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…
1. Dividing a culture (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS1 – History – Indian Culture Context The division of cultural artefacts between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, including Buddha relics and historical manuscripts, follows the bifurcation plan post-Hyderabad’s status change. This process aims to distribute heritage based on acquisition…
1. Uneducating our young (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 09) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context: The analysis critiques the National Education Policy (NEP) in India, focusing on three main issues: Structural Problems: The NEP’s credit-based system aims for standardization and mobility but undermines traditional focused learning environments. Content Dilution: The…
1. Reimagining Indian federalism (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Federal Structure Context The article critiques the present government’s tendency of centralization of power and challenges to India’s federal structure. The article also addresses regional concerns over demographic shifts and fiscal imbalances, emphasising the…
1. “300 women Scientists to get research grants for 3 years under CSIR- ASPIRE scheme” says Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education, GS2 – Governance – Government policies Context Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister, highlighted India’s strides in science and technology, emphasising women scientists’ support, sustainable bio-economy initiatives, and…
Q1) ‘The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything.’ (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Kant defined evil as human beings’ tendency to act against the universal moral law. The outcome of one’s natural tendency, or innate propensity, towards evil are actions or “deeds” that…
1. Do coalition governments slow down the economic reforms agenda? Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses the impact of coalition governments on India’s economic reforms and policy-making. It contrasts the performance and decision-making processes of coalition versus single-party governments, highlighting the benefits and challenges of coalition politics in fostering stable and inclusive policy…
1. G7 Leaders Agree on $50 Billion Loan Plan for Ukraine Using Frozen Russian Assets (Source: Indian Express; Section: The World) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies reached a landmark agreement to provide $50 billion in loans for Ukraine, using interest generated from Russian sovereign assets frozen…
1. Ministry of Textiles approved Startups in Technical Textiles to boost innovation: Textiles Secretary Topic: GS2 – Governance GS3 – Science and Technology Context The Ministry of Textiles’ approval of startups under the GREAT scheme aims to boost innovation and sustainability in India’s technical textiles sector. This initiative, part of the National Technical Textiles Mission,…