Current Affairs Quiz 14 January 2026
Q1. Why is source code generally kept confidential by technology companies? Select the correct answer using the code below:A. 1 onlyB. 1 and 2 onlyC. 2 and 3 onlyD. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: B Explanation:Source code secrecy primarily protects intellectual property and cybersecurity by preventing attackers from identifying vulnerabilities. Compliance with international trade law […]
Current Affairs 14 January 2026
Content End of 10-Minute Delivery — Gig Workers’ Safety vs Platform Capitalism Why in News ? Relevance Vulnerable Workforce Category 10-minute delivery intensified precarity and risk, deepening social injustice. Changing Nature of Work Social Impact Constitutional Ethos 10-minute delivery model arguably conflicted with constitutional morality. Governance & State Intervention Gig Economy Regulation: Static Linkage Existing […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 14 January 2026
Content Environmental Costs of Artificial Intelligence Core Issue Relevance GS III (Science & Technology, Environment, Economy) Practice Question Key Evidence & Data Environmental Dimension Science & Technology Dimension Governance & Regulatory Dimension Constitutional & Legal Dimension Economic Dimension Ethical Dimension India-Specific Policy Options Challenges Prelims Pointers Bottom Line Language of harmony Core Issue Relevance GS […]
PIB Summaries 14 January 2026
Content PRAGATI: A Decade of Cooperative, Outcome-Driven Governance Core Identity Relevance GS II (Polity, Governance, Constitution) Why PRAGATI Was Needed ? Design & Operating Architecture Scale & Outcomes Constitutional & Federal Dimension Economic Dimension Social Sector & Citizen-Centric Governance Environmental & Sustainability Dimension Security & Strategic Dimension Illustrative High-Impact Unlocks (Value-Addition Examples) Global Recognition Challenges […]
Static Quiz 14 January 2026 (Geography)
Q1. With reference to Alluvial soils in India, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above are correct? A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 2 and 3 onlyC. 1, 2 and 4 onlyD. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Answer: C Explanation: Q2. Consider the following statements regarding soil classification in India: Which of […]
PESA Act Implemented in Jharkhand after 25 Years
Context & Why in News ? Relevance GS II – Polity & Governance GS I – Indian Society Constitutional / Legal Dimension Governance & Administrative Dimension Economic & Resource Governance Dimension Social & Human Development Dimension Environment & Forest Rights Dimension Criticisms Institutional Legal Implementation Ethical Way Forward Prelims Pointers
Two Consecutive PSLV Failures
Context & Why in News ? Relevance GS III – Science & Technology PSLV at a Glance Failure History Snapshot Technical Analysis Why PS3 Matters ? Possible Technical Causes Strategic Science & Technology Ecosystem Perspective Comparative Insight Way Forward
AI Translation of Parliamentary Proceedings into 22 Languages
Context & Why in News ? Relevance GS II – Polity & Governance Constitutional & Legal Dimension Governance & Democratic Significance Technology & Administrative Dimension Ethical & Constitutional Concerns Key Challenges Technical Institutional Democratic Way Forward
EV Retrofit Push in India
Context & Why in News ? Relevance GS III – Environment & Economy GS II – Governance What is EV Retrofitting? Economic Analysis: Why Retrofitting Is Expensive ? Concerns Technology & Industry Dimension Key Challenges Economic Institutional Environmental Market Way Forward
India’s Likely Entry into a U.S.-Led Tech–Supply Chain Bloc
Context & Why in News ? Relevance GS II – International Relations GS III – Economy & S&T What is Pax Silica? Strategic Context: Why Pax Silica Matters Now ? Why India’s Participation is Significant ? Strategic Dimension Economic & Industrial Dimension Supply Chain Security Why India Was Initially Excluded ? Challenges & Risks for India Strategic Risks […]