Current Affairs 03 February 2026
Content 16th Finance Commission & Urban Grants Fiscal Federal Context Relevance GS II — Polity & Governance GS III — Economy Background — Finance Commission & Urbanisation Role of Finance Commission Urbanisation Context Key Recommendations — 16th FC Quantum of Allocation Share in Local Body Grants Urbanisation Premium Grant Grant Design & Structure Basic vs […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 February 2026
Content Wetlands as a national public good Why in News — World Wetlands Day 2026 ? Global & Indian Context Relevance GS I — Geography & Society GS III — Environment & Disaster Management Practice Question Basics — Understanding Wetlands Definition & Types Ecological Functions Traditional Knowledge & Community Linkages Indigenous Systems Cultural–Economic Value Policy […]
UPSC Exam Pattern 2026, Prelims, Mains, Interview
UPSC Exam Pattern 2026: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) releases UPSC exam pattern and marking scheme in the official notification PDF. Candidates should review the UPSC exam pattern for all stages to avoid any surprises on the exam day. The UPSC selection process 2026 is divided into three phases: prelims, mains, and an interview. […]
IAS Salary 2026: Pay Scale, Monthly Salary, Grade Pay, Allowances
Wondering what the IAS Salary 2026 is? Well, you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions asked by UPSC aspirants. The initial IAS salary is INR 56100 per month as per the 7th Pay Commission. It eventually increases over time with years of service, experience, and promotions. The highest […]
PIB Summaries 03 February 2026
Content Transforming India into a Global Biopharma Hub Why in News? — Budget 2026–27 Biopharma Push Relevance GS III — Economy GS III — Science & Technology Basics — Understanding Biopharma What is Biopharma? Global Context Constitutional / Legal Dimensions Governance / Administrative Dimensions Economic Dimensions Social / Ethical Dimensions Science–Tech / Innovation Dimensions Data […]
Static Quiz 03 February 2026 (Economy)
Q1. With reference to recent economic trends in India (2025-26), consider the following statements: How many of the statements given above are correct? A. Only One B. Only Two C. Only Three D. None Correct Answer: B Explanation: Q2. Which of the following best describes ‘Green Hydrogen’ in India’s policy framework? A. Hydrogen produced from […]
Rakhigarhi & Harappan Heritage
Why in News ? Relevance GS-1 – History & Culture GS-2 – Governance / Culture Rakhigarhi – Basics Location & Identity Chronology Archaeological Significance Key Budget & Policy Announcement Heritage Development Push Part of Wider Revamp Historical & Cultural Importance Civilisational Value Knowledge Contributions Constitutional / Legal Dimension Governance / Administrative Dimension Economic Dimension Social […]
Livestock & Fisheries Push
Why in News ? Relevance GS-3 – Agriculture / Economy GS-2 – Governance / Welfare Sector Basics Livestock Sector Fisheries Sector Budget Announcements – Key Features Fisheries Push Value-Chain Development Entrepreneurship & Start-ups Animal Husbandry Allocation Credit-Linked Support Rationale Behind the Push Income Diversification Nutrition Security Export Potential Constitutional / Legal Dimension Governance / Administrative […]
Waste-to-Energy (WtE)
Why in News ? Relevance GS-3 – Environment / Ecology GS-2 – Governance (Local Bodies) Waste-to-Energy – Basics Definition Major Technologies Policy & Regulatory Framework Solid Waste Management Rules Institutional Ecosystem Rationale for WtE Push Urbanisation & Waste Surge Land Scarcity Climate Link Constitutional / Legal Dimension Governance / Administrative Dimension Economic Dimension Environmental Dimension […]
Cheaper Cancer Drugs & Caregiver Training
Why in News ? Relevance GS-2 – Social Justice / Health GS-3 – Economy (Health Sector) Context & Basics Cancer & Rare Diseases in India Caregiver Role Budget Announcements – Key Features Cheaper Cancer Drugs Rare Diseases Support Caregiver Training Health Expenditure Snapshot Rationale Behind the Measures Affordability & Access Demographic & Epidemiological Transition Health […]