UPSC Syllabus- GS 2- Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, separation of powers, dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions Introduction The recent delay by Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar in administering the oath to Vijay as Chief Minister has once again sparked debate over how… Continue reading Governor’s Discretion vs Democratic Mandate : The Tamil Nadu Controversy
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Building hazards: On preventing and fighting fires
UPSC Syllabus- GS 3- Syllabus-Disaster and disaster management. Introduction Recent fire accidents in Indian cities once again expose the fragile state of urban safety infrastructure. The latest fire incident in Shahdara, East Delhi, which claimed nine lives and left around 15 people seriously injured, highlighted how poor building design and inadequate emergency preparedness can turn… Continue reading Building hazards: On preventing and fighting fires
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 8 – May – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 8 -May – 2026 Today’s brief covers these important themes: Shashi Tharoor’s “India’s New Globalization Raj” in Project Syndicate talks about India’s shift from an inward-looking economy to a globally engaged economy. Kartik Bommakanti and Rahul Rawat’s article in Observer Research Foundation focuses on the evolution of India’s military… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 8 – May – 2026
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 May 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8th May 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 May 2026 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 May 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 May 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 May 2026 I Mains Marathon
Karnataka’s New Gig Worker Grievance System
UPSC Syllabus- GS Paper II: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population; Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services. Introduction India’s gig economy has expanded rapidly with the rise of platforms such as Uber, Ola, Zomato, Swiggy and Amazon, creating employment opportunities for millions. However, this growth has also exposed workers to… Continue reading Karnataka’s New Gig Worker Grievance System
Fixing Structural Deficits in India’s Health System
UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Governance, Health, Issues related to development Introduction India has significantly expanded medical infrastructure by increasing medical colleges, AIIMS institutions, and MBBS/PG seats. In March 2026, the government informed Parliament that 43 new medical colleges, 11,682 MBBS seats, and 8,967 postgraduate seats were approved for 2025-26. However, better healthcare outcomes… Continue reading Fixing Structural Deficits in India’s Health System
Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme
Source: The post “Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme” has been created, based on “Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme” published in “Indian Express” on 7 May 2026. Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Economy Context: The government has… Continue reading Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme
Understanding inequality in India’s growth story
Source: The post “Understanding inequality in India’s growth story” has been created, based on “Understanding inequality in India’s growth story” published in “The Hindu” on 7 May 2026. Understanding inequality in India’s growth story. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Economy Context: India has experienced rapid economic growth in recent decades. However, the Household Consumer Expenditure Survey… Continue reading Understanding inequality in India’s growth story
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 7 – May – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 7 -May – 2026 Today’s brief covers these themes: Siddharth Sijoria in the article in Bar & Bench, explains how India’s basic structure doctrine has been included in Commonwealth constitutionalism. Syed Ata Hasnain in The Indian Express talks about Operation Sindoor as a lesson in calibrated force, escalation control… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 7 – May – 2026
