Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 November 2024
Contents : The BRICS journey — gaining heft while in transition BRICS: Relevance: GS 2 ( International Relations ) Practice Question: Discuss the significance of BRICS expansion in representing the Global South’s interests. Highlights its significance for the current global governance structure. (250 words) Survival and Rejuvenation BRICS Spirit and Objectives Global Role and Influence […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 November 2024
Content : All eyes on Baku and the climate finance goal Context: COP29 Details: New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG): Relevance: GS 3 ( Environment ) Practice Question: Discuss the key expectations from the Baku Conference, with a focus on climate finance. Examine how the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) surpasses the previous $100 billion climate […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 07 November 2024
Contents : What Trump 2.0 means for India Context: A second Trump administration may reshape India-U.S. relations, offering both strategic opportunities and renewed challenges. Relevance: GS 2 ( International Relations ) Practice Question: Analyse the possible opportunities and challenges for India-U.S. relations in the event of a second Trump regime. (150 words ) Positive Areas […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 06 November 2024
Contents : Aadhaar Biometric Data Access Will Aid Forensics Background : Relevance: GS 2 ( Governance ) Practice Question: Evaluate the legal and ethical dimensions of permitting law enforcement access to Aadhaar biometric data for identifying unknown deceased individuals. (250 words ) Issues : Unidentified Deceased Individuals Standard Investigative Procedures Fingerprints Proposal for Aadhaar Access […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 05 November 2024
Content : Big Tech’s fail — unsafe online spaces for women Context : Relevance: GS 1 (Society ), GS 2(Social Justice ). Practice question: Critically assess Big Tech’s role in enabling unsafe online spaces for women in leadership. Suggest measures to strengthen digital safety for women. (150 words ) Gender-targeted Digital Harassment: Big Tech’s Failure […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 04 November 2024
Contents : The BRICS Summit Boosts to India-Iran Ties Context : Relevance: GS 2 ( International Relations ) Practice Question: Discuss the major challenges facing India-Iran relations. What key measures can both countries take to enhance their bilateral relations? (250 words ) Significance of Iran for India Strengthening Chabahar Port Cooperation : Energy Infrastructure […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 31 October 2024
Content : Tackle the Issue of Adjournments, case pendency Frequent adjournments and case backlogs have burdened the Indian judiciary, delaying justice and eroding public trust, especially for vulnerable communities. Addressing this requires systemic reforms in judicial capacity, procedural efficiency, and infrastructure. Relevance: GS 2 (Indian Judiciary ) Practice Question:Discuss the impact of frequent adjournments and […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 30 October 2024
Content: A picture of a growing economic divide in India Context: The EAC-PM report ‘Relative Economic Performance of Indian States: 1960-61 to 2023-24’ highlights deepening regional disparities, with southern and western states outpacing northern and eastern ones in economic growth. Increasing imbalances raise federal concerns. Relevance: GS 2 (Indian polity ), GS 3 ( Indian […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 October 2024
Content : The Under-Representation of Women in the Judiciary Context: Despite progress at entry levels, women remain significantly under-represented in higher judiciary roles, highlighting systemic barriers and a persistent “funnel effect” that hinders advancement. Relevance: GS 2 (Indian Judiciary, Social Justice ) Practice Question: Discuss the major challenges contributing to the under-representation of women in […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 October 2024
Contents : Sustainability Science for FMCGs in India: Context: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) policy highlights a commitment to encourage academia-industry partnerships aimed at developing sustainable, bio-based alternatives. especially within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. Relevance: GS 3 ( Environment ) Practice question: Examine the impact […]