UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Introduction The UN Security Council (UNSC) is responsible for maintaining international peace and security, but its structure gives five permanent members (P5) special voting powers. A P5 veto can block substantive action, raising concerns about sovereign equality and collective security. France… Continue reading Should permanent membership and veto powers of the UNSC be abolished?
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Policing the Line Between Publicity and Justice
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Governance Introduction Police publicity can support investigations by helping identify persons, trace fugitives and recover missing children. However, photographs of arrested persons can spread rapidly through social media, sometimes before they appear before a magistrate. This raises concerns about legal authority, privacy, dignity and the presumption of innocence. The central… Continue reading Policing the Line Between Publicity and Justice
Dialogue, not agitation, holds key to Ladakh’s political future
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Introduction A year after the September 24 violence in Leh, political dialogue between Ladakh’s representatives and the Centre continues on constitutional safeguards, democratic representation, land, jobs, culture and environment. The… Continue reading Dialogue, not agitation, holds key to Ladakh’s political future
When the House Ceases to Hold Power to Account
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Parliament and State legislatures Introduction India’s Parliament and State Legislatures are central to representation, law-making and executive accountability, but their effectiveness has declined sharply. Falling sitting days, frequent disruptions, weak committee scrutiny and hurried law-making have reduced meaningful legislative oversight. As legislatures lose time and capacity to question governments, the… Continue reading When the House Ceases to Hold Power to Account
A Malacca–Singapore Model for Resolving Hormuz
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime chokepoint where regional tensions can disrupt international navigation and affect wider security. The Malacca–Singapore Straits provide a useful precedent of cooperation among littoral states, supported by international users and maritime institutions. Their experience shows how territorial interests can coexist… Continue reading A Malacca–Singapore Model for Resolving Hormuz
Student Well-being and Institutional Reform in Higher Education
Source: The post “Student Well-being and Institutional Reform in Higher Education” has been created based on “Student Well-being and Institutional Reform in Higher Education” published in “Indian Express” on 22 September 2026. Student Well-being and Institutional Reform in Higher Education. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: Recent student deaths at IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay have renewed… Continue reading Student Well-being and Institutional Reform in Higher Education
India’s Real Rate Moment, the Cost of Delay
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction India is facing a monetary-policy challenge as inflation rises while the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) keeps the repo rate at 5.25%. The real policy rate is losing its cushion as inflation and inflation expectations move closer to the policy rate. At the same time, economic… Continue reading India’s Real Rate Moment, the Cost of Delay
The copyright stakes in the EU FTA
Source: The post “The copyright stakes in the EU FTA” has been created based on “The copyright stakes in the EU FTA” published in “The Hindu” on 21 September 2026. The copyright stakes in the EU FTA. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-International Relations Context: The proposed India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) contains intellectual property provisions that may… Continue reading The copyright stakes in the EU FTA
India urgently needs a National Chemicals Code
Source: The post “India urgently needs a National Chemicals Code” has been created based on “India urgently needs a National Chemicals Code” published in “Hindustan Times” on 21 September 2026. India urgently needs a National Chemicals Code. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: India’s chemical sector is expanding rapidly, but its regulatory framework remains fragmented across different… Continue reading India urgently needs a National Chemicals Code
Balancing Deep-Sea Discovery with Environmental Stewardship
UPSC Syllabus- GS 2/GS 3– Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors/ Achievements of Indians in science & technology Introduction India’s expanding deep-sea capabilities are opening opportunities in critical minerals, climate research, food security and the Blue Economy. India is developing technologies for deep-sea mining, underwater robotics and human submersibles. However, the deep… Continue reading Balancing Deep-Sea Discovery with Environmental Stewardship
