Deepavali enters intangible heritage list
WHY IS IT IN NEWS? Relevance GS-I – Indian Culture GS-II – International Relations WHAT IS INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE (ICH)? a) Definition Under UNESCO’s 2003 Convention, Intangible Cultural Heritage refers to: b) Purpose of inscription c) Representative List of the ICH of Humanity WHAT THE UNESCO INSCRIPTION RECOGNISES ABOUT DEEPAVALI ? a) A “living heritage” UNESCO acknowledges Deepavali as a cultural practice […]
Chief Information Commissioner
WHY IS IT IN NEWS? Relevance GS-II – Polity & Governance GS-II – Separation of Powers WHAT IS THE CENTRAL INFORMATION COMMISSION (CIC)? a) Constitutional or statutory? b) Mandate c) Composition d) Appointment mechanism (RTI Act, Section 12(3)) Appointments are made by the President on recommendation of a committee comprising: In current practice, the Home Minister is often the nominated Cabinet […]
Russia’s Su-57 Offer and India’s Tepid Response
WHY IS IT IN NEWS? Relevance GS-II – International Relations GS-III – Defence & Security INDIA–RUSSIA DEFENCE RELATIONSHIP Over the past decade, however, India is diversifying suppliers and building domestic capability. WHAT EXACTLY DID RUSSIA OFFER? WHY? a) Su-57 (5th-gen stealth fighter) b) S-500 “Prometey” c) Geran (Shahed-136 type) kamikaze drones d) Submarines & long-range UAVs Why Russia is pushing these platforms […]
Satellites, science, and the new fight for spectrum in space
WHY IS IT IN NEWS? Relevance GS-II – International Relations & Global Governance GS-III – Science & Technology WHAT IS “SPECTRUM” AND WHY DOES IT MATTER? a) Spectrum b) Most valued frequency bands Radio frequencies are so vital that spectrum = oxygen for space communication. c) Orbital slots d) Why both spectrum + orbit matter MEGACONSTELLATION BOOM: SCALE OF THE […]
Is India’s 8.2% Growth Sustainable?
Why is it in News? Relevance GS-III – Indian Economy GS-II – Governance Basics: What Does 8.2% GDP Growth Represent? Indicators of genuine momentum Conclusion:Short-term growth is broad-based, stable, and non-inflationary. India is outpacing most major economies. The IMF’s ‘Grade C’: Why It Matters The IMF was not grading the growth rate, but the statistical architecture behind the numbers. Key deficiencies Implication:Even […]
Current Affairs Quiz 11 December 2025
Q1. Which of the following sectors showed the highest growth rate during the 8.2% GDP expansion? a) Agricultureb) Electricity and utilitiesc) Financial servicesd) Mining Correct Answer: (c) Explanation:During the period of 8.2% GDP growth, sectoral performance data shows: Hence, financial services registered the highest growth. Q2. The recent surge in LEO mega constellations has created […]
Current Affairs 11 December 2025
Content Is India’s 8.2% Growth Sustainable? Why is it in News? Relevance GS-III – Indian Economy GS-II – Governance Basics: What Does 8.2% GDP Growth Represent? Indicators of genuine momentum Conclusion:Short-term growth is broad-based, stable, and non-inflationary. India is outpacing most major economies. The IMF’s ‘Grade C’: Why It Matters The IMF was not grading […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 11 December 2025
Content Childcare, the growth lever that can’t be ignored Why is it in News? Relevance GS-I (Society)• Gender roles, women’s agency, demographic transition• Social infrastructure and workforce participation GS-II (Governance / Welfare Schemes)• ICDS, Poshan Abhiyaan, Anganwadi reforms• Inter-ministerial coordination in social policy• Inclusive growth and state capacity Practice Question What is “Childcare as Infrastructure”? […]
PIB Summaries 11 December 2025
Content Deepavali Inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage What is Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH)? Representative List Relevance GS 1: Indian Culture Why is Deepavali in News? What is Deepavali and Why is it Significant as ICH? Why Did UNESCO Recognise Deepavali? Core Criteria Fulfilled ? Community participation Social cohesion Cultural diversity & […]
Static Quiz 11 December 2025 (Environment)
Q1. The “Red Data Book” is published by:A) IUCNB) UNEPC) WWFD) MoEFCC India Correct Answer: AExplanation: The IUCN publishes the global Red Data Book/Red List, not any national government. Q2. Which one of the following is the correct sequence of atmospheric layers starting from the Earth’s surface?A) Troposphere → Stratosphere → Mesosphere → Thermosphere → […]