1. India Seeks Renegotiation of Indus Waters Treaty Amidst Rising Tensions with Pakistan (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 18) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: India has issued a second formal notice to Pakistan seeking a “review and modification” of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). This action indicates India’s intent to renegotiate the 64-year-old…
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Q1) The Arab-Israeli conflict should be understood as a product of both internal dynamics and the outcome of manipulative strategies employed by imperial powers. Comment. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS The Arab-Israeli conflict refers to the long drawn political, religious and military conflict in the Middle East region between Arab nations and Israel. The conflict has…
1. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches ‘SUBHADRA’ – the largest women-centric scheme in Bhubaneswar, Odisha (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2055572 ) Context The SUBHADRA scheme, launched by the Government of Odisha, aims to provide Rs. 50,000 over 5 years to women aged 21-60. It supports financial empowerment through direct bank transfers, linked with RBI’s digital currency…
1. Reaping the silver dividend (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– Social Justice – Health Context: The article discusses the Indian government’s extension of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) to cover elderly adults, analyzing its potential impact on healthcare access and financial protection, while highlighting its…
1. The continuing distribution of the death penalty (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Aparajita Woman and Child (West Bengal Criminal Laws Amendment) Bill, 2024 introduces the death penalty for rape. The effectiveness of capital punishment as a deterrent remains debated, raising concerns…
1. Western and Southern States Lead Economic Growth, West Bengal Faces Sharp Decline: EAC-PM Report (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The article analyzes regional economic disparities in India from 1960-61 to 2023-24, highlighting strong growth in Western and Southern states while West Bengal experiences a continuous decline…
Q1) How did the British education policy in colonial India fuel the rise of Indian nationalism instead of achieving its intended purpose of perpetuating Indian subjugation? (150 Words/10 Marks) Ans The British education policy in India aimed to serve the vested colonial interests. The British education policy subjugated Indians further, as can be seen from:…
1. Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman to launch NPS Vatsalya Scheme on September 18, 2024 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2055393 ) Context The NPS Vatsalya scheme, launching on September 18, 2024, aims to enhance early financial planning for children. Spearheaded by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, it offers flexible investment options, reflecting the Government’s commitment to long-term…