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21st August

[21st August 2024] India’s Ethanol Blending Target: Progress, Challenges, and Regional Dynamics

Why in the News?  India is on track to achieve its ambitious goal of blending 20% ethanol with petrol by 2025-26. While significant progress has been made in increasing ethanol production, the initiative is not without its challenges. The food versus fuel debate and concerns about fuel efficiency in existing vehicles continue to loom large… Continue reading [21st August 2024] India’s Ethanol Blending Target: Progress, Challenges, and Regional Dynamics

20th August

[20th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘livery of India’s freedom’ is under threat

PYQ Relevance:Mains:Q.1 Bring out the constructive programmes of Mahatma Gandhi during the Non-Cooperation Movement and Civil Disobedience Movement. (UPSC IAS/2021) Q.2 Can the strategy of regional-resource-based manufacturing help in promoting employment in India? (UPSC IAS/2019)  Note4Students:  Prelims: Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC); Mains: Challenges related to khadi industry; Mentor comments:  The khadi industry in India… Continue reading [20th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘livery of India’s freedom’ is under threat

19th August

[UPSC Openhouse] IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59 || Clear Mains without rote learning || Join my session to learn Brainstorming and Answer Thinking || 21th Aug At 7PM

I relied on my brainstorming technique instead of rote learning, note-making and writing tests. IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59, UPSC CSE 2023 Register for UPSC Mains Masterclass By IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59, On 21st August 2024 at 7 PM Read what IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59 has to say about his… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59 || Clear Mains without rote learning || Join my session to learn Brainstorming and Answer Thinking || 21th Aug At 7PM

[19th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: New migrant realities in Karnataka’s gig sector

PYQ Relevance: Q  How globalization has led to the reduction of employment in the formal sector of the Indian economy? Is increased informalization detrimental to the development of the country?  (UPSC IAS/2016) Q Examine the role of ‘Gig Economy’ in the process of empowerment of women in India. (UPSC IAS/2021) Q Besides the welfare schemes,… Continue reading [19th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: New migrant realities in Karnataka’s gig sector

17th August

[17th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The essence of India’s inflation problem

PYQ Relevance: Q.1) Do you agree with the view that steady GDP growth and low inflation have left the Indian economy in good shape? Give reasons in support of your arguments. (UPSC IAS/2019) Q.2) Besides the welfare schemes, India needs deft management of inflation and unemployment to serve the poor and the underprivileged sections of… Continue reading [17th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The essence of India’s inflation problem

16th August

[16th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  An obstinate refusal to focus on welfare

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q. 1 Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of policy process. Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2014)  Q. 2 Hunger and Poverty are the biggest challenges for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how… Continue reading [16th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  An obstinate refusal to focus on welfare

15th August

[15th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The trial that progressed rapidly towards Independence

PYQ Relevance:Mains: Q  Highlight the importance of the new objectives that got added to the vision of Indian Independence since the twenties of the last century. (UPSC IAS/2017)Q Why did the armies of the British East India Company – mostly comprising of Indian Soldiers – win consistently against the more numerous and better-equipped armies of the… Continue reading [15th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The trial that progressed rapidly towards Independence

[UPSC Openhouse] IAS Khushhali Solanki, AIR 61 || How to Add Value to Your Mains Answers || Join my session to learn how I scored 462 marks in GS Mains || 16th Aug At 7PM

The UPSC Mains evolved to another level. Now average answers doesn’t cut it. You need to add X factors in your answers and enrich them using data, facts and reports. Majority aspirants struggle to align their preparation according to the need of this exam. IAS Khushhali Solanki, AIR 61, UPSC’23 Register for UPSC Mains Masterclass… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] IAS Khushhali Solanki, AIR 61 || How to Add Value to Your Mains Answers || Join my session to learn how I scored 462 marks in GS Mains || 16th Aug At 7PM

14th August

[14th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The shock-effects of South Asian tumult

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 Do you think that BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like the SAARC? What are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian foreign policy objectives realized by forming this new organisation?  (UPSC IAS/2022)  Q2 Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive role in the emergence… Continue reading [14th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The shock-effects of South Asian tumult

13th August

[13th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Disinformation, AI and ‘cyber chakravyuh’

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q. Discuss different types of cyber crimes and measures required to be taken to fight the menace. (UPSC IAS/2020)Q. “The emergence of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Digital Revolution) has initiated e-Governance as an integral part of government”. Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2020) Note4Students:  Mains: Challenges due to AI in 2024; Mentor comment: Concerns in… Continue reading [13th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Disinformation, AI and ‘cyber chakravyuh’

12th August

[12th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Parties, serious crimes and the need for judicial clarity

PYQ Relevance:Mains:  Q) Money laundering poses a serious security threat to a country’s economic sovereignty. What is its significance for India and what steps are required to be taken to control this menace? (2013) Q) Discuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering both… Continue reading [12th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Parties, serious crimes and the need for judicial clarity

11th August

[Ranker Webinar] Rimita Saha, IAS on achieving an IAS Rank as a Working Professional or College Student || Join on 13th August 2024 At 7 PM

The UPSC Civil Services exam does not have a single path to success. People from all walks of life-working professionals, college students, and even homemakers-clear this exam at their own pace. Rimita Saha, IAS, MTech from IIT Delhi, worked as an Assistant Professor Register for the UPSC Masterclass by Rimita Saha, IAS 13th August 2024… Continue reading [Ranker Webinar] Rimita Saha, IAS on achieving an IAS Rank as a Working Professional or College Student || Join on 13th August 2024 At 7 PM

10th August

[10th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Refugee rights, the gendered nature of displacement

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 “Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation”. Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society.  (UPSC IAS/2021)  Q2 Cross-border movement of insurgents is only one of the several… Continue reading [10th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Refugee rights, the gendered nature of displacement

9th August

[9th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A moment for just transition litigation to take wing

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 “Policy contradictions among various competing sectors and stakeholders have resulted in inadequate ‘protection and prevention of degradation to the environment.” Comment with relevant illustrations. (UPSC IAS/2018)  Q2 Environmental Impact Assessment studies are increasingly undertaken before a project is cleared by the Government. Discuss the environmental impacts of coal-fired thermal plants located… Continue reading [9th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A moment for just transition litigation to take wing

8th August

[8th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  The leader who lost touch with Bangladesh

PYQ Relevance: Q. The protests in Shahbag Square in Dhaka in Bangladesh reveal a fundamental split in society between the nationalists and Islamic forces. What is its significance for India? (UPSC IAS/2013) Q. Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive roles in the emergence of Bangladesh. (UPSC IAS/2013) Mentors’ comment: The… Continue reading [8th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  The leader who lost touch with Bangladesh

[Ranker Webinar For UPSC 2026] By AIR -2, Animesh Pradhan On Qualifying UPSC In First Attempt || Join on 09th August 2024 At 7 PM.

You don’t need more beginner level advice. What you need is a High Momentum plan and Support System. Animesh Pradhan, AIR -2, 1st Attempt, UAP’23 Mentorship Student Register for the UPSC Masterclass by AIR -2 on 09th August 2024 at 7:00 to get yearlong mentorship & study plan for UPSC-CSE Read about AIR-2′ Animesh Pradhan’s… Continue reading [Ranker Webinar For UPSC 2026] By AIR -2, Animesh Pradhan On Qualifying UPSC In First Attempt || Join on 09th August 2024 At 7 PM.

7th August

[7th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Powering up to get to the $30-trillion economy point

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 Define potential GDP and explain its determinants. What are the factorsthat have been inhibiting India from realizing its potential GDP?  (UPSC IAS/2020) Q2 Explain the difference between the computing methodology of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) before the year 2015 and after the year 2015. (UPSC IAS/2021)  Note4Students:  Mains:  Challenges related to… Continue reading [7th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Powering up to get to the $30-trillion economy point

6th August

[6th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The social benefits of stock market speculation

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 Comment on the important changes introduced in respect of the Long-term Capital Gains Tax (LCGT) and Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT) in the Union Budget for 2018-2019. (UPSC IAS/2018)  Q2 Distinguish between Capital Budget and Revenue Budget. Explain the components of both these Budgets. (UPSC IAS/2021)  Prelims:  Under which of the following… Continue reading [6th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The social benefits of stock market speculation

5th August

[5th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The psychology of extravagance

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 Critically discuss the objectives of Bhoodan and Gramdan movements initiated by Acharya Vinoba Bhave and their success.  (UPSC IAS/2013)  Q2 Can the vicious cycle of gender inequality, poverty and malnutrition be broken through microfinancing of women SHGs? Explain with examples.  (UPSC IAS/2021)  Note4Students:  Mains: Reason behind the inequality in India ;… Continue reading [5th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The psychology of extravagance

4th August

[UPSC Openhouse] How To Plan Each Day Of Your UPSC Preparation? Next 3 months strategy for UPSC 2025 || Join on 06th August 2024 At 7 PM.

Small daily improvements are the key to long-term, extraordinary success. IRS Pritesh (UAP’23 Mentorship Student) Register for the free masterclass on 06th August 2024 at 7 PM A rare session where Mentor and Mentee come together to discuss how they made it happen. Introducing Pritesh, our UAP 23 Mentorship student who cleared UPSC with flying… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] How To Plan Each Day Of Your UPSC Preparation? Next 3 months strategy for UPSC 2025 || Join on 06th August 2024 At 7 PM.
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