Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 01 November 2025
Content The case for a board of peace and sustainable security Why in News ? Relevance : Practice Question: Context and Current Crisis The Structural Flaw Core Argument Legal Basis for Reform Proposal: Board of Peace and Sustainable Security (BPSS) Purpose: Nature: Functions of BPSS Composition & Representation Concept of “Sustainable Security” Style of Functioning […]
PIB Summaries 01 November 2025
Content Museum of Royal Kingdoms of India Why in News ? Relevance Basic Facts Core Objectives Historical Context Architectural and Design Features Thematic Gallery Overview Gallery Theme / Focus Purpose Gallery 1: Orientation Gallery Introduction to the idea of royalty through films, multimedia, and narratives Provides historical context and sets the tone Gallery 2: The […]
Static Quiz 01 November 2025 (History)
Q1.With reference to the Non-Cooperation Movement (1920–22), consider the following statements: How many of the above statements are correct?a) One onlyb) Two onlyc) Three onlyd) None Correct Answer: (b) Two only Explanation: Q2.Which of the following were immediate causes that led Gandhi to launch the Non-Cooperation Movement? Select the correct answer: a) 1 and 2 […]
Land beneath India’s five largest cities is sinking due to over-extraction of groundwater
Why in News ? Relevance Key Findings City-wise Analysis Delhi (NCT) Chennai Mumbai Kolkata Bengaluru Structural Risk Projections Year Delhi Chennai Mumbai Bengaluru Kolkata Total (very high risk buildings) 2025 2,264 32 110 — — — 2055 3,169 958 255 — — — 2075 11,457 8,284 3,477 112 199 23,529 Underlying Causes Broader Implications Positive […]
Group’s importance for India, amid US-China tussle
Why in News ? Relevance: Basics: What is ASEAN ? ASEAN’s Evolution ASEAN’s Global Role US–China Rivalry and ASEAN’s Balancing Act India–ASEAN Relations: Evolution Key Pillars of ASEAN–India Cooperation a) Connectivity b) Trade and Investment c) Strategic & Security Cooperation d) Cultural & Civilizational Links India’s Strategic Stakes in ASEAN Comparison: ASEAN vs Other Regional […]
In u-turn, US gives 6-month sanction relief to Chabahar
In News Relevance: Background Recent Timeline Date Development Sep 18, 2025 U.S. revoked waiver citing Iran-related sanctions (IFCPA Act). Sep 29, 2025 Sanctions regime took effect, impacting Indian participation. Oct 29, 2025 U.S. reinstated 6-month waiver, citing humanitarian and regional connectivity grounds. India’s Role and Achievements at Chabahar Strategic & Economic Significance Regional Connectivity Strategic Balancing […]
Building Sustainable and Inclusive Future with Indian PSUs
Why in News ? Relevance: Basics: What is CSR ? India’s CSR Ecosystem CSR Spending Trends (FY 2023–24) PSUs as CSR Catalysts Major PSU-led CSR Initiatives (FY 2023–24) a) Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) b) Oil India Limited (OIL) c) GAIL (India) Limited d) Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) Thematic Focus of PSU CSR Theme Examples […]
Sardar Patel’s vision and the meaning of national unity today
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: Sardar Patel’s Historical Role Evolution of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Patel’s Vision of Unity: Key Dimensions Political Unity Administrative Unity Cultural Unity Spiritual Unity Contemporary Meaning of National Unity (2025 Context) Cultural Integration Tourism as an Integrator Institutional and Policy Unity Unity through Culture and Connectivity Challenges to Unity Today […]
What will power AI data centres?
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: India’s Power Demand Trends Why India Needs Data Centres Power Demand from AI Data Centres Data Centre Hubs: Global and Indian Global India Powering the AI Era: Energy Mix Options Renewables Natural Gas & Green Hydrogen Emerging Alternatives Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) – The Key Innovation Global Investment & […]
Current Affairs Quiz 31 October 2025
Q1.Which of the following are key advantages of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) over conventional large reactors? Select the correct answer:a) 1 and 2 onlyb) 1 and 3 onlyc) 2 and 3 onlyd) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: a) 1 and 2 only Explanation: Q2.Rashtriya Ekta Diwas is celebrated in the memory of which national leader? […]