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[pib] New Policy Initiatives in Agriculture Sector

Why in the News? The Government of India, recognizing agriculture as a State subject, actively supports State governments through various policy measures and budgetary allocations aimed at improving the welfare of farmers. Below are some key initiatives approved by the Union Cabinet: Clean Plant Programme (CPP) Approval Date: 09.08.2024 ; Outlay: ₹1,765.67 crore Objective: Enhance… Continue reading [pib] New Policy Initiatives in Agriculture Sector

[10th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: In energy-dependent world, the issue of food security

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 CSE 2021) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have always focused on ‘Food Security’ (in 2021), ‘conventional energy generation’ (in 2020) and ‘India’s Energy Security’ (in 2017). “Food… Continue reading [10th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: In energy-dependent world, the issue of food security

On reforms in merchant shipping

Why in the News? The government is set to introduce the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024, and the Coastal Shipping Bill, of 2024, aiming to drive critical reforms and deliver transformative changes to strengthen and revitalize the shipping industry. Have the Merchant Shipping Act, of 1958, and the Coasting Vessels Act, of 1838 failed?  The Merchant… Continue reading On reforms in merchant shipping

Indians need the right to disconnect

Why in the News? After an EY employee’s death allegedly linked to work pressure, a report highlights Indian women in professions like IT and auditing exceeding 55-hour workweeks, with marginalized unorganized sector workers facing varied hours. What are the present issues arising at Workplaces in India? Long Working Hours: Many Indian professionals, especially women in… Continue reading Indians need the right to disconnect

National Food Security Act, 2013

Why in the News? The Supreme Court remarked that a long-term solution to food security issues is generating employment, while advocate Prashant Bhushan pointed out that the National Food Security Act (NFSA) still relies on 2011 census data. About National Food Security Act, 2013: Details Launch  NFSA was signed into law on 12th September 2013,… Continue reading National Food Security Act, 2013

[pib] India-Australia CCEA Stocktake

Why in the News? A stocktake visit for the India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) recently concluded in New Delhi. Key Takeaways from the Meet The discussions covered a wide range of critical aspects of the CECA, including: Trade in goods and services Mobility and agri-tech cooperation Market access modalities that align with India’s food… Continue reading [pib] India-Australia CCEA Stocktake

[9th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A good beginning but China negotiations must continue

PYQ Relevance:Q) The West is fostering India as an alternative to reduce dependence on China’s supply chain and as a strategically to counter China’s political and economic dominance.” Explain this statement with examples. (UPSC CSE 2024) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains is recently focusing on growing Chinese dominance in West and Central Asia (2024) and the… Continue reading [9th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A good beginning but China negotiations must continue

Gamify India’s skilling initiatives

Why in the News? Gamified and simulation-based learning can enhance workforce training by integrating game elements and virtual environments, enabling learners to practice and apply skills safely, improving both training quality and outcomes. What are the present skilling challenges in India? Limited Access to Vocational Training: According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey 2022-23, only… Continue reading Gamify India’s skilling initiatives

The issue of India’s economic growth versus emissions

Why in the News? The Economic Survey (2023-24) claims that India has managed to grow its economy without significantly increasing its greenhouse gas emissions. This claim has sparked the debate about actual sustainable growth in India. What does the Economic Survey (2023-24) say about GHG emissions? Relative Decoupling Achieved: Between 2005 and 2019, India’s GDP… Continue reading The issue of India’s economic growth versus emissions

The row over tungsten mining near Madurai

Why in the News? Environmental activists protested outside the Madurai District Collector’s office (Tamil Nadu), voicing their opposition to Vedanta’s auction win for Tungsten Mining Rights in Melur, following the Ministry of Mines‘ announcement Why have there been protests over mining Rights? Environmental Concerns: Activists and residents are vehemently opposing the tungsten mining project due… Continue reading The row over tungsten mining near Madurai

Emissions Gap Report 2024

Why in the News? According to the recently released ‘Emission Gap Report 2024’ presented by UNEP, Global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions have reached a new high of 57.1 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent in 2023, a 1.3% rise compared to 2022. What are the key points of Emissions Gap Report 2024? Urgent Emission Reduction Targets:… Continue reading Emissions Gap Report 2024

What is the Turner Prize?

Why in the News? Jasleen Kaur, an Indian-origin artist, was awarded the Turner Prize for her exhibit that pays tribute to her family’s history of migration to Scotland. What is the Turner Prize? About Named after JMW Turner (1775-1851), known for his dramatic seascapes and innovative use of color and light, it was first awarded… Continue reading What is the Turner Prize?

Civil Services

Civil Services: “While governments may come and go, ministers may rise and fall, the administration of a country goes on forever. Needless to say, civil services form the backbone of administration”.   – Ramsay Muir “…you will not have a united India, if you have not a good all-India service which has the independence of… Continue reading Civil Services

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