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Exercise Varuna

Why in the News? India and France recently conducted the 23rd edition of Exercise Varuna, a key bilateral naval exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability and combat readiness between the two countries’ naval forces. About Exercise Varuna Exercise Varuna is a bilateral naval exercise between India and France. It was first initiated in 1993 and officially… Continue reading Exercise Varuna

[22nd March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Charting a route for IORA under India’s chairship

PYQ Relevance: Question: 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? (2022) Reason: This question explores India’s engagement with other regional groupings. India’s experience with BIMSTEC, its objectives, and the… Continue reading [22nd March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Charting a route for IORA under India’s chairship

India’s marginalised Parliament in budgetary affairs

Why in the News? The current budget process reduces the involvement of elected representatives, weakening democratic accountability. How does the current budget process reduce the role of elected representatives and weaken democratic accountability? Executive Monopoly Over Budget Formulation: The Budget is drafted exclusively by the Finance Ministry, with even Cabinet Ministers kept unaware until its… Continue reading India’s marginalised Parliament in budgetary affairs

India and the Arctic

Why in the News? The Russian Ambassador to India recently stated that Russia views India’s interest in the Arctic as a “stabilizing factor.” India-Russia Collaboration in the Arctic India and Russia have strengthened their cooperation in the Arctic, focusing on scientific research, energy resources, and shipping routes: Energy Resources: Joint ventures in Arctic oil and… Continue reading India and the Arctic

Bihar makes fresh demand for Special Category Status

Why in the News? The Nitish Kumar government in Bihar renewed its demand for Special Category Status (SCS) before the 16th Finance Commission, which is currently touring the state. About Special Category Status (SCS) Special Category Status (SCS) is a classification granted to specific states in India facing geographical, socio-economic, and infrastructural challenges. It provides… Continue reading Bihar makes fresh demand for Special Category Status

[21st March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How do habitual offender laws discriminate?

PYQ Relevance: Q Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the Constitution. Comment. (UPSC 2024) Reason: This question relates to the broader issue of systemic barriers preventing marginalized groups from accessing their rights and benefits, which is relevant to the… Continue reading [21st March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How do habitual offender laws discriminate?

Autonomy or Overregulation: Are the New UGC Guidelines a Step Forward?

NOTE4STUDENTS: The article explains the key updates in the UGC Draft Regulations, 2025. It covers changes in Vice-Chancellor (VC) appointments, teacher recruitment, and the larger debate on federalism in higher education. UPSC often explores education policies under governance, federalism, and social issues. Many struggle to connect current affairs to syllabus topics like governance and federalism,… Continue reading Autonomy or Overregulation: Are the New UGC Guidelines a Step Forward?

What is a Sonic Weapon?

Why in the News? It is alleged that Serbian Police used a banned sonic weapon to disperse protesters in Belgrade. What are Sonic Weapons? Sonic or acoustic weapons are devices designed to emit loud sounds over long distances, including both audible and inaudible sound waves. These waves can cause pain, discomfort, or disorientation. While sound… Continue reading What is a Sonic Weapon?

Spring Equinox, 2025

Why in the News? March 20 marks the arrival of the vernal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, signaling the beginning of the spring season. What are Equinoxes? An equinox occurs when the Earth’s axis is not tilted toward or away from the Sun, resulting in equal length of day and night across the planet. Equinoxes… Continue reading Spring Equinox, 2025

Health Expenditure at 1.84% of GDP

Why in the News? The Union government has steadily increased its spending on healthcare, with the expenditure rising to 1.84% of GDP in 2021-22, up from 1.15% in 2013-14. Overview of India’s Health Expenditure India has shown a consistent increase in government spending on healthcare, reflecting a growing commitment to improving the public healthcare system.… Continue reading Health Expenditure at 1.84% of GDP

[20th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A delimitation red Flag — the lessons from J&K, Assam

PYQ Relevance:  Q “The states in India seem reluctant to empower urban local bodies both functionally as well as financially.” Comment. (2023) Reason: It touches upon the broader theme of federalism and the distribution of power within the Indian political system, which is relevant to concerns about the Union government’s role and potential influence in… Continue reading [20th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A delimitation red Flag — the lessons from J&K, Assam

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