29 June 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) “The attainment of political independence in 1947 was a watershed moment in Indian history, but it did not mean an end to the struggles for economic and cultural freedom.” Discuss. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, lived over two and a half thousand years ago in ancient India. The Buddha’s…
29 June 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. South African Researchers Inject Radioactive Material into Rhino Horns to Combat Poaching (Source: Indian Express; Section: The World) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation Context: Researchers in South Africa have begun a unique initiative to combat rhino poaching by injecting radioactive material into rhino horns. This project aims to use existing radiation detection systems…
29 June 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
1. Prime Minister congratulates H.E António Costa on being elected as President of the European Council (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2029399 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated António Costa on his election as the next President of the European Council. Modi expressed anticipation for enhancing the India-EU Strategic Partnership under Costa’s…
29 June 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. The GST Council must not lose sight of broader reforms (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity, GS3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to mobilisation of resources. Context The GST Council recently met after a nine-month hiatus, introducing significant tax relief measures, procedural simplifications,…
29 June 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. Why the hurry? (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies: Interventions for development in various sectors Context: As we stand at the brink of new criminal laws coming into effect on July 1, confusion looms over the administration of justice. While there are some beneficial…
28 June 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) “The attainment of political independence in 1947 was a watershed moment in Indian history, but it did not mean an end to the struggles for economic and cultural freedom.” Discuss. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS The political independence gained by India in 1947 refers to the end of the colonial rule in the country which…
28 June 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. India and U.S. in talks for Stryker infantry vehicles (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International relations – Bilateral Relations Context India and the U.S. are in early discussions about co-producing Stryker infantry vehicles and Javelin anti-tank missiles, enhancing defence collaboration. Progress is also noted in…
28 June 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
1. High Speed Expendable Aerial Target ‘ABHYAS’ successfully completes developmental trials with improved booster configuration (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2029196 ) Topic: GS2 – Science and Technology – Indigenization of technology Context DRDO’s ABHYAS, a high-speed expendable aerial target, completed six consecutive developmental trials at Chandipur, Odisha. These tests validated its enhanced capabilities, including improved radar cross-section…