Source– The post is based on the article “Only by recognising the power & intelligence of the opium poppy can we even begin to make peace with it” published in “The Times Group” on 8th July 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Modern history Relevance: Opium trade and Opium war News-The article is about new book of Amitav… Continue reading ‘Only by recognising the power & intelligence of the opium poppy can we even begin to make peace with it’
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Choose a new palette for India’s creative economy
Source: The post is based on the article “Choose a new palette for India’s creative economy” published in “The Hindu” on 6th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – Art and culture News: The article discusses the challenges faced by Indian artists in promoting their art. What is creative economy and what is its significance? The… Continue reading Choose a new palette for India’s creative economy
The master plan and the slaves
Source– The post is based on the article “The master plan and the slaves” published in The Hindu on 3th July 2023. Syllabus: GS1-Urbanization Relevance: Urban planning News- Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa, stressed at a recent Urban-20 City Sherpas’ meet that a master plan is crucial to manage urbanisation. Master Plan is an instrument… Continue reading The master plan and the slaves
Between two books, a revelatory social history
Source: The post is based on the article “Between two books, a revelatory social history” published in “The Hindu” on 30th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – Indian society News: When read together, two notable books by journalists can offer insights into various aspects of socio-cultural change in rural and urban India Contents1 What are… Continue reading Between two books, a revelatory social history
Why women bureaucrats lose out on senior posts
Source: The post is based on an article “Why women bureaucrats lose out on senior posts” published in The Indian Express on 30th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – Issues Related with Women Relevance: concerns with women bureaucrats in getting top positions. News: In June 1991, India’s 10th Prime Minister, P V Narasimha Rao, formed a group… Continue reading Why women bureaucrats lose out on senior posts
Will the Indian Ocean Dipole save the monsoon?”
Source: The post is based on the article “Will the Indian Ocean Dipole save the monsoon?” published in “The Times of India” on 29th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – Indian geography News: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a normal monsoon despite forecasts of an El Nino event. El Nino typically leads to… Continue reading Will the Indian Ocean Dipole save the monsoon?”
We need a better grasp of our oceanic see-saws
Source: The post is based on the article “We need a better grasp of our oceanic see-saws” published in “Mint” on 27th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – Indian geography: Monsoon. News: Accurate predictions of the Indian monsoon remain a challenge. Although the Indian Meteorological Department has forecasted a normal monsoon, a private company called… Continue reading We need a better grasp of our oceanic see-saws
Express View on RWAs and prejudice: Pettiness of power
Source- The post is based on the article “Express View on RWAs and prejudice: Pettiness of power” published in “The Indian Express” on 27th June 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Social issues. GS2- Vulnerable sections of the population Relevance– Issues related to domestic workers News- A housing society in Bengaluru has barred maids from using common areas.… Continue reading Express View on RWAs and prejudice: Pettiness of power
The Lotus Position – on Yoga
Source- The post is based on the article “The Lotus Position” published in “The Times of India” on 23rd June 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Indian culture Relevance– Ancient Indian system of medicine News– The article explains the threat to universal reach of yoga from present system of patent How can the universal reach of Yoga can… Continue reading The Lotus Position – on Yoga
[Yojana June 2023 Summary] Yoga for Global well-being – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is yoga?3 What are the key Yogic practices for health and well-being?4 What are the benefits of yoga?5 What does the research say about Yoga and Well-being?6 How does Yoga contribute to Global Well-being? Introduction Yoga, a centuries-old practice, offers more than just physical exercise. It embodies a… Continue reading [Yojana June 2023 Summary] Yoga for Global well-being – Explained, pointwise
