Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 April 2024
CONTENTS Implementing Universal Health Coverage Context: Universal health coverage (UHC) embodies the principle of providing all individuals with unrestricted access to comprehensive, top-tier healthcare services, without imposing financial burdens. UHC guarantees that individuals can access healthcare whenever and wherever they require it, encompassing a wide range of essential health services, spanning from health promotion and […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 06 April 2024
CONTENTS A Tribute to India’s Maritime Legacy Context: Every year on April 5th, India observes National Maritime Day, a significant occasion intertwined with the nation’s maritime sector’s history and importance. It serves as a moment for contemplation of India’s profound maritime legacy and the vital role the ocean plays in its economic, cultural, and strategic […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 05 April 2024
CONTENTS Dilemma of the Unemployed Youth Context: Youth unemployment presents a global challenge with significant economic, social, and political ramifications for nations at various stages of development. Recently, India has seen a surge in attention towards this issue, sparked by the release of the India Employment Report (IER) 2024 by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 04 April 2024
CONTENTS Curbing Malpractices within Private Banks Context: Numerous private banks in India have been implicated in significant irregularities and malpractices, with some of these infractions highlighted in their Inspection Reports since the Supreme Court directed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to make such reports public under the RTI Act. However, the RBI is currently […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 April 2024
CONTENTS Will India Experience more Heat Wave Days this Summer? Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) declared higher-than-average heat wave conditions for various regions of India on Monday. These conditions are affecting the southern, central, eastern, and northwestern parts of the country. This announcement coincides with India’s ongoing struggle to meet its electricity demand. Relevance: […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 02 April 2024
CONTENTS Central Water Commission’s Report on the Storage of Reservoirs Context: The Central Water Commission monitors the live storage status of 150 reservoirs of the country and issues weekly bulletin on every Thursday. According to recent analysis, only 23% of the total holding capacity in South India’s reservoirs is currently filled with water. This figure […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 01 April 2024
CONTENTS Sustainable Agriculture with Nano-Fertilisers Context: Recently the Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilisers, has revealed that urea consumption in the current fiscal year is anticipated to decrease by 8 percent compared to FY 2022-23, attributed to the adoption of its liquid nano variant. This, coupled with increased domestic production, has resulted in a decline […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 30 March 2024
CONTENTS Measuring Internet Freedom in India in the Last 10 Years Context: Over the past five years, India has consistently ranked first globally for imposing internet bans, accounting for approximately 60% of all recorded blackouts worldwide between 2016 and 2022. State-initiated shutdowns in the last decade have typically cited reasons of national security and concerns […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 March 2024
CONTENTS Analysing The India Employment Report 2024 Context: Titled ‘The India Employment Report 2024’ and authored by the Institute for Human Development/International Labour Organization, this recent report presents a grim outlook for the roughly 7-8 million young individuals entering the workforce annually, with youth comprising nearly 83% of India’s unemployed population. Relevance: GS3- Mains Question: […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 March 2024
CONTENTS Mechanisation Needed to Tackle Farm Issues Context: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Food Processing has recently emphasized the urgent requirement to enhance farm mechanization for small and marginal farmers in India. Their recent report underscores that comprehensive mechanization is not just necessary but vital for addressing the diverse challenges confronting […]