The shutdown of the Afghan embassy

Source: The post is based on the article “The shutdown of the Afghan embassy” published in “The Hindu” on 4th October 2023. Syllabus: GS2- International relations- India and its neighbourhood- relations. News: The Afghanistan embassy in Delhi is closing, citing issues like lack of support from India. Although the embassy represented the now-overthrown Afghan government,… Continue reading The shutdown of the Afghan embassy

Using AI for audit techniques

Source: The post is based on the article “Using AI for audit techniques” published in “The Hindu” on 4th October 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Governance- e-governance News: The article discusses the challenges faced by India’s Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) in auditing AI systems, emphasizes ethical use of AI in audits, and highlights the need for… Continue reading Using AI for audit techniques

The triumph of Vachathi over a hostile state

Source: The post is based on the article “The triumph of Vachathi over a hostile state” published in The Hindu on 4th October 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Governance- Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability; Role of civil services in a democracy. News: On September 29, 2023, the court acknowledged large-scale repression by authorities in Vachathi,… Continue reading The triumph of Vachathi over a hostile state

Thermal geoengineering trials must exercise caution

News: This post is created based on the article ‘Thermal geoengineering trials must exercise caution’, published in Live Mint on 4th October 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3, Science and technology News: The article discusses the potential solution of solar geo-engineering as a means to combat the adverse effects of climate change. Contents1 What are… Continue reading Thermal geoengineering trials must exercise caution

Lessons of the Green Revolution could aid our climate transition

News: This post is created based on the article ‘Lessons of the Green Revolution could aid our climate transition’, published in Live Mint on 4th October 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3, Environment, Climate Change News: The lessons from the Green Revolution can provide insights into addressing the current challenges of transitioning to sustainable energy… Continue reading Lessons of the Green Revolution could aid our climate transition

[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I October 3rd, 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 October 3rd, 2023

Capturing the rains – on unpredictable weather events

Source: This post is created based on the article ‘Capturing the rains’, published in The Hindu on 3rd October, 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1, changes in critical geographical features and effect of such changes News: India recorded its first monsoon deficit since 2018. The mains reason is said to be El Nino effect this… Continue reading Capturing the rains – on unpredictable weather events

Canada’s entrenched culture of self-righteousness is to blame for current crisis

Source: The post is based on the article “C Raja Mohan writes: Canada’s entrenched culture of self-righteousness is to blame for current crisis” published in “Indian express” on 3rd October 2023. Syllabus: GS2- International relation- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. News: The article discusses the strained relationship… Continue reading Canada’s entrenched culture of self-righteousness is to blame for current crisis

Criminal law Bills and a hollow decolonisation

Source: The post is based on the article “Criminal law Bills and a hollow decolonisation” published in The Hindu on 3rd October 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance – Government Policies & Intervention Relevance: concerns with new criminal Bills News: In 2023, three new criminal law Bills were introduced in India to replace three existing criminal… Continue reading Criminal law Bills and a hollow decolonisation

Building BRICS for the future

Source: This post is created based on the article ‘Building BRICS for the future, published in The Hindu on 3rd October, 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2, international Relations News: The article discusses the evolution and significance of the BRICS grouping, emphasizing its potential to challenge the dominance of established economic blocs like the G7.… Continue reading Building BRICS for the future

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