GS Paper II: Governance, Social Justice and Education GS Paper I: Society Context: In response to growing concerns over mental health issues, cyberbullying, addiction, and exposure to harmful content among children, several governments worldwide are considering or implementing blanket bans or strict age-based restrictions on social media for minors. Such bans are simplistic and ineffective,… Continue reading A social media ban will not save our children
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EU, US deals connect India to world’s largest markets, open new trade vistas
UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Introduction India’s recent trade engagements with the European Union and the United States reflect an evolution in India’s trade negotiation strategy. While engaging in long bilateral negotiations, India has remained firm on protecting agriculture, dairy, MSMEs, and small farmers. This approach is supported by India’s transition into a market-driven… Continue reading EU, US deals connect India to world’s largest markets, open new trade vistas
Budget makes good moves on the textile economy
UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Introduction The Union Budget 2026–27 places textiles back at the centre of economic growth, jobs, and exports. It shifts policy from scattered support to a full value-chain approach. The focus moves from only increasing output to strengthening fibres, clusters, skills, sustainability, and infrastructure. The Budget signals intent to modernise… Continue reading Budget makes good moves on the textile economy
In a fragmented global order, AI and energy will redefine the rules of power
About the Issue: AI and Energy in a Fragmented World Order The contemporary world order is witnessing a shift from a rules-based multilateral system to a fragmented, power-centric and transactional framework. In this emerging order, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and energy security have become the primary determinants of national power, strategic autonomy, and geopolitical influence. Control… Continue reading In a fragmented global order, AI and energy will redefine the rules of power
The India-EU Trade Deal – A Strategic Turning Point
Source: The India–EU Free Trade Agreement was concluded on 27 January 2026 at the 16th India–EU Summit and has been officially announced by the Government of India and the European Union leadership. It has been widely covered in government releases and international economic commentary as a landmark trade and strategic agreement. The India-EU Trade Deal… Continue reading The India-EU Trade Deal – A Strategic Turning Point
Skills gap mismanaged
Source: The post “Skills gap mismanaged” has been created, based on “Skills gap mismanaged” published in “BusinessLine ” on 7 February 2026. Skills gap mismanaged. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: India faces a persistent skill gap, which has become more prominent due to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, data engineering, and cybersecurity.… Continue reading Skills gap mismanaged
‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance
Source: The post “‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance” has been created, based on “‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance” published in “The Hindu ” on 7 February 2026. ‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Environment Context: Global climate governance under the United Nations Framework… Continue reading ‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 7 February 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 7 February 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 7 February 2026 I Mains Marathon
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 7 February 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 7th February 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 7 February 2026 I Mains Marathon
16th Finance Commission (FC)- Recommendations for Strengthening Local Bodies (Mention challenges of financing faced by local bodies, recommendation of 16th FC, Sources of revenue of Local bodies)
Local bodies are constitutionally mandated institutions under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments, yet they continue to face severe fiscal constraints. Recognising the need for empowered grassroots governance, the 16th Finance Commission has recommended a total grant of about ₹7.9 lakh crore to Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) for the period… Continue reading 16th Finance Commission (FC)- Recommendations for Strengthening Local Bodies (Mention challenges of financing faced by local bodies, recommendation of 16th FC, Sources of revenue of Local bodies)
