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…
Q1) While the Emergency of 1975 was touted as seminal for national security and unity by some, the critics paint it as the darkest phase of Post Independent India. Discuss. What insights and lessons did emergency provide for the country? ANS Emergency under Article 352 of the constitution gives extraordinary power to the central government…
1. DRDO & IIT Delhi develop ABHED Light Weight Bullet Proof Jackets (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2058645®=3&lang=1 ) Context The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and IIT Delhi have developed lightweight bulletproof jackets named ABHED, utilising advanced materials to meet high threat levels. These jackets are designed for enhanced protection while ensuring compliance with the Indian…
1. Democracy’s blind eye (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2– International Relations Context: The article criticizes the international community’s complicity in enabling Israel’s disproportionate military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, warning of moral, strategic, and geopolitical consequences. The International System’s License to Israel Israel’s Strategic Myopia The Role of Iran…
1. The misplaced move of ‘one nation one election’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The article discusses the proposal of simultaneous elections in India, examining its political, constitutional, and financial implications. It critiques the impact on federalism, savings in election expenses, and the…
1. Assam Government to Implement Key Recommendations of Clause 6 Committee, Constitutional Amendments Pending (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 15) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: The Assam government has initiated the implementation of 52 recommendations from the Clause 6 Committee of the Assam Accord, while deferring key provisions requiring constitutional amendments. Analysis of News:  …