1. Delegates and Members of World Heritage Committee Visit Monuments and World Heritage Sites in and around Delhi (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2038168 ) Topic: GS1 – History – Indian Culture – Architecture Context During the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting in New Delhi (July 21-31, 2024), delegates explored local heritage sites during a day off. They…
1. Recasting care models for mental illness, homelessness (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context The article discusses evolving approaches to supporting homeless persons with mental illness (HPMI) in India. It critiques traditional rescue and institutional models, highlights progressive efforts like the integration of emergency…
1. ‘Secret changes have been made to draft Broadcasting Bill’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF) has criticised secret changes to the draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, which consulted only selective industry representatives….
1. After Budget, the challenges (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: The article discusses the Union Budget 2024-25, focusing on the challenges facing the Indian economy, such as global economic uncertainty and inflation. It highlights the government’s efforts to maintain fiscal stability, manage rising…
1. A new push in the Bay of Bengal (Source – The Hindu, Editorial- Page No. -06) Topic: GS2 – International Relation Context The articles discusses about the importance of BIMSTEC for India’s foreign policy, especially in the context of its Neighbourhood First and Act East policy highlighting the importance of regional cooperation. Analysis of…
Q1) The Indian constitution is unique in the sense that it not only creates a limited government but also establishes a welfare state. Explain with suitable examples. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Indian Constitution not only enables Indian democracy by defining various organs of government but also by defining their powers. Constitution sets broader limits…
1. Inclusion of Maidams as the UNESCO World Heritage Site is a Great Moment of Pride & Glory for the People of Assam: Shri Sarbananda Sonowal (Source https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2037734 ) Topic: GS1 – Art and culture Context The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, & Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, welcomes the inclusion of Maidams of Charaideo as…
1. Supreme Court Extends Stay on UP Police Notice Requiring Shops on Kanwar Yatra Route to Display Owners’ Names (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 18) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Issues arising out of their design & implementation. Context: The Supreme Court extended its order from July 22, which had “prohibited…
1. Budget hits and misses (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: The Union Budget presented recently was highly anticipated as it was expected to lay out a roadmap for the country’s growth and development. The main question that arises is whether the Budget met…
1. The Karnataka Bill is a symptom of a larger problem (Source – The Hindu, Editorial- Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context The article discusses about the controversy surrounding the The Karnataka state Employment of Local Candidates in the Industries, Factories and Other Establishments Bill, 2024’. The article discusses the underlying issues of…