1. From aid to trade   (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s state visit to India, emphasizing renewed bilateral cooperation to strengthen economic, trade, and regional partnerships in South Asia.  Sri Lanka’s President Visits India: Strengthening Bilateral Ties…
1. Formulate policy to manage sacred groves, SC tells govt. (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to develop a policy for managing sacred groves across India, recognizing their cultural and ecological importance. These forests, traditionally protected by local…
1. PM-DAKSH YOJANA (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2085557®=3&lang=1 ) Context The PM-DAKSH Scheme aims to enhance the skills of marginalized groups, including SC, OBC, DNT, EWS, and Safai Karamcharis, for better employability. Launched with a budget of Rs. 450 crores for five years, the scheme targets training 2.71 lakh candidates. As of 2023-24, 1.55 lakh candidates have…
1. Doubling the income of farmers (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2085183®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context The article discusses the Government of India’s efforts in the agricultural sector through various schemes aimed at increasing production and providing income support. It highlights the budgetary allocations, key programs, and initiatives like the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) to address…
Q1) While the judiciary has played an active role in protecting the rights of citizens and ensuring social freedoms, it has often come at a cost of an unhealthy asymmetry among institutions in the country. Examine and give suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS: Indian judiciary has played a pivotal role in protecting the rights…
1. Private aviation is releasing more than its ‘fair share’ of emissions (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context The aviation sector is among the top global emitters of greenhouse gases, with private jets having a significantly higher per-passenger carbon footprint….
1. Closing the Gulf circle    (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Modi’s visit to Kuwait highlights India’s expanding diplomatic ties with the Gulf, aligning with regional shifts and strategic priorities.  Historic Context and Significance of the Visit Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Kuwait marks the…
1. The legal gaps in India’s unregulated AI surveillance (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context India’s growing AI-powered surveillance infrastructure, including facial recognition systems and AI satellites, raises significant privacy and constitutional concerns. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023, while addressing…