Q1) While there remains a widespread optimism about the future of the India-U.S. partnership, relations are considerably more fragile than they might appear. Do you agree? Justify using examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: India and the USA share a close cultural, strategic, economic, and military relationship. Although initially, the two sides look at each…
1. Atmanirbhar at sea (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security GS2 – International Relations Context On January 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi officiated a historic triple commissioning of three naval platforms—INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vagsheer—in Mumbai. This unprecedented event reflects…
1. An alliance of democracies with India at its core (Source – The Hindu, Editorial – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article emphasizes the need for stronger collaboration between Europe and India to address global challenges, focusing on trade, defense, technology, and geopolitical dynamics. It advocates forming a democratic…
1. PM to distribute over 65 lakh property cards to property owners under SVAMITVA Scheme on 18th January (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2093538®=3&lang=1) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Initiatives Context On January 18, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 65 lakh property cards under the SVAMITVA Scheme to property owners in 50,000+ villages across 230…
1. Phased Ceasefire in Gaza: Prisoner Swaps, Military Withdrawals, and Fragile Progress Toward Stability (Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context A phased ceasefire deal was brokered in Doha, Qatar, aiming to address the Gaza conflict. Analysis of the news: Phased Ceasefire and Exchange…
Q1) “Despite the promise of a robust collaboration, India and the European Union (EU) continue to fall short of realizing their full potential of their strategic partnership”. Critically analyse. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: Following the launch of the EU-India Strategic Partnership in 2004, the Joint Action Plan in 2005 and the start of negotiations on…
1. The red flag as China’s expansionist strategy rolls on (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context India faces Chinese aggression through territorial claims and hydropower projects, threatening sovereignty, regional stability, and water security. Chinese Aggression Along the India-China Border Transboundary Water…
1. Startup and go (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context India’s startup ecosystem has experienced unprecedented growth, evolving from a nascent phase into the world’s third-largest hub for innovation and entrepareneurship. Analysis of the news: The Remarkable Growth of India’s Startup Ecosystem…
1. With 1.59 lakh startups, India is now world’s 3rd largest startup ecosystem (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2093125®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Initiatives Context January 16, 2025, marks nine years of the Startup India initiative, which began in 2016. The day is celebrated as National Startup Day to honor the progress India has made…