[14th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A critical message for the urban elite

PYQ Relevance: Q) “Access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy is the sine qua non to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”.Comment on the progress made in India in this regard. (UPSC CSE 2018) Q) Discussion the various social problems which originated out of the speedy process of urbanization in India.(UPSC CSE 2014) Q) To… Continue reading

[12th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: With elections done and dusted, J&K now must return to statehood

PYQ Relevance: Q) The political and administrative reorganization of states and territories has heen a continuous ongoing process since the mid-nineteenth century. Discuss with examples. (UPSC CSE 2022)Q) To what extent is Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, bearing marginal note “Temporary provision with respect to the State of Jammu and Kashmir”, temporary? Discuss the… Continue reading

[11th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The U.K. and ‘leaving lessons’ from the Indian Ocean

PYQ Relevance: Q) What do you understand by ‘The String of Pearls’? How does it impact India? Briefly outline the steps taken by India to counter this. (UPSC CSE 2013)Q) Explain the formation of thousands of islands in the Indonesian and Philippines archipelagos. (UPSC CSE 2014)Q) Project ‘Mausam’ is considered a unique foreign policy initiative… Continue reading

[10th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Mental health in India’s material world

PYQ Relevance: Q). Besides being a moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for sustainable development.” Analyse. (UPSC CSE 2021) Q) The public health system has limitations in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that the private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives… Continue reading

[9th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sunset for the U.K.’s coal-fired power, lessons for India

PYQ Relevance: Q). Describe the major outcomes of the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). What are the commitments made by India in this conference? (UPSC CSE 2021)Q) Explain the purpose of the Green Grid Initiative launched at World Leaders Summit of… Continue reading

[8th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Unpacking the Centre’s affidavit on marital rape

PYQ Relevance: Q). The soul of new law, Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) is Justice, Equality and Impartiality based on Indian culture and ethos. Discuss this in the light of major shift from a doctrine of punishment to justice in the present judicial system. (UPSC CSE 2024) Q) Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women… Continue reading

[7th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh and a travesty of justice

PYQ Relevance: Q). Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct. (UPSC CSE 2022) Q. (a) State the three basic values, universal in nature, in the context of civil services and bring out their importance. (150 words) (b) Distinguish between “Code… Continue reading

[5th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Kerala urgently needs to identify risk zones

PYQ Relevance: Q). Discuss about the vulnerability of India to earthquake-related hazards. Give examples including the salient features of major disasters caused by earthquakes in different parts of India during the last three decades. (UPSC CSE 2021)Q). Describe the various causes and the effects of landslides. Mention the important components of the National Landslide Risk… Continue reading

[3rd October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A case of nothing but patent censorship

PYQ Relevance: Q). Discuss Section 66A of IT Act, with reference to its alleged violation of Article 19 of the Constitution. (UPSC CSE 2013) Q). What do understand by the concept “freedom of speech and expression”? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do films in India stand on a slightly different plane from other… Continue reading

[2nd October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Waqf Bill 2024 is one that needs review

PYQ Relevance: Q). “The diverse nature of India as a multi-religious and multi-ethnic society is not immune to the impact of radicalism which is seen in her neighborhood? Discuss along with strategies to be adopted to counter this environment. (UPSC CSE 2014) Q). What are the challenges to our cultural practices in the name of… Continue reading

[1st October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Having private participation in India’s nuclear energy

PYQ Relevance: Q). Discuss the natural resource potentials of ‘Deccan Trap’. (UPSC CSE 2022)Q). With growing energy needs should India keep on expanding its nuclear energy programme? Discuss the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy. (UPSC CSE 2018) Q). In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of… Continue reading

[30th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Common Practice Standards must have India outlook

PYQ Relevance: Q). Should the pursuit of carbon credits and clean development mechanisms set up under UNFCCC be maintained even though there has been a massive slide in the value of a carbon credit? Discuss with respect to India’s energy needs for economic growth. (UPSC CSE 2014)Q). In the view of the declining average size… Continue reading

[27th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: An opportunity to rethink India’s pension system

PYQ Relevance: Q). Suppose you are an officer in charge of implementing a social service scheme to provide support to old and destitute women. An old and illiterate woman comes to you to avail the benefits of the scheme. However, she needs documents to show that she fulfils the eligibility criteria. But after meeting her… Continue reading

[26th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: China’s warning shots with minerals that run the world

PYQ Relevance: Q). ‘China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbor. (UPSC CSE 2017)Q). With respect to the South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes and rising tension affaire the… Continue reading

[25th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The NCrF as a framework for well-rounded education

PYQ Relevance: Q) National Education Policy 2020 conforms with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient the education system in India. Critically examine the statement. (UPSC CSE 2020) Q) The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of… Continue reading

[24th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Weighing in on business as usual with China

PYQ Relevance: Q) “The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain. (UPSC CSE 2021) Q) Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times Discuss. (UPSC CSE 2020) Q) The China-Pakistan… Continue reading

[21st September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The stakes in Sri Lanka’s ninth Presidential election

PYQ Relevance: Q). ‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in the light of the preceding statement. (UPSC CSE 2022)Q). In respect of India — Sri Lanka relations, discuss how domestic factors influence foreign policy. (UPSC CSE 2013) Mentor’s Comment: The preference for leftist… Continue reading

[20th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Acclamation for an Indian leadership that still endures

PYQ Relevance: Q) Do you think BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like the SAARC? Waht are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian foreign policy objectives realized by forming this new organisation? (UPSC CSE 2022) Q) The Indian Diaspora has an important role to play in the South-East Asian country’s economy and… Continue reading

[18th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Demographic advantage, Indian economy’s sweet spot

PYQ Relevance: [2022] Economic growth in the recent past has been led by an increase in labour productivity.” Explain this statement. Suggest the growth pattern that will lead to the creation of more jobs without compromising labour productivity.[2014] While we ﬂaunt India’s demographic dividend, we ignore the dropping rates of employability.” What are we missing… Continue reading

[17th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Rights of future generations must guide climate debate

PYQ Relevance: Q ‘Climate change’ is a global problem. How India will be affected by climate change? How Himalayan and coastal states of India will be affected by climate change? (UPSC CSE 2015) Q Describe the major outcomes of the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention… Continue reading

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