Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 04 July 2024
CONTENTS How Is Methanol Procured and used as Liquor? Context: The Kallakurichi illicit liquor tragedy , which has claimed more than 50 lives, follows a distressingly familiar pattern in its cause, sequence of events, and aftermath. Such incidents occur periodically across various Indian states. Postmortem reports almost universally attribute the cause of death to methanol […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 July 2024
CONTENTS Infrastructure Project on the Great Nicobar Island Context: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will examine the paperwork related to forest clearance for the ₹72,000-crore infrastructure project on Great Nicobar Island, a significant initiative under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, according to Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram. This marks an important decision in the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 02 July 2024
CONTENTS India’s Solar Industry is a Goldmine for Investors Context: India’s solar energy sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, emerging as a lucrative opportunity for investors and entrepreneurs. Valued at $38 billion in 2021, the market is projected to expand significantly, reaching $238 billion by 2032, driven by a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 40 […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 01 July 2024
CONTENTS Navigating Farmer Discontent Amid Unfulfilled Promises Context: Agriculture has long been a fundamental part of India’s economy and societal framework. Despite its importance, the sector has experienced a strained relationship with the central Government in recent years. Approximately 65 percent of India’s population resides in rural areas, with 47 percent dependent on agriculture. Relevance: […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 June 2024
CONTENTS Are Heatwaves Natural Disasters? Context: North India has currently experienced the longest heatwave in the past 15 years. According to data from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, at least 100 people have died from heat-related illnesses between March 1 and June 18 across India, although this number is likely underreported. The significant […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 June 2024
CONTENTS It is Time for India to Reclaim its Voice on Tibet Context: The visit of a delegation of U.S. lawmakers to Dharamshala clearly signaled its purpose. This delegation arrived just days after the ‘Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act’ passed in both Houses of the U.S. Congress and awaited President Joe Biden’s […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 27 June 2024
CONTENTS How Well is India Tapping its Rooftop Solar Potential? Context: India’s installed rooftop solar (RTS) capacity surged by 2.99 GW in 2023-2024, marking the highest growth in a single year. By March 31, the total RTS capacity reached 11.87 GW, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. To meet rising energy demands, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 26 June 2024
CONTENTS Navigating the Complexities of Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking Context: Observed annually on June 26, the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1987 to combat drug abuse globally. The day highlights the challenges posed by drug abuse and illicit trafficking and emphasizes the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 25 June 2024
CONTENTS Beauty-Wellness Sector is Propelling Employability Context: The beauty and wellness sector offers significant potential not only for women but also for men in both domestic and international markets. The sector’s rapid growth has led to a substantial demand for semi-skilled and skilled professionals in the country. According to the India Skills Report, employability has […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 24 June 2024
CONTENTS Time for a Census, Come What May Context: The 2021 Census has been now delayed for too long. One plausible explanation is that the ruling party is postponing the Census to expedite the “delimitation” process in anticipation of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. This might sound unlikely, but reconsidering reveals the 84th amendment of […]