Author: ForumIAS

ICMR’s 3rd serological survey: Need to rethink on vaccination strategy

Synopsis:  The recent findings of ICMR’s 3rd serological survey can be used to revalidate the vaccination policy of India. Background The ICMR’s third serological survey findings were published at a press conference recently. However, the specific details of the course of the infection are not released. It will be made public later, in a peer-reviewed… Continue reading ICMR’s 3rd serological survey: Need to rethink on vaccination strategy

Lessons from the past for way forward in Myanmar

Source: The Hindu Gs2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora. Synopsis: The international community needs to plan according to the ground realities of Myanmar before making any effort to restore Democracy. Background: Following the recent military coup in Myanmar, many countries have voiced their concern to… Continue reading Lessons from the past for way forward in Myanmar

Twitter might face penal action under IT Act

Source – The Hindu Syllabus- GS 3 – Challenges to internal security through communication networks, the role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cybersecurity; money-laundering and its prevention Synopsis- Twitter unilaterally restored accounts despite government order for blocking. Background The Ministry of Electronics and IT ordered Twitter to block… Continue reading Twitter might face penal action under IT Act

Hurdles in the path of doubling farmer’s income

Source- Down To Earth Syllabus– GS 3 – Major crops-cropping patterns in various parts of the country, – different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers. Synopsis – Doubling farmer’s income by 2022 is a too ambitious target… Continue reading Hurdles in the path of doubling farmer’s income

Urban Mass transport needs policy reform

Source: The Hindu Gs2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels and Challenges Therein. Synopsis:  The Budget allocation for improving Urban Mass transport is welcome. Yet much is needed to be done to achieve inclusive urbanisation. Background: In the recent budget, Finance Minister announced fund allocation for improving the Urban mass transport system.… Continue reading Urban Mass transport needs policy reform

U.S foreign policy: The road ahead

Source: The Hindu Gs2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora Synopsis: Evaluation and analysis on Impact of Mr. Biden’s foreign policy on various regional blocs. Background President Biden is an idealistic, supporter of multilateralism and is deeply committed to democratic values and principles. He is taking… Continue reading U.S foreign policy: The road ahead

UPSC/IAS Interview: Common Questions Based on Hobby

Hobby and co-curricular / extra-curricular activities are important aspects of Civil Services Examination Interview Preparation. Here we are sharing with you some IAS Interview hobby preparation questions, which we have taken over the years from the Interview transcripts and from our students. P.S. Just for the sake of credits, our Interview students have secured Rank… Continue reading UPSC/IAS Interview: Common Questions Based on Hobby

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