24 August 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) Describe the concept of loss and damage and evaluate its relevance in ensuring climate equity. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS “Loss and damage” can be defined as irreversible economic and non-economic costs being incurred from climate-fuelled weather extremes or impacts. COP-27 has set up a Loss and Damage Fund to deliver vital support to those…
24 August 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
 1. President of India graces first National Space Day Celebration (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2048035 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, celebrated National Space Day on August 23, 2024, honouring ISRO’s achievements, including the Chandrayaan-3 landing. She highlighted space exploration’s impact, private sector growth, and future challenges like…
24 August 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. India Denies Role in Bangladesh Floods, Clarifies No Water Release from Tripura Dam (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS1 – Geography Context: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India clarified that the recent floods in eastern Bangladesh were not caused by the release of water from…
24 August 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. The road to 2047 for Indian agriculture (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047 hinges on transforming its agricultural sector through sustainable practices, technological innovations, and strategic government initiatives. Addressing challenges like climate change and food…
24 August 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. Death of a reform (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 14) Topic: GS2– Governance Context: The article highlights the failure of the lateral entry scheme, an initiative designed to revitalize India’s bureaucratic system by introducing external talent into government service. The scheme, introduced by the Modi government, aimed to bring in professionals…
23 August 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) What role does wetland play in expanding the framework of sustainable development? What are the challenges faced by wetland ecosystem? Discuss the corrective steps required for their effective conservation. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Wetlands are a distinct ecosystem of land areas saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally. Examples include mangroves, peatlands, marshes,…
23 August 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
 1. India and the United States discusses advancements in Energy Collaboration Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2047766 ) Context Union Minister for Power Shri Manohar Lal and US Senior Advisor John Podesta discussed enhancing bilateral energy cooperation. Key areas included grid modernization, boosting India’s manufacturing capacity, energy storage, and high-efficiency…
23 August 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. India, Poland formulate action plan, upgrade ties to strategic partnership (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context During his visit to Poland, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk elevated bilateral ties to a strategic partnership. They…
23 August 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. Building on favourable change in the 2024 waqf Bill (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee, faces criticism for granting excess powers to District Magistrates and weakening waqf property protections. However, it introduces…