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10th September

[10th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Regulatory reform stuck in a loop in Health Ministry

PYQ Relevance: Q Bringing out the circumstances in 2005 which forced amendment to the section 3(d) in Indian Patent Law, 1970, discuss how it has been utilized by the Supreme Court in its judgement in rejecting Novartis’ patent application for ‘Glivec’. Discuss briefly the pros and cons of the decision. (UPSC IAS/2013) Q What do… Continue reading [10th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Regulatory reform stuck in a loop in Health Ministry

9th September

[9th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: With or without Chinese companies is the question

PYQ Relevance: Q Can the strategy of regional-resource-based manufacturing help in promoting employment in India?(UPSC IAS/2019) Q “Success of the ‘Make in India’ program depends on the success of the ‘Skill India’ programme and radical labour reforms.” Discuss with logical arguments. (UPSC IAS/2015) Q  “While we flaunt India’s demographic dividend, we ignore the dropping rates… Continue reading [9th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: With or without Chinese companies is the question

7th September

[7th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Stick to fiscal deficit as the norm for fiscal prudence

PYQ Relevance: Q What were the reasons for the introduction of Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act, 2013? Discuss critically its salient features and their effectiveness. (UPSC IAS/2018) Q The public expenditure management is a challenge to the Government of India in the context of budget making during the post-liberalization period. Clarify it. (UPSC… Continue reading [7th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Stick to fiscal deficit as the norm for fiscal prudence

6th September

[6th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Food Security Act has revamped the PDS

PYQ Relevance: Q What are the salient features of the National Food Security Act, 2013? How has the Food Security Bill helped in eliminating hunger and malnutrition in India? (UPSC IAS/2021) Q How far do you agree with the view that the focus on the lack of availability of food as the main cause of… Continue reading [6th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Food Security Act has revamped the PDS

5th September

[5th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sub-classification verdict through Ambedkar’s ideals

PYQ Relevance: Q Whether National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) can enforce the implementation of constitutional reservation for the Scheduled Castes in the religious minority institutions? Examine. (UPSC IAS/2018) Q What are the two major legal initiatives by state since Independence, addressing discrimination against Scheduled Tribes (ST)? (UPSC IAS/2017) Q ‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in… Continue reading [5th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sub-classification verdict through Ambedkar’s ideals

4th September

[UPSC Openhouse] AIR-48, IAS Aaditya Pandey || “Roadmap” for UPSC 2026 | Learn the Important Micro-themes with an IAS Topper || Join on 08th Sept, Sun, 7 PM.

I will share a solid preparation roadmap & strategic blueprint for UPSC 2026—a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point session. IAS, Aaditya Pandey, AIR 48 Register for the session to get preparation roadmap and strategy for UPSC-CSE 2026 Read about AIR-48′ IAS, Aaditya Pandey’s UPSC Mentorship Journey & Preparation I’m Aaditya. I got rank 48 in UPSC 2022. I… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] AIR-48, IAS Aaditya Pandey || “Roadmap” for UPSC 2026 | Learn the Important Micro-themes with an IAS Topper || Join on 08th Sept, Sun, 7 PM.

[4th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A discourse on AI governance that India must shape

PYQ Relevance: Q At the international level, the bilateral relations between most nations are governed by the policy of promoting one’s own national interest without any regard for the interest of other nations. This leads to conflicts and tensions between the nations. How can ethical consideration help resolve such tensions? Discuss with specific examples. (UPSC… Continue reading [4th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A discourse on AI governance that India must shape

3rd September

[3rd September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill is knotty

PYQ Relevance: Q Discuss the recent measures initiated in disaster management by the Government of India departing from the earlier reactive approach. (UPSC IAS/2020) Q Describe various measures taken in India for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) before and after signing ‘Sendai Framework for DRR (2015-2030)’. How is this framework different from ‘Hyogo Framework for Action,… Continue reading [3rd September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill is knotty

2nd September

[2nd September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ​A silent democratic backlash in South Asia 

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 IAS/2022) Q Critically examine the compulsions that prompted India to play a decisive roles in the emergence of Bangladesh. (UPSC IAS/2013) Q The protests in Shahbag… Continue reading [2nd September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ​A silent democratic backlash in South Asia 

31st August

[31st August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The collapse of categories and post-individualism

PYQ Relevance:MainsQ An athlete participates in Olympics for personal triumph and nation’s glory; victors are showered with cash incentives by various agencies, on their return. Discuss the merit of state sponsored talent hunt and its cultivation as against the rationale of a reward mechanism as encouragement. (UPSC IAS/2014) Prelims:Consider the following statements in respect of… Continue reading [31st August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The collapse of categories and post-individualism

30th August

[30th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Connecting the dots in the Kyiv visit

PYQ Relevance: Q Russia and Ukraine war has been going on for the last seven months. Different countries have taken independent stands and actions keeping in view their own national interests. We are all aware that war has its own impact on the different aspects of society, including human tragedy. What are those ethical issues… Continue reading [30th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Connecting the dots in the Kyiv visit

[UPSC Free Openhouse] Mr. Gautam Mohakul, Ministry of Finance On Why is UPSC Preparation Crucial for In-Service Work? || Join on 1st Sept 2024 at 5:30 PM

Register for this unique session to get an insider view of post UPSC selection life on 1st Sept 2024 at 5:30 PM “My UPSC preparation and the academic rigour I applied in the process help me today to deal with the complex challenges of the ministry.” Gautam Mohakul, Deputy Controller of Accounts, Ministry of Finance… Continue reading [UPSC Free Openhouse] Mr. Gautam Mohakul, Ministry of Finance On Why is UPSC Preparation Crucial for In-Service Work? || Join on 1st Sept 2024 at 5:30 PM

29th August

[29th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ​A Silent democratic backlash in South Asia 

PYQ Relevance: Q The proposed withdrawal of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) from Afghanistan in 2014 is fraught with major security implications for the region’s countries. Examine in light of the fact that India is faced with a plethora of challenges and needs to safeguard its own strategic interests. (UPSC IAS/2013) Q ‘India is… Continue reading [29th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ​A Silent democratic backlash in South Asia 

28th August

[28th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ​Reasonable restrictions: On Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s Arrest and Content Hosting 

PYQ Relevance: Q What do understand by the concept “freedom of speech and expression”? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do the films in India stand on a slightly different plane from other forms of expression? Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2014) Q Data security has assumed significant importance in the digitized world due to rising cyber-crimes.… Continue reading [28th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ​Reasonable restrictions: On Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s Arrest and Content Hosting 

27th August

[27th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The heavy shackles of fear and vigilance

PYQ Relevance: Q Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of a large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities. (UPSC IAS/2020)Q What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and… Continue reading [27th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The heavy shackles of fear and vigilance

26th August

[UPSC Masterclass] On How To Prepare Current Affairs For UPSC 2025 || Join on 29th August 2024 AT 7 PM

Register for the free masterclass on ‘Current Affairs For UPSC 2025’ on 29th August 2024 at 7 PM We’re excited to invite you to a transformative webinar that not only covers the ‘what‘ but also the ‘how‘ of mastering current affairs for 2025. Here’s why you should join: Engage with Higher-Order Thinking  This webinar is designed… Continue reading [UPSC Masterclass] On How To Prepare Current Affairs For UPSC 2025 || Join on 29th August 2024 AT 7 PM

[26th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Reality of reel life, exploitation as a structural problem

PYQ Relevance:Q Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of a large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities. (UPSC IAS/2020)Q What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and space?… Continue reading [26th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Reality of reel life, exploitation as a structural problem

24th August

[24th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The annual accusation of board exam mark inflation

PYQ Relevance: Q The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of technical and higher education in the country? Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2015) Q Professor Amartya Sen has advocated important reforms in the realms… Continue reading [24th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The annual accusation of board exam mark inflation

23rd August

[23rd August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Kursk gambit, Ukrainian tactics, and battle realities

PYQ Relevance:Q (a): Russia and Ukraine war has been going on for the last seven months. Different countries have taken independent stands and actions keeping in view their own national interests. We are all aware that war has its own impact on the different aspects of society, including human tragedy. What are those ethical issues… Continue reading [23rd August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Kursk gambit, Ukrainian tactics, and battle realities
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