UPSC Syllabus- GS 2- Judiciary: Functions and powers of the Supreme Court and High Courts; Judicial review; Fundamental rights enforcement. Introduction– The Supreme Court of India has ruled that compulsory or involuntary narco tests are unconstitutional, overturning a Patna High Court judgment in Amlesh Kumar v. State of Bihar (2025). The Court highlighted that the… Continue reading Supreme Court Rules Forced Narco Tests Unconstitutional
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From Licence Raj to Jan Vishwas: Freeing India’s Entrepreneurs
UPSC Syllabus- GS 3-Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Introduction– India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem has been shaped by its regulatory state—from the restrictive Licence Raj to the partial liberalisation of 1991. However, deregulation remains incomplete. The proposed Jan Vishwas Siddhant promises a shift from permission-based control to trust-based governance, with the potential to boost entrepreneurship,… Continue reading From Licence Raj to Jan Vishwas: Freeing India’s Entrepreneurs
The stark reality of educational costs in India
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education). Introduction Education in India is legally guaranteed as a free right, yet families spend large sums to educate their children. While laws promise universal schooling, rising private enrolment and widespread private coaching have shifted education costs… Continue reading The stark reality of educational costs in India
Parenting in the AI-age
Source: The post “Parenting in the AI-age?” has been created, based on “Parenting in the AI-age” published in “Times of India” on 12 December 2025. Parenting in the AI-age. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life Context: The rise of advanced AI tools such as ChatGPT… Continue reading Parenting in the AI-age
Is the falling rupee a cause for alarm?
Source: The post “Is the falling rupee a cause for alarm?” has been created, based on “Is the falling rupee a cause for alarm?” published in “Times of India” on 12 December 2025. Is the falling rupee a cause for alarm? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: The Indian rupee has recently slipped below… Continue reading Is the falling rupee a cause for alarm?
For AI, India can build on the Aadhaar-UPI model
Source: The post “For AI, India can build on the Aadhaar-UPI model” has been created, based on “For AI, India can build on the Aadhaar-UPI model” published in “Indian express” on 11 December 2025. For AI, India can build on the Aadhaar-UPI model. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: India has demonstrated its… Continue reading For AI, India can build on the Aadhaar-UPI model
Drug Abuse Among School children
Source: The post “Drug Abuse Among School children” has been created, based on “Kids as young as 11 dabbling in drugs, shows 10-city survey” published in “Times of India” on 11 December 2025. Drug Abuse Among School children. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Social Justice Context: The multi-city survey shows that substance use among schoolchildren begins… Continue reading Drug Abuse Among School children
In Australia’s Social Media Ban, a Template for the World
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 -governance-mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Introduction Australia has introduced a minimum age rule for social media, becoming the first country to block accounts of users under 16. This rule aims to protect young users from online risks linked to… Continue reading In Australia’s Social Media Ban, a Template for the World
Satellites, Science, and the New Fight for Spectrum in Space
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Science and technology Introduction A rapid expansion of satellites, especially megaconstellations, has created intense competition for radio frequencies and orbital slots. These resources are limited, yet they are essential for communication, navigation, and scientific activity in space. As more nations and private companies enter this domain, the pressure on… Continue reading Satellites, Science, and the New Fight for Spectrum in Space
Delhi–Moscow ties have a logic of their own
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 –International Relation. Introduction India and Russia have held a long and steady partnership that continues to evolve despite global tensions. The recent summit showed how both sides see value in each other at a time of shifting power balances, sanctions, and uncertainty. Their cooperation now covers defence, energy, trade,… Continue reading Delhi–Moscow ties have a logic of their own
