Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 24 December 2025
Content AI Diffusion, Not Chip Dominance: India’s Real AI Advantage Why is it in News? Relevance GS III – Science & Technology / Economy GS II – Governance Practice Questions Core Thesis of the Article Three Distinct AI Phases Identified 1. Compute Era Inference: Competing head-on here offers low returns, high dependency risks. 2. Diffusion […]
PIB Summaries 24 December 2025
Content Exploring Extremes: A Landmark Year of Discoveries by India’s Ministry of Earth Sciences Why is it in News? Relevance: Science with Measurable Human Impact Breaking Records: Deep & Dark Oceans Coasts, Islands & Blue Economy Weather, Climate & Computing Power Polar, Ocean & Earth System Science Push Technology, Labs & Capacity Building Governance, Safety […]
Static Quiz 24 December 2025 (Polity)
Q1.Consider the following statements with reference to the State Legislatures: Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only(b) 1 and 2 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) All three Answer: (a) 1 only Explanation: Q2.Consider the following statements: How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one(b) Only two(c) All […]
How are we protecting astronauts from deadly space debris?
Why in News ? Relevance GS III – Science & Technology GS II – International Relations What is MMOD? A. Micrometeoroids B. Orbital Debris (Space Junk) Scale of the Problem: Global Data Orbital Debris in Low Earth Orbit (LEO: 200–2,000 km) Distribution Why Space Debris Is So Dangerous Kinetic Energy Reality Directional Risk The Kessler Syndrome: A Systemic Threat […]
On the Right to a Healthy Environment
Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Polity & Governance) GS III (Environment) The Problem Context: Air Pollution as a Rights Issue A. Delhi–NCR Air Quality Reality B. Major Sources of Pollution Particulate Matter (PM) is the single most lethal pollutant. Understanding Particulate Matter (Scientific Basis) Type Size Health Impact PM10 ≤10 microns Enters respiratory tract […]
India tops global doping list for the third consecutive year
Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Governance) GS III (Sports ) What is Doping? India’s Doping Numbers: Key Data (2024) A. Absolute Numbers B. Positivity Rate India’s positivity rate is more than double the next highest country. Global Comparison: Why India Stands Out ? A. Absolute Violations (2024) India exceeds the second-highest country by nearly 3 times. […]
Forests can’t be used for non-forestry purposes: Supreme Court
Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Polity & Governance) GS III (Environment) Legal Background: The Forest (Conservation) Framework What the Supreme Court Held ? Key Constitutional & Jurisprudential Principles Reinforced A. Environmental Rule of Law B. Doctrine of Public Trust C. Sustainable Development Federal Dimension: Centre–State Balance Administrative Lapses Highlighted Implications of the Judgment […]
India New Zealand wind up FTA talks set to boost trade
Why in News ? Relevance India–New Zealand Economic Context Core Trade Architecture of the FTA A. Tariff Liberalisation B. Sensitive Sector Protection (India’s Red Lines) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal explicitly stated that farmer and dairy interests were fully protected. Mobility & Services: A Strategic Gain for India Investment Dimension: USD 20 Billion Over 15 Years Strategic […]
Current Affairs Quiz 23 December 2025
Q1.Which of the following mountain ranges forms the backbone of New Zealand’s South Island?a) Southern Alpsb) Great Dividing Rangec) Snowy Mountainsd) Canterbury Range Answer: a) Southern Alps Explanation: Q2.Which of the following activities is explicitly classified as a “non-forest purpose” under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980? Select the correct answer:a) 1 and 2 onlyb) 1, […]
Current Affairs 23 December 2025
Content India, New Zealand wind up FTA talks, set to boost trade Why in News ? Relevance India–New Zealand Economic Context Core Trade Architecture of the FTA A. Tariff Liberalisation B. Sensitive Sector Protection (India’s Red Lines) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal explicitly stated that farmer and dairy interests were fully protected. Mobility & Services: […]