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Miller-Urey Hypothesis

Why in the News? A recent study led by Stanford University chemist Richard Zare has introduced a novel perspective on the origins of life on Earth, providing an alternative to the well-known Miller-Urey hypothesis. About the Miller-Urey Hypothesis The Miller-Urey hypothesis emerged from an experiment conducted in 1952 by chemists Stanley Miller and Harold Urey.… Continue reading Miller-Urey Hypothesis

[18th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How climate change affects India’s wheat production

PYQ Relevance:  Q Discuss the consequences of climate change on food security in tropical countries. (UPSC 2023) Reason: This question directly addresses the impact of climate change on food security. Mentor’s Comment:  UPSC mains have always focused on the strategy of consequences of climate change on the food security (2023) and the ‘Climate Change’ is… Continue reading [18th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How climate change affects India’s wheat production

Why are electoral reforms necessary?

Why in the News? Recently, the Election Commission (EC) has invited political parties for discussions on enhancing the electoral process. What are the key legal provisions governing the electoral process in India?  Article 324 of the Constitution – Grants the Election Commission (EC) the power of superintendence, direction, and control over elections to Parliament, State… Continue reading Why are electoral reforms necessary?

[pib] PM’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0)

Why in the News? The Ministry of Education, Department of Higher Education, launched the PM-YUVA 3.0 (Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors) on 11th March 2025. About the PM-YUVA Scheme PM-YUVA 3.0 was launched on 11th March 2025, building upon the success of the first two editions, which focused on themes like national movement… Continue reading [pib] PM’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0)

Five Eyes Alliance (FVEY)

Why in the News? Recently a White House official has proposed expelling Canada from the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance. This comes as Donald Trump pressures Canada, even suggesting it could be transformed into the 51st U.S. state. About the Five Eyes Alliance (FVEY): The FVEY is a global intelligence-sharing network comprising 5 Anglosphere countries: Australia,… Continue reading Five Eyes Alliance (FVEY)

Six sites added to India’s tentative list by UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre

Why in the News? The Union Minister of Culture and Tourism has announced the addition of six sites to India’s tentative UNESCO World Heritage List. About the Sites Details Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs (Telangana) Located in Mudumal region, Nalgonda district, Telangana. Dates back to 1000 BCE to 500 BCE, associated with Iron Age. Famous for menhirs,… Continue reading Six sites added to India’s tentative list by UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre

[17th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The challenges of public health education in India

PYQ Relevance: Q) “In a crucial domain like the public healthcare system, the Indian State should play a vital role to contain the adverse impact of marketisation of the system. Suggest some measures through which the State can enhance the reach of public healthcare at the grassroots level.” (2024) Reason: This question requires an understanding… Continue reading [17th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The challenges of public health education in India

Air Pollution will Lower India’s Solar Generation Capacity: Study

Why in the News? A new study by IIT Delhi, published in Environmental Research Letters (November 2024), reveals that air pollution and climate change are undermining solar panel efficiency in India. Key Findings of the IIT Delhi Study Efficiency Loss Forecast: Scenario 1 (Moderate climate efforts): Solar panel efficiency is projected to decline by more… Continue reading Air Pollution will Lower India’s Solar Generation Capacity: Study

Definition of ‘Tribe’ in India

Why in the News?   At the recent Indian Anthropology Congress officials from the Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI) and National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) called for a shift in defining tribes. Instead of a rigid binary classification—tribe or not—they advocate for a “spectrum of tribalness”. About Scheduled Tribes (STs) STs are defined under Article… Continue reading Definition of ‘Tribe’ in India

Neurobiological basis of Substance Abuse Addiction

Why in the News? A groundbreaking study at the University of British Columbia, published in Nature Mental Health, reveals that addiction involves a complex neural circuit regulating cravings, emotions, and decision-making, shifting approaches to treatment and recovery. Key Findings of the Research: Addiction Alters a Network of Brain Regions:  A multi-center study analyzing 144 neuroimaging… Continue reading Neurobiological basis of Substance Abuse Addiction

[13th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The dangerous illusion cast by development rankings

PYQ Relevance: Q)  It is argued that the strategy of inclusive growth is intended to meet the objectives of inclusiveness and sustainability together. Comment on this statement. (UPSC CSE 2019)   Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on the strategy of objectives of inclusiveness and sustainability together (2019) and the perspective of inclusive growth… Continue reading [13th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The dangerous illusion cast by development rankings

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