Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 26 December 2023
CONTENTS International Monetary Fund’s Sovereign Debt Risk Assessment Context: In the context of its Articles of Agreement, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) engages in annual bilateral discussions with its member countries. During these discussions, IMF staff gathers economic and financial data, engages in policy discussions with top officials, and subsequently compiles a report for review […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 December 2023
CONTENTS Sahitya Akademi Awards Context: The porous nature of literary boundaries is exemplified by the Sahitya Akademi awards, a commendation that has consistently recognized writers across 24 diverse Indian languages. This year’s selection encompasses nine volumes of poetry, six novels, five short stories, three essays, and one literary analysis in languages such as Dogri, Gujarati, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 December 2023
CONTENTS Revised Criminal Law Bills Context: In the current parliamentary session, more than 140 members were absent when the three Bills, replacing India’s criminal laws, were passed. Creating laws without a significant presence of Opposition members reflects poorly on the legislative process. Many concerns related to the bills could not be addressed in Parliament due […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 21 December 2023
CONTENTS India’s Ethanol Conundrum Context: As COP28 in Dubai saw the commitment of over 100 countries to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030, India is confronted with a delicate situation concerning its ethanol blending objective. Despite the rise in ethanol blended petrol (EBP) from 1.6% in 2013-14 to 11.8% in 2022-23, the 20% target […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 December 2023
CONTENTS The Telecommunications Bill, 2023 Context: The nearing enactment of the Telecommunications Bill, 2023, brings the Union government closer to its longstanding goal of consolidating regulations for wireless networks and Internet service providers. Relevance: GS- 2 Government Policies & Interventions GS- 3 Mains Question: With reference to the recent Telecommunications Bill, 2023, discuss how it […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 December 2023
CONTENTS Grass-Root Democracy as a Bulwark Against Maoists Context: The recent Assembly elections in Chhattisgarh have concluded, and the tribal vote dynamics played a significant role for each political party, considering the substantial tribal population in the state. The tribal voters constitute 34% of the total vote share. The Maoist insurgency, currently prevalent in the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 December 2023
CONTENTS One Person, One Vote, One Value Context: Political equality within liberal democracies goes beyond providing equal opportunities for participation in the political decision-making process; it also involves ensuring that each vote holds the same value as those of other community members. Relevance: GS-2 Mains Question: Along with addressing quantitative dilution of vote value, the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 16 December 2023
CONTENTS Social Barriers in Shifting Towards Sustainable Mobility Context: Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from transportation is a critical priority for India’s pursuit of net zero emissions. Globally, the largest contributor to mobility emissions is passenger road vehicles, a trend mirrored in India where approximately 14% of total emissions are linked to mobility. Relevance: GS3- Environmental […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 15 December 2023
CONTENTS Using Climate Science in Conference of Parties Meetings Context: Since 1995, when the inaugural United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) took place, there has been a significant transformation in its nature. Initially characterized by formal, exclusive gatherings attended by bureaucrats and technocrats, these events have evolved into lively spectacles resembling carnivals. Relevance: GS3- Environment […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 14 December 2023
CONTENTS India’s Extreme Rainfall ‘Corridor’ Context: The characteristics of the Indian monsoon, such as its onset, withdrawal, active and break periods, and the presence of low-pressure systems are widely recognized. Global warming has impacted every aspect of the monsoon, leading to a consistent decline in total seasonal rainfall for over seven decades. Relevance: GS-1-Physical Geography […]