the complex legal and institutional challenges in India’s land governance system, emphasizing the need for comprehensive reforms beyond technological solutions like digitization to unlock the country’s economic and social development potential. Introduction: India’s Complex…
1. Keep the fire of the self-respect movement going (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS1 – Modern Indian History Context The Self-Respect Movement, initiated in 1925 by Periyar, promoted social justice, rationalism, and women’s rights, challenging caste-based oppression. It emphasised self-respect marriages, women’s autonomy, and intersectionality. In today’s…
1. Global Trade Tensions Escalate as US and India Respond to China’s Export Surge Amid Domestic Slowdown   (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy GS2 – International Relations Context: A significant hike in US tariffs, including a 100% duty on electric vehicles (EVs) from China, along with steep tariffs…
Q1) Mangroves play a significant role in coastal ecology and economy. Examine. Also, elaborate the reasons behind the accelerated destruction of the mangrove habitat. (250 Words/15 Marks)
1. Secretary, Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi chairs a review meeting of United Nations World Food Programme- Country Programme Advisory Committee (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2058889®=3&lang=1 ) Context The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (DA&FW) reviewed the implementation of the Country Strategic Plan (CSP) 2023-2027, in partnership with the UN World Food Programme. The plan focuses on food…
1. A LEGAL VOID (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS2– International Relations, GS3 – Indian Economy Context: The article highlights India’s lack of a dedicated legal framework to address national security risks posed by foreign direct investment (FDI) and international trade, especially concerning Chinese investments. The Debate on Chinese Foreign…
1. An opportunity to rethink India’s pension system (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies – Issues arising out of their design & implementation. Context India’s pension system has evolved from the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) to the New Pension Scheme (NPS), shifting retirement…
1. Storms brewing in East, South China seas (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Maritime East Asia has become a hotspot for power struggles, with China asserting territorial claims in the East and South China Seas. Regional countries, backed by the U.S., are responding…