The Hindu

1. Sambhal and the perils of judicial evasion (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The Supreme Court’s handling of the Sambhal Masjid case highlights concerns about judicial inactivism and reluctance to enforce the Places of Worship Act, 1991. This Act, designed to…

 1. In energy-dependent world, the issue of food security (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8Social) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice, GS3 – Indian Economy Context The intertwined crises of food insecurity and energy poverty threaten global stability, amplified by climate change and geopolitical tensions. Agriculture, a major energy consumer and…

1. The issue of India’s economic growth versus emissions (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s Economic Survey 2023-24 highlights the country’s progress in decoupling economic growth from GHG emissions, showcasing a GDP CAGR of 7% against an emissions CAGR of 4% (2005–2019). While…

1. Building on the Revival of the Manufacturing Sector (Source – The Hindu, Editorial- Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3-Indian Economy Context India is strategically positioning itself as a global manufacturing hub, leveraging policy measures like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. The manufacturing sector, integral to economic growth and job creation, has shown substantial…

1. States and the challenge before the Finance Commission (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Constitutional Bodies Context The article discusses the Sixteenth Finance Commission and its role in addressing fiscal challenges and resource distribution between States and the Union. It also focuses on…

1. India’s strategic focus on West Africa (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Prime Minister Modi’s recent visit to Nigeria, the first by an Indian PM in 17 years, highlights India’s strategic engagement with Africa. Strengthening ties with Nigeria, Africa’s largest democracy and economy,…

1. Reflections on Baku’s ‘NCQG outcome’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Agreements involving India or affecting India’s interests. Context The article highlights the critical need for urgent climate action to limit global warming to 1.5°C, with a focus on equitable climate finance. COP29…

1. Citizens with disabilities, making their rights real (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Vulnerable Sections Context The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, aims to promote a human rights-based approach to disability inclusion in India. Despite progressive provisions like quasi-judicial State Commissioners,…

1. Research security should be a national priority (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Science and Technology Context ● The article discusses the critical role of science and technology in India’s strategic development goals by 2047 and highlights the emerging risks to research security….