[Burning Issue] Old Pension Scheme Vs New Pension Scheme Debate

Context Background of both the schemes About OPS About NPS Key differences between the two pension schemes Points of Differentiation The Old Pension Scheme The New Pension Scheme Nature of the schemes OPS offer pensions to government employees on the basis of their last drawn salary NPS pays the employees for their investments in the… Continue reading

[Sansad TV] Perspective: Urban Planning

Context What do you mean by Urban Planning? Urban planning in India: A quick recap The first Municipal Corporation was set up in the former Presidency Town of Madras in 1688. It was followed by similar corporations in the then Bombay and Calcutta in 1726. Lord Mayo’s resolution of 1870 laid out a roadmap for… Continue reading

[Burning Issues] India-Italy Bilateral Relationship

Context Background of India- Italy relationship Historical Aspects: Economic Aspects: Political Aspects: Cultural Aspects: New developments in the relations Scientific Cooperation Defense cooperation Why Italy is significant for India? Highlights of the current visit of PM Meloni Challenges Way forward Conclusion Attempt UPSC 2024 Smash Scholarship Test | FLAT* 100% OFF on UPSC Foundation &… Continue reading

[Sansad TV] Perspective: Rules of Parliamentary Conduct

Context In this article, we will discuss and understand various aspects of the rules of procedure and conduct in Parliament. Rules of Conduct Quick backgrounder Provisions for such rules Key issue: Disruptions in Indian Parliament There have been continuous disruptions of parliament by members. Why are disruptions so frequent? There are various reasons for disruptions… Continue reading

[Burning Issue] Resurgence of Khalistan Movement

Context What was the Khalistan movement? Why is it being revived? Role of diaspora and social media in the resurgence Cause of concern How to tackle the rise Steps taken Conclusion Attempt UPSC 2024 Smash Scholarship Test | FLAT* 100% OFF on UPSC Foundation & Mentorship programs Get your Rs 10,000 worth of UPSC Strategic… Continue reading

[Sansad TV] Perspective: Countering Doctored Narratives

Context Doctored Narratives: Motive behind the term Characterizing such narratives In the age of social media, doctored narratives can spread quickly and easily, making it more important than ever to fact-check and verify the information we come across before accepting it as truth. Narratives against India Unfortunately, doctored narratives against India are not uncommon, and… Continue reading

[Burning issue] Mob lynching in India

Context What is Mob Lynching? Few statistics related to lynching in India Causes of Mob Lynching in India: Cause Of Concern For Mob Lynching in India Consequences of Mob Lynching in India: International Laws to Deal with Mob Lynching While there is no specific international treaty or convention that addresses mob lynching, several international laws… Continue reading

[Frontline] One year of Russia’s War in Ukraine

A year after Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, there are signs of escalation everywhere. Why did Russia invade Ukraine? The reasons behind Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are complex and multifaceted, and there is no one single cause for the conflict. Present status of the ongoing war Russian advances Who could win the war? How… Continue reading

[Sansad TV] Perspective: India’s Defence Prowess

Context: Aero India 2023 The PM described Aero India as an example of India’s growing potential, saying it’s not only a show, but a reflection of India’s self-confidence and capabilities. What is Aero India? Key highlights of Aero India: Showcasing of domestic defence technologies (1) India’s next-gen indigenous aircraft India’s futuristic indigenous aircraft models which… Continue reading

[Burning Issue] Shiv Sena Party Symbol Conundrum

Context What are party election symbols? How does the Election Commission decide on party symbol disputes? 3 tests formulated by the Supreme Court Following are the three tests and their application as per which the ECI made its decision– Test of Aims and Objects of the Party Constitution “The application of this test will render… Continue reading

[Sansad TV] Diplomatic Dispatch: Operation Dost & India’s role as First Responder

In this article, we will discuss Operation Dost and India’s increasing profile as a first responder and net security provider. Context What is Operation Dost? How swiftly did India respond? Central Idea: HADR Diplomacy Features of HADR Diplomacy Why is it used? India and HADR Diplomacy Instances of India sending aid to natural disaster-hit countries… Continue reading

[Burning Issue] Air India Aircraft Deal and its Significance

Context Details of the Air India order About Indian Aviation Industry What is driving Indian Aviation Sector Growth? How will Indian aviation shape up? Significance of the deal Impacts on bilateral relations Challenges Conclusion Crack Prelims 2023! Talk to our Rankers (Click) FREE 1-to-1 on-call Mentorship by IAS-IPS officers | Discuss doubts, strategy, sources, and… Continue reading

[EPW] Can Canada and India reset their Bilateral Relations?

Context India-Canada Relations: A quick recap History of migration The history of Indian migration to Canada has a long, complex history, beginning in the mid-19th century and continuing to the present day. Today, the community includes people from all regions of India, as well as second and third-generation Canadians of Indian descent. Indo-Canadian’s contribution in… Continue reading

[Burning Issue] Energy Security and Energy Transition

Context What is Energy Security? Why Energy Security is important? What is Energy Transition? Why Energy Transition is needed? Why the alignment of the two concepts seems difficult? How to bring equilibrium between the two? Conclusion “The Stone Age did not end for lack of stone, and the Oil Age will end long before the world… Continue reading

[Sansad TV] Perspective: Anti-Copying Law

Context Uttarakhand Competitive Examination (Measures for Prevention of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Ordinance Key provisions Need for the law Issues with academic cheating/copying Benefits provided by the Law The new anti-cheating law in Uttarakhand is a step in the right direction, for it provides several benefits: Criticisms of the legislation Way forward Crack Prelims 2023!… Continue reading

[Burning Issue] The Adani-Hindenberg Issue

Context About the Hindenberg group and its report Outcome of the report UPSC exam perspective The Brighter Picture Importance of Billionaires for a Nation The case of Adani group and its contribution to India’s growth The Darker Picture Ethical issues with billionaires Conclusion

Sansad TV Perspective: Health of India’s Banking System

Context Why in news? Key indicators from Financial Stability Report (December 2022) What led to improvements of banking prospects? What contributes to resilient and stability in Indian banking system? Achievements of the Indian Banking Sector Systemic risks to Indian Banks Way ahead Crack Prelims 2023! Talk to our Rankers (Click) FREE 1-to-1 on-call Mentorship by… Continue reading

[Burning Issue] Indian Budget and Fiscal Deficit

Context What is a Fiscal Deficit? Current situation of Fiscal Deficit in India What is fiscal consolidation? Is fiscal consolidation legally mandated in India? What is the government doing to achieve fiscal consolidation? What are the challenges? Is there a trade-off between fiscal consolidation and growth? What more can be done? The way forward Conclusion… Continue reading

[Sansad TV] India’s Leadership in Digital Public Goods (DPGs)

Why in news? Context What are Digital Public Goods (DPGs)? How is it different from physical public good? Examples of DPGs Digital public goods in India Key Indian initiative: ‘India Stack’ APIs included in India Stack: The following APIs are considered to be a core part of the India Stack- Why need DPGs? Most significant… Continue reading

[Burning Issue] Relevance of Mahatma Gandhi

Context About Mahatma Gandhi What happened after Gandhi’s Assassination? Ideas of Mahatma Gandhi Concept of Non-Violence: Concept of Satyagraha: Concept of Nai Talim: Concept of Trusteeship: Pillars of Gandhi’s philosophy The main pillars of Gandhi’s philosophy were non-violence, tolerance of others, respect for all religions, and simple life. Compassion: Truth: Secular: Honesty: Dignity: Some famous quotes… Continue reading

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