UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. . Introduction India’s welfare system depends on millions of women who provide health, nutrition, and childcare services. The Union Budget 2026–27 proposes training 1.5 lakh multiskilled caregivers under NSQF, recognising the growing demand for… Continue reading The Need to Recognise ‘Volunteer’ Care Work
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India’s new waste management rules face old implementation gaps
Source: The post “India’s new waste management rules face old implementation gaps” has been created, based on “India’s new waste management rules face old implementation gaps” published in “Mongabay” on 9 March 2026. India’s new waste management rules face old implementation gaps. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Environment Context: India notified the Solid Waste Management Rules,… Continue reading India’s new waste management rules face old implementation gaps
The new Canada-India economic alignment emerges
Source: The post “The new Canada-India economic alignment emerges” has been created, based on “The new Canada-India economic alignment emerges” published in “The Hindu” on 9 March 2026. The new Canada-India economic alignment emerges. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: The recent visit of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to India and discussions with… Continue reading The new Canada-India economic alignment emerges
Rights, justice, action for India’s women farmers
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 1- Role of women and women’s organisation And Gs Paper 3- Agriculture Introduction International Women’s Day on March 8, 2026 calls for equal rights and equal justice for women and girls. The theme gains importance as 2026 is observed as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. Although legal reforms such… Continue reading Rights, justice, action for India’s women farmers
The chokepoint that cannot be routed around
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The crisis around the Strait of Hormuz reveals a deeper weakness in global trade systems. Earlier disruptions exposed supply chain fragility and encouraged redundancy in suppliers and logistics. However, the current situation shows that some constraints arise from geography and institutions rather than logistics. Strategic… Continue reading The chokepoint that cannot be routed around
Key Interventions for Women’s Economic Advancement
Source: The post “Key Interventions for Women’s Economic Advancement” has been created, based on “Key Interventions for Women’s Economic Advancement” published in “PIB” on 7 March 2026. Key Interventions for Women’s Economic Advancement. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: Women’s economic empowerment is essential for inclusive growth, poverty reduction and social development. Over the past… Continue reading Key Interventions for Women’s Economic Advancement
India’s Digital Public Infrastructure
Source: The post “India’s Digital Public Infrastructure” has been created, based on “India’s Digital Public Infrastructure” published in “PIB” on 7 March 2026. India’s Digital Public Infrastructure. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and Technology Context: Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) refers to foundational digital systems that enable secure and seamless interaction between citizens, businesses and governments.… Continue reading India’s Digital Public Infrastructure
Is the Supreme Court doing enough to tackle hate speech?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Introduction Debate has intensified over whether the Supreme Court is doing enough to address hate speech. The issue resurfaced after petitions against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma were redirected by the Court to the Gauhati High… Continue reading Is the Supreme Court doing enough to tackle hate speech?
Protecting Women’s Rights Amid Conflict and Instability
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Introduction International Women’s Day, observed globally on March 8, highlights the struggle for gender equality and women’s rights. The 2026 theme — “Rights, Justice, Action: For All Women and Girls” stresses the need for real… Continue reading Protecting Women’s Rights Amid Conflict and Instability
Strategy to secure critical minerals
Source: The post “Strategy to secure critical minerals” has been created, based on “Strategy to secure critical minerals” published in “BusinessLine” on 6 March 2026. Strategy to secure critical minerals. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Science and technology Context: Critical minerals such as Lithium, Cobalt, Copper and Rare Earth Elements are essential for clean energy technologies, artificial… Continue reading Strategy to secure critical minerals
