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…
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…
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…
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…
1. Reasi and the ‘years-old’ issue of cross-border terror (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International relations – Bilateral relations, GS3 – Internal Security – Role of external state and non-state actors. Context The Reasi terrorist attack on June 9, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third…
1. Big reforms push (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: In most advanced economies, the annual budget is a routine event with minimal impact on the public discourse. However, in emerging markets like India, the budget presentation holds significant importance. This tradition, inherited…
Importance of February Edition – Food Storage Infrastructure 1. Shaping Sustainable Food Systems with Storage Infrastructure – A Path way to Viksit Bharat Overview of Indian Agriculture Vision for Development: Viksit Bharat by 2047 Challenges of Food Loss and Waste Government Initiatives and Policies Current Status of Food Grain Production and Storage Capacity Government Efforts…
Q1) “Without the participation and contributions of women, the Indian national movement could not have achieved the successes it did.” In this perspective, analyze the role of women in the Indian national movement. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Indian national movement refers to the freedom struggle waged by the people of India against the despotic colonial…