Pension Reforms in India
WHY IN NEWS ? Relevance : GS Paper II – Governance & Social Justice GS Paper I – Indian Society GS Paper III – Indian Economy BASICS: WHAT IS A PENSION SYSTEM? INDIA’S DEMOGRAPHIC & STRUCTURAL CHALLENGE FIRST PHASE: WELFARE-BASED SOCIAL ASSISTANCE Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (1995) Old Pension Scheme (Pre-2004) SECOND PHASE: SHIFT TO […]
Current Affairs Quiz 08 December 2025
Q1. With reference to India’s demographic transition and pension coverage, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 2 only(b) 1 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer: (b) Explanation: Q2.Sanchar Saathi platform is linked with which of the following systems?(a) National Crime Records Bureau(b) Central Equipment […]
Current Affairs 08 December 2025
Contents Pension Reforms in India WHY IN NEWS ? Relevance : GS Paper II – Governance & Social Justice GS Paper I – Indian Society GS Paper III – Indian Economy BASICS: WHAT IS A PENSION SYSTEM? INDIA’S DEMOGRAPHIC & STRUCTURAL CHALLENGE FIRST PHASE: WELFARE-BASED SOCIAL ASSISTANCE Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (1995) […]
Rupee Slipped To ₹90 per $ : Economic Forces At Play
Introduction : In the month of December, for the very first time, the Indian rupee has depreciated to ₹90 per USD, setting a record low and marking its lowest value in history. This decline has significantly affected India’s imports and exports, making it a major challenge for the RBI and the overall Indian economy […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 December 2025
Content Surveillance apps in welfare, snake oil for accountability Why in News? Relevance GS II (Governance & Social Justice) GS IV (Ethics in Public Administration) Practice Question Core Concept: Accountability vs Responsibility Evolution of Tech-Fixes for Accountability 1. Biometric Attendance (Early 2010s) 2. Aadhaar-Based Biometric Authentication (ABBA) in PDS (2017) 3. NMMS App in MGNREGA […]
How to Start UPSC Preparation During Graduation?
Wondering how to start UPSC preparation during graduation? You’re not alone. Many students have the same question. The reality is that you don’t have to wait for your degree to be completed. Your college years are the best time to begin your UPSC journey. To put it simply, UPSC CSE preparation requires years of […]
Putin’s Visit To India – Is That A Signal To The West?
Context : This is the Russian President – Vladimir Putin’s first visit to India since Russia – Ukraine war in 2022.It coincided with the timing of pressure from Western States(especially the USA) to reduce India’s oil imports from Russia. Putin’s visit deepened the economic ties between both the nations while simultaneously sending a political […]
Which Graduate Degree Is Best for UPSC?
Wondering which degree is best to become an IAS officer? Well, you are not alone. This is one of the most common questions asked by 12th pass students. It does play an important role before starting your UPSC journey. So, which graduate degree is best for UPSC? The answer is not very straightforward. UPSC […]
PIB Summaries 08 December 2025
Content India’s Solar Momentum Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Governance, International Relations) GS III (Economy, Infrastructure, Energy, Environment) Why Solar Matters for India ? Solar Capacity Growth: Structural Transformation Non-Fossil Power Milestone Global Standing in Renewables (2025) Policy Anchor: Panchamrit at COP26 Announced at COP26, 2021 Five Pillars: Function: Key Government Programmes Powering […]
Static Quiz 08 December 2025 (Modern History)
Q1. With reference to the early European factories in India, consider the following statements: How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one(b) Only two(c) All three(d) None Correct Answer: (b) Explanation: Q2. Consider the following pairs (European settlement – Present-day location): Pulicat → Andhra Pradesh (Dutch)Chinsurah → West Bengal (Dutch)Tranquebar → Kerala […]