Source: The post “Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill” has been created based on “What is the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill and why has it raised data concerns?” published in “Indian Express” on 7 August 2026. Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Governance Context: Recently, the Lok Sabha cleared the Bankers’… Continue reading Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th
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Access paradox: On medical education in India
Source: The post “Access paradox: On medical education in India” has been created based on “Access paradox: On medical education in India” published in “The Hindu” on 7 July 2026. Access paradox: On medical education in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2– Governance Context: India has nearly tripled its MBBS seats in the last 12… Continue reading Access paradox: On medical education in India
Fiscal Federalism, Efficiency versus Equity Concerns
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure. Introduction The 16th Finance Commission (2026–31) keeps the States’ share in central taxes at 41% but changes the structure of fiscal transfers, especially grants-in-aid. It gives greater importance to efficiency, fiscal discipline and performance, while reducing several equalisation grants. This has… Continue reading Fiscal Federalism, Efficiency versus Equity Concerns
Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education Introduction High-stakes public examinations such as NEET and UGC-NET determine educational and career opportunities for millions of candidates. Repeated controversies in NEET-2024, UGC-NET 2024 and NEET-2026, despite investigations reportedly finding no prosecutable evidence of a conventional paper leak… Continue reading Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara confirmed that NATO is entering a new phase of strategic transformation rather than decline. The Alliance is moving beyond its traditional security role to prepare for long-term geopolitical rivalry, technological competition and resilient defence industries. At the same time, the United… Continue reading Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme
Source: The post “Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme” has been created based on “Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme” published in “The Hindu” on 5 July 2026. Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context:… Continue reading Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme
NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation
Source: The post “NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation” has been created based on “NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation” published in “The Hindu” on 5 July 2026. NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Context: NATO is entering a new strategic phase… Continue reading NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation
Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems
Source: The post “Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems” has been created based on “Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems” published in “The Hindu” on 4 July 2026. Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Context: Strong public health systems are essential… Continue reading Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems
Shutting Down of Government Schools
Source: The post “Shutting Down of Government Schools” has been created based on “Shutting Down of Government Schools” published in “The Hindu” on 3 August 2026. Shutting Down of Government Schools. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2-Governance Context: A NITI Aayog report states that around 94,000 government schools have been closed over the last decade, averaging 25 closures… Continue reading Shutting Down of Government Schools
Welfare of Sex Workers in Light of Supreme Court Judgment
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Introduction For decades, anti-trafficking measures often led to forced rescue, detention, separation from families, and denial of choice for sex workers. In Prajwala vs. Union of India (2026 INSC 609), the Supreme Court adopted a… Continue reading Welfare of Sex Workers in Light of Supreme Court Judgment
