News: 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana was recently extradited to India from the USA under the bilateral extradition treaty between the two countries. Framework for Extradition in India. About Framework for Extradition in India Extradition: It is the formal process of one country surrendering an individual to another country for prosecution or punishment for crimes committed… Continue reading Framework for Extradition in India
Classification of Industries by CPCB and Blue Industries
News: Recently, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has carved a new category of industries called the ‘blue category’ industries based on the Essential Environmental Services (EES) for managing the pollution due to anthropogenic activities. Classification of Industries by CPCB and Blue Industries. About Classification of Industries by CPCB and Blue Industries Classification of Industries… Continue reading Classification of Industries by CPCB and Blue Industries
Vitamin D
News: A report by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) has sounded the alarm over Vitamin D deficiency in India. Vitamin D. About Vitamin D Vitamin D (also referred to as calciferol) is a fat-soluble vitamin. Source: It is naturally present in a few foods (like fatty fish (salmon, tuna), fortified… Continue reading Vitamin D
Trump Tariffs offer India opportunity for crucial economic reforms
Source: The post NEP promotes interdisciplinary higher education has been created, based on the article “India’s second 1991 moment” published in “Indian Express” on 12 April 2025. Trump Tariffs offer India opportunity for crucial economic reforms. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-International Relations-Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Context:.… Continue reading Trump Tariffs offer India opportunity for crucial economic reforms
NEP promotes interdisciplinary higher education
Source: The post NEP promotes interdisciplinary higher education has been created, based on the article “Giving shape to the university of the future” published in “The Hindu” on 12 April 2025. NEP promotes interdisciplinary higher education. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-Governance-Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. Context:… Continue reading NEP promotes interdisciplinary higher education
Gender and Climate Crisis – 30 Years after the Beijing Declaration
Source: The post Gender and Climate Crisis – 30 Years after the Beijing Declaration has been created, based on the article “The Beijing India Report as milestone and opportunity” published in “The Hindu” on 12 April 2025. Beijing declaration and platform for action 30+ UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-Governance-mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the… Continue reading Gender and Climate Crisis – 30 Years after the Beijing Declaration
UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #60: Dinesh Dasa sir Board, Mechanical Engineering, Uttarakhand Home State, Trekking Hobby
Date of Interview: 21 Jan F/N Board: Dinesh Dasa sir Background: Mechanical Engineering DAF Keywords – CPWD, Mechanical Engineering, Sainik School Ghorakhal, Trekking( asked from these only). Other keywords (untouched) – IIT Kanpur, Uttarakhand, Hockey, college PORs etc. To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2024, visit this page Chairman 1. So you are working in CPWD… Continue reading UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #60: Dinesh Dasa sir Board, Mechanical Engineering, Uttarakhand Home State, Trekking Hobby
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 11 April 2025 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, 11th April 2025 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 11 April 2025 I Mains Marathon
[Answered] Critically assess the key challenges hindering deep-tech innovation in India and suggest one crucial policy intervention to foster a more enabling ecosystem.
Introduction Deep-tech innovation—grounded in fundamental scientific breakthroughs such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, quantum computing, and semiconductors—is essential for India to secure its place in the future global technology order and realize the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. Despite being the third-largest startup ecosystem with over 100 unicorns, India lags in deep-tech, ranking 39th on the… Continue reading [Answered] Critically assess the key challenges hindering deep-tech innovation in India and suggest one crucial policy intervention to foster a more enabling ecosystem.
[Answerd] Critically evaluate the existing mechanisms for judicial accountability in India and suggest measures to strengthen them while preserving judicial independence, to better serve as ‘Guardians of Justice’.
Introduction The Indian judiciary, often hailed as the “Guardian of the Constitution”, plays a pivotal role in upholding rule of law, constitutional morality, and citizen rights. However, growing concerns around opacity, delayed justice, and allegations of misconduct have amplified the demand for robust judicial accountability, without compromising its independence, a cornerstone of democracy. Existing Mechanisms… Continue reading [Answerd] Critically evaluate the existing mechanisms for judicial accountability in India and suggest measures to strengthen them while preserving judicial independence, to better serve as ‘Guardians of Justice’.
