1. Foundational values, the journey of the Indian state (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The article reflects on India’s constitutional journey – examining challenges in federalism, social democracy, and the need to safeguard foundational democratic values. Introduction and the Importance of the Constitution…
1. India’s winding road to ‘#EndTB’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The article discusses challenges faced by India in achieving its End TB targets due to high global TB burden, drug-resistant cases, and systemic healthcare gaps. Tuberculosis: A Global and National…
1. China’s moves must recast India’s critical minerals push (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context This article discusses China’s strategic use of critical mineral export controls, highlighting their global implications. It also examines India’s challenges and reforms in developing its critical mineral sector. China’s…
1. Time to seize the promise of the U.S.-India nuclear deal (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The U.S.-India civil nuclear deal, finalized in 2008, aimed to enhance bilateral relations but faces challenges in liability, technology, and cost barriers. A Transformative Agreement India –…
1. UGC’s draft regulation has serious constitutional issues (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The University Grants Commission (UGC) has proposed a draft regulation on the selection and appointment of vice chancellors (VCs) of universities. Non-BJP-led State governments oppose the regulation, claiming it violates the…
1. A surge in radical governments, the hope of democracy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article discusses global patterns of legitimizing radical Islamic groups after they seize power – highlighting implications for Afghanistan, Syria, and Bangladesh. Afghanistan in 2021: The Taliban’s Takeover…
1. India’s real growth rate and the forecast (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The First Advance Estimates for 2024-25 project India’s real GDP growth at 6.4% and nominal GDP growth at 9.7%, below RBI’s estimates of 6.6% and 10.5%, respectively. This highlights challenges…
1. An alliance of democracies with India at its core (Source – The Hindu, Editorial – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article emphasizes the need for stronger collaboration between Europe and India to address global challenges, focusing on trade, defense, technology, and geopolitical dynamics. It advocates forming a democratic…
1. The red flag as China’s expansionist strategy rolls on (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context India faces Chinese aggression through territorial claims and hydropower projects, threatening sovereignty, regional stability, and water security. Chinese Aggression Along the India-China Border Transboundary Water…
1. India’s data protection rules need some fine-tuning (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context On January 3, 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) released the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules. The DPDP Rules represent a shift from the earlier Personal…