UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Agriculture Introduction India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector is growing rapidly, supporting livelihoods, nutrition, exports and coastal development. India has become a global aquaculture leader, backed by technological change, institutional support and major schemes such as Blue Revolution, PMMSY and new digital initiatives. At the same time, environmental stress,… Continue reading India’s Fisheries and Aquaculture: Its Promising Course
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Environment Vs Development – SC’s Reversing the Vanashakti Judgement
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Environment Introduction On 18 November 2025, the Supreme Court recalled its May 2025 Vanashakti ruling that had outlawed retrospective environmental clearances. The case now stands at the centre of a wider conflict between strict, preventive environmental regulation based on prior environmental clearance and demands to protect large public and… Continue reading Environment Vs Development – SC’s Reversing the Vanashakti Judgement
The Need of a National Arbitrator Database
Source: The post “The Need of a National Arbitrator Database” has been created, based on “The Need of a National Arbitrator Database” published in “The Hindu” on 21st November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Polity Context: India has repeatedly expressed its aspiration to become a global hub for international arbitration. However, recent statements, including… Continue reading The Need of a National Arbitrator Database
Supreme Court on Governor Powers
Source: The post “Supreme Court on Governor Powers” has been created, based on “Supreme Court on Governor Powers” published in “Indian Express” on 21st November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Polity Context: In a landmark Constitution Bench judgment, the Supreme Court clarified the scope and limits of the Governor’s powers under Articles 200 and… Continue reading Supreme Court on Governor Powers
Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker
Source: The post “Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker” has been created, based on “Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker” published in “The Hindu” on 20 November 2025. Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Governance Context: On July 24, 2023, the UN General Assembly… Continue reading Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker
Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater
Source: The post “Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater” has been created, based on “Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater” published in “The Hindu” on 20 November 2025. Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3- Environment Context: Groundwater contamination has become a major environmental and developmental challenge affecting health, agriculture, and economic stability in… Continue reading Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater
The Threat of Digital Tradecraft in Terrorism
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Security Introduction Terrorism has entered the digital age, where extremist groups are no longer limited to physical networks or propaganda. They now exploit the digital ecosystem — encrypted apps, private servers, and spy-style communication — to plan, coordinate, and execute attacks while avoiding detection. The recent Red Fort blast… Continue reading The Threat of Digital Tradecraft in Terrorism
India’s Plant Variety Act and Issues Around It
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Introduction India’s Plant Variety Act is being reviewed after two decades to match new technologies, trade changes, and farmers’ needs. Planned amendments must balance high-yielding varieties with the protection of… Continue reading India’s Plant Variety Act and Issues Around It
Threats to Indian Sea Cows
Source: The post “Threats to Indian Sea Cows” has been created, based on “Threats to Indian Sea Cows” published in “Indian Express” on 19 November 2025. Threats to Indian Sea Cows. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3- Environment Context: Dugongs (Dugong dugon), also known as sea cows, are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List… Continue reading Threats to Indian Sea Cows
What can local bodies expect from the 16th FC?
Source: The post “What can local bodies expect from the 16th FC?” has been created, based on “What can local bodies expect from the 16th FC?” published in “The Hindu” on 19 November 2025. What can local bodies expect from the 16th FC?. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Governance Context: The 16th Finance Commission (FC)… Continue reading What can local bodies expect from the 16th FC?
