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12th June

[12 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s Looming Financial Crisis

PYQ Relevance:  Q. The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services strengthens the case for the merger of the two regulatory agencies, namely SEBI and IRDA. Justify. (UPSC IAS/2013) Q. Industrial growth rate has lagged behind in the overall growth of Gross-Domestic-Product (GDP) in the post-reform period”… Continue reading [12 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s Looming Financial Crisis

11th June

[11 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: From warp speed to reset, the state of India-US ties

PYQ Relevance: Q How will the I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India’s position in global politics? (UPSC IAS/2022) Q Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2020) Mentors comment: A year after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to… Continue reading [11 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: From warp speed to reset, the state of India-US ties

10th June

[10 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Bareilly case and a flawed criminal justice system

PYQ Relevance: Prelims: Q) Consider the following statements: (UPSC CSE 2023)Statement-1: In India, prisons are managed State Governments with their own rules and regulations for the day-to-day administration of prisons.Statement-2: In India, prisons are governed by the Prisons Act, 1894 which expressly kept the subject of prisons in the control of Provincial Governments.Which one of… Continue reading [10 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Bareilly case and a flawed criminal justice system

[UPSC’25 Beginner’s Webinar] On Note-Making using Progressive Summarization & Finding Focus in UPSC Preparation

By attending this webinar, you’ll gain access to an advanced note-making technique used by top rankers. This unique approach will not only enhance your focus but also teach you the art of connecting the dots, giving you a competitive edge in the UPSC-CSE exam. Join FREE Webinar on 11th June, 7:30 pm Let me ask… Continue reading [UPSC’25 Beginner’s Webinar] On Note-Making using Progressive Summarization & Finding Focus in UPSC Preparation

8th June

[8 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Centre is notional, the States the real entities

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q) From the resolution of contentious issues regarding the distribution of legislative powers by the courts, the ‘Principle of Federal Supremacy’ and ‘Harmonious Construction’ have emerged. Explain. (UPSC CSE 2019) Q) Explain the rationale behind the Goods and Services Tax (Compensation to States) Act of 2017. How has COVID-19 impacted the GST compensation… Continue reading [8 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Centre is notional, the States the real entities

7th June

[7th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Health regulations need a base-to-top approach

PYQ Relevance 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 do you suggest? (UPSC IAS/2015) Q In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly… Continue reading [7th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Health regulations need a base-to-top approach

6th June

[6th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The roads to India’s re-democratisation, the challenge

PYQ Relevance: Q To what extent, in your opinion, has the decentralisation of power in India changed the governance landscape at the grassroots? (UPSC IAS/2022) Q How far do you think cooperation, competition and confrontation have shaped the nature of federation in India? Cite some recent examples to validate your answer.(UPSC IAS/2020) Mentor’s comment: The… Continue reading [6th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The roads to India’s re-democratisation, the challenge

5th June

[5th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Election results 2024: How India read the election, how the BJP reads the result

PYQ Relevance: Q “While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy.” Comment. (UPSC IAS/2022) Q “The Indian party system is passing through a phase of transition which looks to be full of contradictions and paradoxes.” Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2016) Mentor’s Comment: The 2024 Indian general elections… Continue reading [5th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Election results 2024: How India read the election, how the BJP reads the result

4th June

[4th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Property is real, and so should the ‘compensation’

Mains PYQ Relevance:  Q) Starting from inventing the ‘basic structure’ doctrine, the judiciary has played a highly proactive role in ensuring that India develops into a thriving democracy. In light of the statement, evaluate the role played by judicial activism in achieving the ideals of democracy. (UPSC IAS/2014) Q) The Supreme Court of India keeps… Continue reading [4th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Property is real, and so should the ‘compensation’

[Working Junta Webinar] Year-long Current Affairs Strategy for Working Professionals

Learn the effective current affairs strategy used by AIR 2 Animesh Pradhan (UPSC 2023) of preparing for UPSC as a working professional Join FREE Webinar on 7th June, 7:30 pm Get Mentorship & Current Affairs Based Sample Timetable (Only first 50 registrants) Being a Working Professional & preparing for the UPSC exam simultaneously is tough.… Continue reading [Working Junta Webinar] Year-long Current Affairs Strategy for Working Professionals

3rd June

[3 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The message from the Andhra Pradesh bifurcation

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q) The political and administrative reorganization of states and territories has been a continuous ongoing process since the mid-nineteenth century. Discuss with examples. (UPSC CSE 2022)Q) In the context of the diversity of India, can it be said that the regions form cultural units rather than the states? Give reasons with examples for… Continue reading [3 June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The message from the Andhra Pradesh bifurcation

1st June

[UPSC Topper Open House ’25/26] Prep Strategy for UPSC 2025 – Prelims till Interview

Begin your UPSC Prep for 2025 by Guidance from Wardah Khan (IFS, AIR 18). It is an Open House event with Wardah as the our special guest to help new UPSC Aspirants with a Complete Preparation Strategy for UPSC 2025 – Prelims till Interview. Join FREE Seminar on 3rd June, 2:30 pm We are thrilled… Continue reading [UPSC Topper Open House ’25/26] Prep Strategy for UPSC 2025 – Prelims till Interview

30th May

[30 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: India, liberalism and its crisis of legitimacy

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q. Explain how the foundations of the modern world were laid by the American and French revolutions. (UPSC IAS/2016) Q. “Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human rights violation”. Examine the statement concerning the ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to… Continue reading [30 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: India, liberalism and its crisis of legitimacy

29th May

[UPSC Beginners Webinar ’25/26] Mains Ready before Prelims | Clear UPSC in 1 Attempt with Mains Prep

Begin your UPSC Prep with Mains through Interlinking Notes-Making (using Syllabus, Sources & PYQs) + Answer Writing. Mains Prep Strategy for 2025 with Arvind Sir (Lead, Mains Program). Join FREE Webinar on 1st June, 7:00 pm 100% UPSC aspirants know that Mains Prep is important. Yet 99% will end up only preparing the exam from… Continue reading [UPSC Beginners Webinar ’25/26] Mains Ready before Prelims | Clear UPSC in 1 Attempt with Mains Prep

[29 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Constitution, a surprise entrant in poll battlefield

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q. Discuss each adjective attached to the word ‘Republic’ in the preamble. Are they defendable in the present circumstances stances? (UPSC IAS/2016)Q. ‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of ‘Constitutional Morality’ with the help of relevant judicial decisions. (UPSC IAS/2021)… Continue reading [29 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Constitution, a surprise entrant in poll battlefield

28th May

[28 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Playing to the gallery can be injurious to Rail safety

PYQ Relevance:Mains: Q) The setting up of a Rail Tariff Authority to regulate fares will subject the cash-strapped Indian Railways to demand subsidy for obligation to operate non-profitable routes and services. Taking into account the experience in the power sector, discuss if the proposed reform is expected to benefit the consumers, the Indian Railways or the… Continue reading [28 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Playing to the gallery can be injurious to Rail safety

[यूपीएससी हिंदी वेबिनार ’25/26] तैयारी की 3-कड़ी: नोट्स-मेकिंग, करंट अफेयर्स और PYQs से सफलता की ओर

अर्पित (AIR 136 – हिंदी मीडियम 2nd टॉपर) के साथ अगले वर्ष रैंक पाने के लिए एक हिंदी अभ्यर्थी के रूप में उत्तम नोट्स बनाएं। 31 मई, शाम 7:00 बजे वेबिनार में शामिल हों हिंदी माध्यम के अभ्यर्थी को अंतिम सूची में जगह बनाने के लिए क्या करना होगा? नहीं, यह सिर्फ नोट्स बनाने से… Continue reading [यूपीएससी हिंदी वेबिनार ’25/26] तैयारी की 3-कड़ी: नोट्स-मेकिंग, करंट अफेयर्स और PYQs से सफलता की ओर

27th May

[27 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The spectre of nuclear conflict, once again

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q) With growing energy needs should India keep on expanding its nuclear energy programme? Discuss the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy. (250 Words, 15 Marks) (UPSC CSE 2018)Q) In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its… Continue reading [27 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The spectre of nuclear conflict, once again

25th May

[25 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The missing links in IMEC, as shown by the Gaza war

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q) The China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is viewed as a cardinal subset of China’s larger ‘One Belt One Road’ initiative. Give a brief description of CPEC and enumerate the reasons why India has distanced itself from the same. (150 Words, 10 Marks). (UPSC CSE 2018) Q) What introduces friction into the… Continue reading [25 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The missing links in IMEC, as shown by the Gaza war
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