Current Affairs 04 February 2026

Content Uttarakhand opens Nanda Devi, 82 other Himalayan peaks for mountaineering Why in news ? Relevance Basics and background Constitutional and legal dimensions Governance and administrative aspects Economic dimension Social and ethical dimension Environmental and disaster dimension Data and evidence Challenges and criticisms Way forward Turtle Trails Why in news ? Relevance Basics and background […]
UPSC Prelims 2026: What to Study as the Countdown Begins
With the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 notification expected in February 2026, for lakhs of aspirants across the country, this period marks a shift from casual studying to focused, goal-oriented preparation. The release of the notification is not just a formal announcement – it is a reminder that the Prelims examination is approaching faster than […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 04 February 2026

Content India’s Next Industrial Shift — Electrons over Molecules Context Relevance GS-3: Indian Economy GS-3: Environment & Climate GS-3: Science & Technology Practice Question Electrons vs Molecules — Conceptual Basics Meaning Efficiency Logic Decarbonisation Logic Global Industrial Trends China’s Strategy — Industrial Electrification Sectoral Shifts India’s Starting Position Current Status — Electrification Gap Structural Causes […]
PIB Summaries 04 February 2026

Content Paradip Port Authority Wins First Prize at Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025 Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Governance) GS III (Environment & Infra) Paradip Port – Profile Port Significance Swachhata Pakhwada Framework Policy Basis Governance / Administrative Dimensions Performance Governance Policy Convergence Green Initiatives Plantation & Climate Value Circular Economy Labour Dignity Safai […]
Static Quiz 04 February 2026 (Environment)

Q1. With reference to Tiger Reserves in India (as of 2026), 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: A Explanation: S1. Nagarjunsagar–Srisailam remains the largest (~3,728 sq km). — Correct S2. Guru Ghasidas–Tamor Pingla is the […]
16th Finance Commission on Exit Clauses
Core Update Relevance GS II — Polity & Governance GS III — Economy Why is it in News? Fiscal Concern Background — Finance Commission Constitutional Role Key Observations of the 16th FC Rise in Subsidy Burden Exit Clause Logic Economic Significance Fiscal Sustainability Welfare Efficiency Governance Dimension Populism vs Responsibility Way Forward Reform Directions
Mountain Gorilla
Current Event Relevance GS III — Environment GS II — Governance Why is it in News? Policy & Conservation Relevance Mountain Gorillas Species Basics Ecology & Behaviour Threats Conservation Significance
DAY-NRLM at Crossroads (2026–31 Cycle)
Current Context Relevance GS II — Social Justice GS III — Economy Background — DAY-NRLM What is DAY-NRLM? Institutional Architecture Scale & Achievements Mobilisation & Financial Inclusion Women’s Economic Gains Political & Social Empowerment Core Concerns Weakening Autonomy of CLFs Idle Funds & Accountability Credit Constraints Financial & Institutional Gaps Uniform Loan Products Limited […]
IIT Council & Adaptive JEE
Immediate Context Relevance GS II — Governance & Education GS III — Science & Tech Background — Competitive Exams in India Linear Examination Model Need for Reform What is Adaptive Testing? Concept & Mechanism Assessment Logic Advantages of Adaptive Testing Pedagogical Gains Efficiency & Fairness Legal & Constitutional Concerns Equality Debate Algorithmic Transparency Operational Challenges […]
Why are tribals protesting in Maharashtra?
Why in News ? Immediate Context Relevance GS II — Polity & Social Justice GS III — Environment Background — Tribal Land & Forest Rights Constitutional Foundation Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006 Core Issues Behind Protests Land Title Concerns High Rejection Rates Digitisation & Record Gaps Livelihood & Development Demands Irrigation & Agriculture Employment & […]