1. Indigenous HPV vaccine, the rhetoric and the reality (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The controversy over HPV vaccination in India questions its efficacy in preventing cervical cancer amidst declining global trends. The introduction of the indigenous ‘Cervavac’ by the Serum…
1. TRADE POLICY NEEDS A RESET (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2– International Relations – Important International institutions, agencies and fora – their structure, mandate. Context: India’s resistance to the expansion of the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) negotiation agenda in domains such as e-commerce, trade, climate change, and investment facilitation…
Q1) “The changing nature of revolutionary extremism in the Indian national movement reflected a broader shift in political consciousness.” Substantiate. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Revolutionary extremism refers to a political or social ideology that advocates for radical and revolutionary changes to the existing scheme of things. The Indian national movement was characterized by various forms…
1. New private investment plans slumped to 20-year low in Q1 (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy. Context India’s private capital expenditure reached a 20-year low in the April-to-June quarter, with just ₹44,300 crore in new investments. This slump contrasts sharply with previous quarters and…
1. DoT announces Call for Proposals: Quantum Standardization and Testing Labs (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2031358 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Science and Technology Context The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) invites proposals for “Quantum Standardization and Testing Labs” to advance quantum technologies in India. Aimed at setting benchmarks and validating quantum communication systems, this initiative…
1. A law around low-carbon climate resilient development (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The Supreme Court of India’s recent ruling recognized a right to be free from the adverse impacts of climate change, grounded in constitutional rights to life and equality….
1. A BEND IN THE RIVER (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS2– International Relations – Agreements involving India or affecting India’s interests. Context: The 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) between India and Pakistan is a significant transboundary water-sharing mechanism. Despite its historic importance, disagreements persist. Recently, India called for amendments…
Q1) When it comes to Indian culture, few symbols are as enduring and ubiquitous as the elephant and the lotus. Elaborate this statement with examples. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Symbols are an integral element of the Indian culture and have spiritual, mythological, and representational significance. In India’s rich and diverse cultural background, the importance of…