Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 17 December 2025
Content India’s Nuclear Governance Needs Regulatory Independence Why is this in News? Relevance GS II – Governance & Polity GS III – Economy, Energy & Science & Technology Practice Questions Nuclear Power in India: What is the SHANTI Bill? Objective Key Shift Design Logic of SHANTI Bill 1. Controlled Liberalisation 2. Risk Sharing & Capital […]
PIB Summaries 17 December 2025
Content India–Jordan Relations Why is this in News? Relevance GS Paper II – International Relations Basics at a Glance Evolution of India–Jordan Relations Political & Diplomatic Engagement Middle power diplomacy; West Asia engagement beyond Gulf. Trade & Economic Cooperation (Core Pillar) Trade Profile Strategic Fertilizer Linkage Manufacturing & Investment Supply-chain security, fertilizer diplomacy, South–South economic […]
Static Quiz 17 December 2025 (Polity)
Q1. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act is NOT applicable to which of the following areas? A) 1 and 2 only B) 2 and 3 only C) 1 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer: D Explanation: Article 243M explicitly exempts Fifth Schedule areas, Sixth Schedule areas, and areas under special laws like […]
GRAP-IV in Delhi–NCR
Why is this in News? Relevance What is GRAP? GRAP Stages and AQI Thresholds GRAP Stage AQI Range Air Quality Category GRAP-I 201–300 Poor GRAP-II 301–400 Very Poor GRAP-III 401–450 Severe GRAP-IV >450 Severe+ / Hazardous What is GRAP-IV? Measures Enforced Under GRAP-IV Transport Restrictions Construction and Infrastructure Educational Institutions Offices and Workplaces Institutional Framework […]
Amicus Suggestions on Disabled Cadets Similar to DMA’s 2022 Plan
Why is this in News? Relevance Who are Medically Discharged Cadets? Legal & Constitutional Background Constitutional Provisions Statutory Framework What Did the DMA Propose in 2022? A comprehensive welfare package for disabled officer cadets, including: Status: Amicus Curiae’s Key Suggestions Core Issues Highlighted Arbitrary Classification Gap Between Policy and Practice Dignity and Moral Obligation Broader Implications […]
Biosecurity in India
Why is this in News? Relevance What is Biosecurity? Global Context: Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) Why Does India Need Robust Biosecurity? Structural Vulnerabilities Emerging Threat Landscape India’s Existing Biosecurity Architecture Legal Framework Institutional Mechanisms Key Gaps in India’s Biosecurity System Fragmentation Capability Deficits Governance Gaps Risks Ahead if Gaps Persist Way Forward: Building a National […]
One in Six People Exposed to Conflict Worldwide (ACLED Report 2025)
Why is this in News? Relevance What is ACLED? Key Global Findings (2025) Scale of Conflict Nature of Contemporary Conflicts 1. Increased Violence, Reduced Restraint 2. Rising Role of State Forces Civilians at the Centre of Violence Region-wise Trends Europe West Asia Africa State vs Non-State Actors: A Nuanced Picture State Actors Non-State Armed Groups […]
Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill 2025
Why is this in News? Relevance UGC: Background and Role What is the VBSA Bill, 2025? Key Features of the VBSA Bill Regulatory Restructuring Graded Autonomy Framework Compliance and Penalty Regime Language and Nomenclature Issue Federalism Concerns Executive Overreach: Core Criticism Implications for Higher Education Potential Advantages Serious Risks Comparison: UGC vs VBSA Aspect UGC […]
Viksit Bharat – Guarantee For Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission
Why is this in News? Relevance MGNREGA (2005): Core Basics What is VB-GRAM Bill? Demand-Driven vs Supply-Driven: Conceptual Difference Demand-Driven (MGNREGA) Supply-Driven (VB-GRAM) Key Changes at a Glance Aspect MGNREGA VB-GRAM Bill Nature Legal right Welfare scheme Workdays 100 125 Trigger Worker demand Govt allocation Budget Demand-responsive Fixed, capped Area coverage All rural India Centre-notified […]
Current Affairs Quiz 16 December 2025
Q1. Under the proposed VB-GRAM Bill, which of the following changes are envisaged compared to MGNREGA? Select the correct answer using the code below:A) 1 and 2 onlyB) 2 and 3 onlyC) 1 and 3 onlyD) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer: AExplanation: VB-GRAM increases workdays from 100 to 125 and raises State contribution to […]