Source: The post “Concerns over the Census questions” has been created based on “Concerns over the Census questions” published in “The Hindu” on 9 September 2026. Concerns over the Census questions. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: The Census is a statistical exercise undertaken to collect, process and disseminate demographic, economic and social data for policy and… Continue reading Concerns over the Census questions
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How to appoint judges: A view from South Africa
Source: The post “How to appoint judges: A view from South Africa” has been created based on “How to appoint judges: A view from South Africa” published in “Indian Express” on 9 September 2026. How to appoint judges: A view from South Africa. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: Judicial appointments are crucial for maintaining independence, impartiality… Continue reading How to appoint judges: A view from South Africa
Harnessing BRICS ‘POWER’ to Empower the World
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction BRICS has evolved from an emerging-economy platform into a wider Global South forum with growing economic and political weight. Its 20th anniversary comes amid geopolitical conflicts, trade disruptions, energy insecurity and pressure on multilateral institutions. India’s 2026 presidency therefore seeks to use BRICS cooperation to build a… Continue reading Harnessing BRICS ‘POWER’ to Empower the World
Judicial Integrity – A Case the Court Cannot Ignore
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-Judiciary Introduction Judicial integrity is essential for public trust, rule of law and judicial independence. The concerns surrounding the Rajasthan High Court show that allegations against judges cannot be treated only as individual disputes. They raise wider questions about institutional accountability, transparency, judicial administration and the ability of the higher judiciary… Continue reading Judicial Integrity – A Case the Court Cannot Ignore
The political cost of unconditional cash transfers
Source: The post “The political cost of unconditional cash transfers” has been created based on “The political cost of UCT” published in “The Hindu” on 7 September 2026. The political cost of unconditional cash transfers. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: Since 2020, Unconditional Cash Transfer (UCT) schemes have become an important electoral strategy in… Continue reading The political cost of unconditional cash transfers
Revising India’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Indian economy Introduction India is reviewing its Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) to make the investment regime more attractive while protecting its regulatory space. The review follows difficulties in concluding new BITs, concerns over investor protection and declining net foreign direct investment (FDI). The revised framework is expected to be… Continue reading Revising India’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond
Source: The post “Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond” has been created based on “Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond” published in “Business Line” on 5 September 2026. Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: The NFHS-6 (2023-24) Fact Sheets show that India has made significant progress in women’s education and… Continue reading Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond
The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity
Source: The post “The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity” has been created based on “The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity” published in “The Pioneer” on 5 September 2026. The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is evolving from a… Continue reading The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity
Why India may revive ‘Most-Favoured-Nation’ rule in bilateral treaties
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International relations Introduction India is reconsidering its Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) framework after finding that its restrictive approach has made some treaty negotiations difficult. It may introduce a Qualified Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) provision to address investor concerns and improve investment certainty, especially with major partners such as the European Union (EU), without… Continue reading Why India may revive ‘Most-Favoured-Nation’ rule in bilateral treaties
Reducing India’s Exposure to U.S. Tariff Risks
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction India faces growing U.S. tariff risks due to its Russian crude purchases, strong export dependence on the U.S., and exposure of key sectors such as pharmaceuticals. Existing and proposed U.S. measures can raise trade costs and affect India’s growth. India therefore needs to reduce its vulnerability through… Continue reading Reducing India’s Exposure to U.S. Tariff Risks
