Celebrate the rise in tiger population, but look beyond the numbers

Source: The post is based on the article “Express View: Celebrate the rise in tiger population, but look beyond the numbers” published in the Indian Express on 12th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Environment and Bio-diversity Conservation. Relevance: About tiger population. News: Recently, the government released the 5th cycle of India’s Tiger Census. Based on the survey,… Continue reading Celebrate the rise in tiger population, but look beyond the numbers

China renaming places: Beijing’s posture on Arunachal Pradesh borders on intimidation

Source: The post is based on the following articles “Build The Answer – Ladakh or Arunachal, India’s counter to China’s border tactics must be via capability enhancement” published in The Times of India on 12th April 2023. “Express View: Beijing’s posture on Arunachal Pradesh borders on intimidation” published in the Indian Express on 12th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: India… Continue reading China renaming places: Beijing’s posture on Arunachal Pradesh borders on intimidation

AAP now national party; NCP, Trinamool lose tag: How is a ‘national party’ in India defined

Source: The post is based on the article “AAP now national party; NCP, Trinamool lose tag: How is a ‘national party’ in India defined” published in The Indian Express on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: About national and state parties News: The Election Commission has recognised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as a… Continue reading AAP now national party; NCP, Trinamool lose tag: How is a ‘national party’ in India defined

As the Ukraine war grinds on, Russia, India seek ways to keep defence trade afloat

Source: The post is based on the article “As the Ukraine war grinds on, Russia, India seek ways to keep defence trade afloat” published in The Hindu on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Relevance: concerns associated with import payments to Russia News: Russia is currently facing problems with India in resolving payment problems… Continue reading As the Ukraine war grinds on, Russia, India seek ways to keep defence trade afloat

Do the wealthy influence policy-making more across all forms of democracy?

Source- The post is based on the article “Do the wealthy influence policy-making more across all forms of democracy?” published in “The Hindu” on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- polity Relevance– Issues related to democracy News– The article explains the study ‘Affluence and Influence in a Social Democracy’ published in American Political Science Review (2023).… Continue reading Do the wealthy influence policy-making more across all forms of democracy?

A crucial six months for India-U.S. ties

Source- The post is based on the article “A crucial six months for India-U.S. ties” published in “The Hindu” on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral groupings and agreements Relevance– India and US bilateral relationship News– The next six months are going to be crucial for India-U.S. ties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to… Continue reading A crucial six months for India-U.S. ties

Right lessons – on NCERT Syllabus Revision

Source- The post is based on the article “Right lessons” published in “The Hindu” on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of education Relevance– Issues related to syllabus and curriculum News– Recently, controversy has been created by revision in NCERT textbooks. Read more – NCERT Textbook Revision Why do textbooks… Continue reading Right lessons – on NCERT Syllabus Revision

States’ subsidy accounting must be transparent: CAG

Source: The post is based on the article “States’ subsidy accounting must be transparent: CAG” published in The Hindu on 11th April 2023 What is the News? The Comptroller & Auditor General (CAG) of India has addressed the Annual Accountant General’s Conclave. What are the key highlights from his address? Firstly, States must take measures… Continue reading States’ subsidy accounting must be transparent: CAG

Burning bright – India must balance conservation efforts with the rights of forest dwellers”

Source: The post is based on the article “Burning bright – India must balance conservation efforts with the rights of forest dwellers” published in The Hindu on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Environment and Bio-diversity Conservation. Relevance: About tiger population. News: Recently, the government released the 5th cycle of India’s Tiger Census. Based on the survey, the… Continue reading Burning bright – India must balance conservation efforts with the rights of forest dwellers”

Small & Green Future – That India needs more nuclear power generation is not in doubt. But it should rely less on big plants

Source: The post is based on the article “Small & Green Future – That India needs more nuclear power generation is not in doubt. But it should rely less on big plants” published in The Times of India on 11th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Energy. Relevance: About the need for small modular reactors(SMRs). News: India, by… Continue reading Small & Green Future – That India needs more nuclear power generation is not in doubt. But it should rely less on big plants

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