Source– The post is based on the article “Of metals and rare earths” published in Business Standard on 14th January 2023. Syllabus: GS1-Geography,GS2-International Relations Relevance: Minerals related Distribution of resources across the world News- The article explains the need to diversify sources of rare earth minerals. The news that Sweden has just discovered a large deposit of… Continue reading Of metals and rare earths
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More than just an address
Source– The post is based on the article “More than just an address” published in The Hindu on 14th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2-Polity Relevance: Political System News- The article highlights breach of constitutional convention with respect to special address made by governor. The Governor of Tamil Nadu, R.N. Ravi made constitutional history in the State by… Continue reading More than just an address
Myanmar’s failed military regime is unsettling the whole region
Source– The post is based on the article “Myanmar’s failed military regime is unsettling the whole region” published in The Indian Express on 12th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- India and its neighbourhood Relevance– India and Myanmar relations News– The article explains the internal fighting in Myanmar and its destabilising potential for its neighbouring countries. What… Continue reading Myanmar’s failed military regime is unsettling the whole region
The Pee Case: Why India Needs Tort Laws
Source: The post is based on an article “The Pee Case: Why India Needs Tort Laws” published in The Times of India on 14th January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: structural problems with Indian laws News: The article discusses a recent case of misbehavior with a woman in the flight. What are the issues? The accused… Continue reading The Pee Case: Why India Needs Tort Laws
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 13th, 2023
Dear Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 13th, 2023
[Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – January, 2023 – 1st week
Hello everyone, We are posting a compilation of Prelims Marathon for the month of January 2023 – First week. Click on the following link to download Download About Prelims Marathon Daily Prelims Marathon is focused on UPSC Prelims 2023. Under this initiative, we post, daily 10 MCQs, based on the provided weekly schedule. For More… Continue reading [Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – January, 2023 – 1st week
India missed a chance to reform the Public Distribution System
Source– The post is based on the article “India missed a chance to reform the Public Distribution System” published in the mint on 13th January 2023. Syllabus: GS3- PDS and Food security Relevance: Issue related to distribution of foodgrains News- The article explains the recent government move to end the PMGKY and the need to… Continue reading India missed a chance to reform the Public Distribution System
India may be in better economic shape to create a rupee trade zone
Source– The post is based on the article “India may be in better economic shape to create a rupee trade zone” published in the Business Standard on 13th January 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance: Issues related to trade News- The article explains the possibility of the rupee becoming a trade zone. What was the situation… Continue reading India may be in better economic shape to create a rupee trade zone
Capital stalemate
Source– The post is based on the article “Capital stalemate” published in The Hindu on 13th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues and challenges pertaining to federal structure Relevance– Issues related to division of powers between centre and states News– The article explains the issue of continuous tussle between Delhi government and Lieutenant governor over their… Continue reading Capital stalemate
Delhi LG has got it wrong, India doesn’t need new prisons — it needs prison reform
Source– The post is based on the article “Delhi LG has got it wrong, India doesn’t need new prisons — it needs prison reform” published in The Indian Express on 13th January 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Functioning of judiciary Relevance– Criminal justice system News– The article explains the issues related to prison inmates in India What… Continue reading Delhi LG has got it wrong, India doesn’t need new prisons — it needs prison reform
