1. Remove obstacles in the country’s research ecosystem, says Modi (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education, GS3 – Science and Technology Context Prime Minister Modi chaired the first meeting of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation’s Governing Board, emphasising innovation in India’s research ecosystem….
1. Peace & its possibilities (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2– International Relations Context: The article discusses the evolving peace diplomacy surrounding the Ukraine conflict as it enters its third year. The Growing Incentives for Peace in Ukraine India’s Peace Diplomacy: Possibilities and Limitations The Role of U.S. Politics in…
1. UAE-India ties are rooted in affinity, trust and respect (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context The recent visit of the UAE Crown Prince to India highlighted the enduring ties between the two nations, symbolised by the planting of trees at…
Q1) Gendered attitudes convert differences in sexes into discriminations. Examine the factors responsible for negative attitudes toward women in the Indian society. How can these attitudes be changed? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Attitude is a learned, enduring predisposition to act toward an attitude object. A gendered attitude converts the biological differences between sexes into social…
1. Five Successful Years of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2053142 ) Context Launched on September 12, 2019, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) has completed five years, providing a monthly pension of Rs. 3,000 to Small and Marginal Farmers upon turning 60. With 23.38 lakh farmers enrolled, the scheme’s significant…
1. India, UAE ink pact for civil nuclear cooperation (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context India and the UAE have signed a landmark MoU for civil nuclear cooperation, marking their first such agreement. This follows a trilateral initiative with France and…
1. The audacity of a mission (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– Governance – Government Policies Context: The article discusses the impact of India’s Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM), launched in 2014 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on public health and sanitation. Introduction: SBM’s Landmark Achievements The Vision: A Bold Commitment…
1. Regulatory reform stuck in a loop in Health Ministry (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The article discusses India’s ineffective regulatory framework for pharmaceuticals, focusing on drug recall guidelines, good distribution practices, and confusing brand names. Despite repeated calls for reform…
Q1) In this hyperconnected and morally interdependent world, the most important thing we can share is trustworthiness.” Why is trustworthiness important? In what ways can it be imbibed in an individual? (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Trustworthiness is a moral value which is considered to be a virtue of the highest order in an individual. A…