(Newspapers, PIB and other important sources)
Prelim and Main
1. Why smog came early to Punjab, parts of north India this year READ MORE
2. Explained: Supreme Court’s order on mandatory accessibility standards, why it matters READ MORE
3. PM Modi to launch commemorative stamp, coin to mark 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda READ MORE
4. No dual eco-clearance for 39 categories of industry READ MORE
5. COP29: BASIC countries ask rich nations to honour commitments for climate finance rather than ‘diluting obligations’ READ MORE
6. All about MATES, a new scheme for young Indians to work in Australia READ MORE
7. AFSPA back in 6 police station areas as Home Ministry concludes Manipur situation continues to be ‘volatile’ READ MORE
8. Corals in crises: Almost half of all species at risk of extinction, finds IUCN READ MORE
9. Tropical rainforests will survive future global warming, shows study on early Eocene ecosystem READ MORE
10. Extreme weather may have triggered avian botulism, leading to 600 bird deaths in Rajasthan READ MORE
Main
GS Paper- 1
1. President Droupadi Murmu writes: Birsa Munda’s enduring legacy READ MORE
2. Caste discrimination: A shameful legacy READ MORE
GS Paper- 2
POLITY AND GOVERNANCE
1. The contrast between the U.S. and India on counting day READ MORE
2. Razing impunity: On bulldozer demolitions and the Supreme Court READ MORE
3. Speaking to the State for citizens READ MORE
4. Civic bodies must be fiscally empowered READ MORE
5. Bulldozer justice quashed READ MORE
SOCIAL ISSUES
1. Debating the ‘healthy longevity initiative’ READ MORE
INTERNATIONAL ISSUES
1. A delicate balancing act READ MORE
2. Why India-Canada ties may be in for an extended period of turbulence READ MORE
GS Paper- 3
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
1. RBI may have to defer rate cut READ MORE
2. The rise of emerging market economies READ MORE
ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY
1. Emerging market and developing countries require climate investments of $2.3-2.5 trillion annually by 2030: Report READ MORE
2. Delhi’s continuing severe air pollution challenge READ MORE
3. What COP29 needs to do on climate finance goals READ MORE
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
1. On the heels of World Diabetes Day, the story of insulin discovery and the Flame of Hope READ MORE
INTERNAL SECURITY
1. Cybersecurity: Safeguarding a digital future amid rising cyber threats READ MORE
DISASTER MANAGEMENT
1. India committed to Sendai Framework for disaster risk reduction: PM’s aide P.K. Mishra READ MORE
GS Paper- 4
ETHICS EXAMPLES AND CASE STUDY
1. Pathway to a knowledge rich, future-ready nation READ MORE
2. Embracing divine oneness through the mool mantra READ MORE
3. Universal message READ MORE
CASE STUDY
1. Who is Ilma Afroz, Baddi SP sent on leave & what’s her feud with Congress MLA Ram Kumar all about READ MORE
2. The Great Indian Sanitation Scam. General castes bag govt jobs, Valmikis do the work READ MORE
Questions for the MAIN exam
1. Compare and contrast the electoral process of India and the USA. How far do you think India’s electoral process is more transparent than the USA?
2. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 commit to create a culture of security consciousness among citizens by aligning with global data security standards to improve transparency and accountability among companies. Comment.
3. The SC judgement on punitive demolitions against illegal constructions not only promotes governance, rule of law and individual rights in India, but restore the principles of natural justice and separation of powers of institutions. Examine.
4. As global conflicts and humanitarian crises continue to unfold, the UN’s ability to act decisively is increasingly questioned. Discuss how the enduring presence of veto power undermines the fundamental principle of sovereignty and democracy that the organisation purports to uphold?
5. India’s interest in cultivating the Colombo Security Conclave as a vital forum in the region is demonstrated by its need to look for avenues to enhance cooperation in the Indian Ocean. Analyse.
QUOTATIONS AND CAPTIONS
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- Demolition of property as a punitive measure against alleged offenders amounts to wilful subversion of the rule of law.
- The rule of law and on the principle of separation of powers, as any such punitive use of the law against those accused or guilty of a crime amounts to executive authorities taking over a penal function.
- The Indian model of providing electoral results via a public authority works much better than the American one.
- The central government agency needs to step up and join the dots between local and regional pollution, beyond seasonal issues such as stubble burning.
- The Supreme Court’s order on demolitions is a welcome reminder to the executive to function as a custodian of constitutional values.
- “Bulldozer justice” is unconstitutional, for it subverts the rule of law, violates the principles of natural justice and separation of powers of institutions, and the rights of individuals to shelter and a fair trial.
- India must act swiftly to secure its digital future in an era where technological prowess is now essential for national security.
- Cyber-attacks threaten national security and underscore the vulnerabilities associated with our increasing dependence on digital infrastructure.
- As cybersecurity becomes the essential defense for peace, prosperity, and privacy in the digital age, recent incidents such as the breach of 7.9 million customer records at India’s stockbroking firm Angel demonstrate the necessity of strengthening digital protections.
- The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 reinforces create a culture of security consciousness among citizens commitment by aligning with global data security standards to improve transparency and accountability among companies.
- Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) enable more sophisticated cyber-attacks, including deepfake technology and disinformation campaigns, adding complex layers to cyber defenses.
- Cyber-attacks threaten national security and underscore the vulnerabilities associated with our increasing dependence on digital infrastructure.
- By promoting multilingualism, skill development and character-building, NEP 2020 aims to empower students to tackle both national and global challenges.
- NEP 2020 also encourages societal engagement through initiatives like internships and community visits, fostering creativity and real-world problem-solving skills.
- The SC judgement on bulldozer holds far-reaching implications for governance, rule of law and individual rights in India.
- The apex court’s directions on demolitions are elaborate and clear. And its judgment is an eloquent censure of the executive on its failure to uphold constitutional values.
- The on-going conflict in Ukraine has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, impacting everything from international relations to commodity prices.
- The Constitution of India realizing the essence and significance of dissent made this right available not only to our citizens but to our judges.
- The rise of emerging markets is therefore more than just about economic growth — it is also about the exchange of ideas, strategies, and experiences across borders.
ESSAY TOPIC
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- If you only do what you know you can do- you never do very much.
50-WORD TALK
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- J&K Assembly resolution seeking dialogue with Centre on return to special status avoids mentioning Article 370. This makes it rhetorical in its sweep, but pragmatic in substance. It also shows how Omar Abdullah has matured in politics. There’s no need to be knee-jerked into negativity. This, in fact, is progress.
- A second term for Donald Trump is already making global climate action advocates wary. He’s a denier. He was reluctant to support past climate commitments, including financial support to India. The US exited from the Paris Accord in his first term. All this dampens the mood for COP29 in Azerbaijan.
Things to Remember:
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- For prelims-related news try to understand the context of the news and relate with its concepts so that it will be easier for you to answer (or eliminate) from given options.
- Whenever any international place will be in news, you should do map work (marking those areas in maps and exploring other geographical locations nearby including mountains, rivers, etc. same applies to the national places.)
- For economy-related news (banking, agriculture, etc.) you should focus on terms and how these are related to various economic aspects, for example, if inflation has been mentioned, try to relate with prevailing price rises, shortage of essential supplies, banking rates, etc.
- For main exam-related topics, you should focus on the various dimensions of the given topic, the most important topics which occur frequently and are important from the mains point of view will be covered in ED.
- Try to use the given content in your answer. Regular use of this content will bring more enrichment to your writing.
