1.  To get back on track (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors Context: The Indian Railways has once again come under scrutiny following a tragic accident on June 16 near Siliguri, West Bengal, where a…
1. Negotiation for peace (Source: The Hindu; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS2 – International relations– Global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Context: Recently, a Ukraine Peace summit took place where India opted out of Ukraine declaration with six other nations. This article delves into various shortcomings and successes of…
1. DoT announces two significant calls for proposals aimed at catalyzing innovation and technological advancement in the telecommunications sector (Source –https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2025988) Topic: GS3 –  Science and Technology Context Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced two proposals: 5G Intelligent Village and Quantum Encryption Algorithm (QEA), which aimed to catalyse innovation and technological advancement in the telecom sector….
Q1) Good governance is based on the rule of law which itself is situated on a strong ethical foundation. In this light, discuss the importance of ethics for good governance. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Good governance implies efficient and effective governance system which protects the citizen interests and maintains trust in the social contract…
1. Kerala Migration Survey 2023: Surge in Returnees, Shift in Destinations, and Rising Female Emigration (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies– Interventions for development in various sectors Context: The Kerala Migration Survey (KMS) 2023 report, released in Thiruvananthapuram, provides a comprehensive overview of migration patterns in Kerala. Conducted…
1. Bharat’s way in the world (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: After Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s engagements with the G7 outreach summit on the Adriatic coast of Italy, it has become evident that a fractured and fragile world is looking towards India and its leadership with…
1. Government looks at tax rate cut to boost demand Topic: GS3– Government Budgeting Context: There is a decrease in the demand in the economy that triggers the vicious cycle, thereby decreasing investment and employment. This calls for taking measures to boost the economy. There are two options available: first is increasing welfare spending, and second…
Q1) Administrative accountability is necessary to regulate administrative discretion. What do you mean by administrative accountability? What kind of mechanisms are available for ensuring the accountability of the administrator ANS Administrative accountability means an institutionalised mechanism (legal and procedural) through which public servants are bound to the following three elements of governance: 1. Answerability: The…