UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The Washington Consensus emerged in 1989 as a dominant framework for economic reform. It promoted liberalisation, privatisation, and deregulation as solutions for economic crises in developing countries. International financial institutions promoted these reforms as a universal model for growth and stability. Over time, financial crises, social backlash,… Continue reading The fate of the Washington Consensus, once talisman
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War in West Asia and the Crisis of Indian Seafarer Abandonment
UPSC Syllabus– GS Paper 2- Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora — their Structure, Mandate Introduction The ongoing conflict in West Asia has brought a long-ignored maritime crisis into sharp focus – the abandonment of seafarers. With at least three Indian sailors killed in attacks near the Persian Gulf and dozens more stranded, the war… Continue reading War in West Asia and the Crisis of Indian Seafarer Abandonment
SWAMIH: A Policy Lifeline for India’s Housing Sector
UPSC Syllabus– GS 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Introduction For millions of Indian families, a home represents a lifetime of savings and aspirations. Yet by 2019, nearly 4.58 lakh housing units across 1,509 stalled projects- requiring Rs. 55,000 crore to complete – left homebuyers trapped… Continue reading SWAMIH: A Policy Lifeline for India’s Housing Sector
Renewable Transition in India: Policy and Institutional Bottlenecks
Source: The post “Renewable Transition in India: Policy and Institutional Bottlenecks” has been created, based on “India’s renewable transition caught between stranded power and institutional Inertia” published in “The Hindu” on 13 March 2026. Renewable Transition in India: Policy and Institutional Bottlenecks. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: India has made significant progress in expanding… Continue reading Renewable Transition in India: Policy and Institutional Bottlenecks
Women’s Political Participation in India
UPSC Syllabus: GS paper- Issues related to women, GS paper II- Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Introduction Women’s participation in electoral politics in India has expanded significantly over the past six decades. Women now vote in numbers almost equal to men, and… Continue reading Women’s Political Participation in India
Preparing India for a true innovation-led economy
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Introduction India faces a clear paradox in research, development, and innovation (RDI). Government ambition has grown through large funding commitments, regulatory reforms, and better global rankings. However, outcomes remain weak. R&D spending is low, global technological influence is… Continue reading Preparing India for a true innovation-led economy
Internationalising Higher Education in India: A Reality Check
Source: The post “Internationalising Higher Education in India: A Reality Check” has been created, based on “A reality check on Indian ambition for internationalising higher education” published in “The Hindu” on 13 March 2026. Internationalising Higher Education in India: A Reality Check. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: India is increasingly focusing on internationalising its… Continue reading Internationalising Higher Education in India: A Reality Check
What is the Essential Commodities Act, why has it been invoked for LPG supply?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The Union Government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act (ECA), 1955 due to supply disruptions caused by the US–Israel–Iran war in West Asia. The conflict has affected the global energy supply chain and LPG shipments from the Persian Gulf to India. Since LPG is used… Continue reading What is the Essential Commodities Act, why has it been invoked for LPG supply?
A Revision of GDP and Its Implications
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measures the final value of goods and services produced in an economy during a year. It is the most widely used indicator of a country’s economic size. GDP estimates are prepared using data on output and prices following the UN System of… Continue reading A Revision of GDP and Its Implications
Kisan Credit Card: Fueling Growth in Agriculture
Source: The post “Kisan Credit Card: Fueling Growth in Agriculture” has been created, based on “Kisan Credit Card: Fueling Growth in Agriculture” published in “PIB” on 12 March 2026. Kisan Credit Card: Fueling Growth in Agriculture. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2– Governance Context: The Kisan Credit Card Scheme was introduced in 1998 to provide timely and… Continue reading Kisan Credit Card: Fueling Growth in Agriculture
