News: The newly released Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2022, measured by Yale and Columbia universities, ranks India at the bottom position among 180 countries. The Environment Ministry has issued a rebuttal, saying the indicators used in the assessment are based on “unfounded assumptions”. Contents1 What is the Environmental Performance Index (EPI)?2 How poor is the… Continue reading Explained: What is the environment index, and why has India questioned it?
Asia’s highland: Do better than Thais, fully decriminalise marijuana
News: Thailand recently became the first Asian nation to decriminalize marijuana for medical and industrial use. Details about Thailand’s move on Marijuana Thailand’s move means is that farmers will be able to grow the plant while entrepreneurs can sell cannabis-infused food, drinks and cosmetics. There are two caveats – – smoking pot in public will… Continue reading Asia’s highland: Do better than Thais, fully decriminalise marijuana
The gulf of sensitivity that India will have to cross
News: Over the past few days, the Islamic governments including the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has criticized the Indian state regarding remarks made on the Prophet Mohammad. Contents1 Success of India’s Foreign Policy in this regard2 Implications on India’s Interests3 India’s Response4 Way Forward Success of India’s Foreign Policy in this regard Some Islamic… Continue reading The gulf of sensitivity that India will have to cross
What IPEF offers India: Opportunities, tough negotiations
News: Recently, the US Administration launched the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) as its de facto foreign economic policy for Asia Contents1 Features2 What is the importance of the IPEF?3 For the US4 Importance for India5 Way Forward Features It empowers the US administration to shape rules across several critical pillars that will condition America’s economic engagement… Continue reading What IPEF offers India: Opportunities, tough negotiations
From Rajendra Prasad to Our Next Rashtrapati
Context: The election date for the post of India’s President has been announced by the Elections Commission. Now, it is to be seen, whether political parties will choose candidates who will be rubber stamps or defenders of the constitutional values of the country. Except for President APJ Abdul Kalam, all other Presidents of India have… Continue reading From Rajendra Prasad to Our Next Rashtrapati
Ban on Wheat Exports – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 About the Ban on Export of Wheat by the Government3 What are the reasons behind the ban on wheat exports?4 What is the criticism of Government’s decision?5 What can be the approach of Government going ahead?6 Conclusion Introduction The Government of India recently banned the export of wheat and… Continue reading Ban on Wheat Exports – Explained, pointwise
[Download] 10 PM Weekly Compilation – June, 2022 – 1st week
Hello, everyone. We are posting a Compilation of the 10 pm current affairs quiz – June 2022 – First week Click on the following link to download Download The 10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz is focused on the current affairs part of UPSC Prelims. The daily current affairs quiz consists of 10 questions based on the daily current… Continue reading [Download] 10 PM Weekly Compilation – June, 2022 – 1st week
Prelims Marathon – Current Affairs Revision- Environment- June-11-2022
Hello friends,
we are posting today’s prelims marathon. Under Prelims marathon initiative, we on a daily basis are posting 10 MCQs. MCQs are framed based on the predefined syllabus topic.
The idea is to keep the number of MCQ questions to a practicable level so that you do not spend an extra minute than required, and have a maximum output for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2021.
Post Prelims Agenda by Ayush Sir – Sunday 11AM, June 12th – Register Now
The pity party over how-unpredictable-the-prelims-was must end now. The time for holidays and vacations is getting over. It is time to get back to work. And studies. The grind. This Sunday (June 12th) at 11AM, (yes, it’s hot in Delhi at 11AM), We meet at ForumIAS offline center with the below agenda 1. What to do… Continue reading Post Prelims Agenda by Ayush Sir – Sunday 11AM, June 12th – Register Now
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I June 11, 2022
Good Morning Friends, Following are today’s Mains Marathon Questions. 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 2-3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam. Write your answers in… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I June 11, 2022
