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30th October

Bulldozer Justice: Balancing Legal Principles and the Quest for Justice

Why this? SC called to address extra-legal demolitions like ‘Bulldozer justice’ at a pan-India level. We have drawn a chronology of SC judgments from 1978 to 2024 so you get comfortable with legal concerns. However, the quick revision table for Legal Principles & Bulldozer violations is the most important takeaway. You can use it for… Continue reading Bulldozer Justice: Balancing Legal Principles and the Quest for Justice

[30th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A picture of a growing economic divide in India

PYQ Relevance: Q) Explain the rationale behind the Goods and Services Tax (Compensation to States) Act of 2017. How has COVID-19 impacted the GST compensation fund and created new federal tensions? (UPSC CSE 2020)Q) How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the States to improve their fiscal position? (UPSC CSE… Continue reading [30th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A picture of a growing economic divide in India

How Many Exams Are There in UPSC?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is instrumental in shaping India’s administrative framework by selecting competent candidates for various civil services. Beyond just examinations, the UPSC also emphasises the significance of ethical governance and public service values in its recruitment process. It is responsible for conducting various exams for recruitment to Civil Services.  In that… Continue reading How Many Exams Are There in UPSC?

29th October

[29th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The under-representation of women in the judiciary

PYQ Relevance: Q) Discuss the desirability of greater representation to women in the higher judiciary to ensure diversity, equity and inclusiveness. (UPSC CSE 2021)Q) Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgment on ‘The National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ with reference to the appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India. (UPSC CSE 2017) Mentor’s Comment:… Continue reading [29th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The under-representation of women in the judiciary

List of Compulsory Subjects for UPSC Exam (Prelims & Mains)

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) Civils exam is conducted in two stages: Prelims and Mains. While Prelims is qualifying, UPSC Mains is the main scoring exam. There are both compulsory and optional subjects in the exam for aspirants. Compulsory subjects for the UPSC exam are mandatory for every candidate to attend, while optional subjects allow… Continue reading List of Compulsory Subjects for UPSC Exam (Prelims & Mains)

28th October

[28th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The private sector holds the key to India’s e-bus push

PYQ Relevance: Q) Why is Public Private Partnership (PPP) required in infrastructural projects? Examine the role of PPP model in the redevelopment of Railway Stations in India. (UPSC CSE 2022) Q) Examine the development of Airports in India through joint ventures under Public – Private Partnership (PPP) model. What are the challenges faced by the… Continue reading [28th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The private sector holds the key to India’s e-bus push

26th October

[26th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sharpen the anti-defection law, strengthen democracy

PYQ Relevance: Q) The role of individual MPs (Members of Parliament) has diminished over the years and as a result healthy constructive debates on policy issues are not usually witnessed. How far can this be attributed to the anti-defection law, which was legislated but with a different intention? (UPSC CSE 2013) Q) The Individual Parliamentarian’s… Continue reading [26th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sharpen the anti-defection law, strengthen democracy

25th October

[25th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Gaza war and the Global South’s ‘interventions’

PYQ Relevance: [2018] India’s relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which cannot be rolled back.” Discuss.[2022] How will I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India’s position in global politics?Prelims:[2013]  The term “two-state solution” is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of: (a) China (b) Israel (c)… Continue reading [25th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Gaza war and the Global South’s ‘interventions’

Why is the UPSC Exam the toughest Exam in India?

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) exam is conducted to select candidates for various administrative posts in India like IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and more. It is considered the most prestigious exam as successful candidates are inducted into the top bureaucrat positions across the Indian administration. However, there is a general perception that UPSC is one… Continue reading Why is the UPSC Exam the toughest Exam in India?

24th October

[24th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Manipur crisis, the issue of managing diversity

PYQ Relevance: Q) Human right activists constantly highlight the fact that the Armed forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) is a draconian act leading to cases of human right abuses by security forces. What sections of AFSPA are opposed by the activists. Critically evaluate the requirement with reference to the view held by Apex Court.… Continue reading [24th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Manipur crisis, the issue of managing diversity

23rd October

[23rd October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Working toward a meaningful ‘victims’ register’ in Bastar

PYQ Relevance: Q) Naxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. In this context, discuss the emerging issues and suggest a multilayered strategy to tackle the menace of Naxalism. (UPSC CSE 2022) Q) What are the determinants of left-wing extremism in Eastern part of India? What strategy should… Continue reading [23rd October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Working toward a meaningful ‘victims’ register’ in Bastar

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18th October

भारत में हरित क्रांति

परिचय  1940 में रिचर्ड ब्राडली ने भारत को “भिखारी का कटोरा” कहा क्योंकि यह भारी मात्रा में खाद्यान्न आयात के लिए अमेरिका पर निर्भर था।   हरित क्रांति 1960 के दशक में नॉर्मन बोरलॉग द्वारा शुरू की गई एक पहल थी। उन्हें विश्व में ‘हरित क्रांति के जनक’ के रूप में जाना जाता है।   इस प्रयास… Continue reading भारत में हरित क्रांति

[18th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A modified UBI policy may be more feasible

PYQ Relevance: Q)  “An essential condition to eradicate poverty is to liberate the poor from the process of deprivation.” Substantiate this statement with suitable examples. (UPSC CSE 2016)Q) ‘Despite implementation of various programmes for eradication of poverty by the government in India, poverty is still existing’. Explain by giving reasons. (UPSC CSE 2018)Q) “The incidence… Continue reading [18th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A modified UBI policy may be more feasible

17th October

[17th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The battle cry for justice in the ‘City of Joy’

PYQ Relevance: Q) Women empowerment in India needs gender budgeting. What are requirements and status of gender budgeting in the Indian context? (UPSC CSE 2016) Q) What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and space? (UPSC CSE 2019) Q) “Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social… Continue reading [17th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The battle cry for justice in the ‘City of Joy’
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