Context: Events like Covid Pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war have highlighted the importance of global supply chains for economic resilience. The global events of the last 2 years have proved that intermediate goods procurement is really important. For example, the shortage of semiconductors has upset the production schedules of automobile companies across the world. How have… Continue reading What severe disruptions taught us about supply chain resilience
Agri trade beyond the Ukraine war
Context: The conflict in Ukraine has created an opportunity for India’s agricultural exports, particularly wheat. But, India’s chances of becoming a stable supplier of wheat are limited in the absence of a long-term policy on foodgrain exports. Out of the around 200 million tonnes (mt) of global wheat exports, Russia and Ukraine export 60 mt.… Continue reading Agri trade beyond the Ukraine war
How safe are India’s dams?
Context: Jal Shakti Minister recently told the Rajya Sabha that since 1979, there were 42 instances of dam failures, the latest being the Annamayya reservoir in Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh that led to the death of at least 20 people in November 2021. India has the 3rd largest number of dams in the world… Continue reading How safe are India’s dams?
In the time of war: On India’s ties with Europe without upsetting Russia
Context: Prime Minister three-nation visit to Europe comes at a time when the continent is facing its biggest security crisis since the end of the Cold War. While bilateral issues are at the centre of these meetings, the Russian invasion of Ukraine is the major issue. What were the key highlights of the tour? In… Continue reading In the time of war: On India’s ties with Europe without upsetting Russia
Ed reform gone rogue
Context: On 17th Mar 22, the University Grants Commission (UGC) released a draft curriculum for a ‘Four-Year Undergraduate Programme’, or FYUGP, a key component of the National Education Policy. But the curriculum is filled with confusion and contradiction. What is the draft curriculum released by the UGC? The curriculum demarcates three phases for the students’… Continue reading Ed reform gone rogue
‘Obnoxious’ speech does not call for heavy hand of the law
News: Recently, the Delhi High Court conducted the bail hearing of Umar Khalid, an accused in the case related to the protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. He was booked under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for his speech delivered at Amaravati which has been seen as being part of a “larger conspiracy” to… Continue reading ‘Obnoxious’ speech does not call for heavy hand of the law
This is what keeps educated women out of the workforce
News: Recently, an International Deloitte survey report was released. The survey finds that there is a trend of low and declining levels of women’s workforce participation in economic activities. Further, the trend has been worsened during the pandemic years What are the challenges in front of women to participate in economic activities? First, there are… Continue reading This is what keeps educated women out of the workforce
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #123 : M. Sathyavathy Board, Maharashtra Home State, Geography Optional
Date of Interview: 19th April, 3pm Board: M. Sathyavathy Ma’am Home State: Maharashtra Background: BA honours, MA, and JRF all In Geography from Delhi University. Optional: Geography Hobbies: Aquascaping and backpacking (Most of my interview was focussed here) To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Etracurriculars- College Street Theatre and MUNs Mocks- Helped… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #123 : M. Sathyavathy Board, Maharashtra Home State, Geography Optional
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #122 : TCA Anant Board, anthropology Optional
Date of Interview: 19/4/22 Board: TCA Anant Optional: anthropology Background: Ek IIT hai To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairman Indian stereotypes at US comedy shows Some more questions on it. Member 1 Radicalisation of Tribals in Central India and followup on this Govt initiatives on tribals Forest issues of tribals Member… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #122 : TCA Anant Board, anthropology Optional
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #121 : TCA Anant Board, Management Optional,
Date of Interview: Forenoon 19/04/2022 Board: TCA Anant Optional: Management Background: MNNIT, IIMA Work experience: Microsoft To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairman Tell me about your role at Microsoft. What are the different types of cloud and what are the cloud offerings? Why is government pushing for keeping India’s data within… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #121 : TCA Anant Board, Management Optional,
