Why every Indian must learn about evolution

Source– The post is based on the article “Why every Indian must learn about evolution” published in “The Indian Express” on 14th June 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of education Relevance- Issues related to curriculum News– Textbooks published NCERT books for middle and high school classes in India have omitted some… Continue reading Why every Indian must learn about evolution

Between India and Nepal, barriers come down

Source: The post is based on the article “Between India and Nepal, barriers come down” published in the Indian Express on 13th June 2023 Syllabus: GS 2 – India and Neighbourhood relations. Relevance: About India-Nepal relations. News: The recent visit of the Nepali Prime Minister to India has highlighted the ongoing developments in India-Nepal relations. Contents1 What are the key… Continue reading Between India and Nepal, barriers come down

Narendra Modi’s Deng Xiaoping moment

Source– The post is based on the article “Narendra Modi’s Deng Xiaoping moment” published in “The Indian Express” on 13th June 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral groupings and agreements Relevance- Issues related to bilateral groupings and agreements News– US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan’s visit to Delhi this week is expected to finalise the agreements that… Continue reading Narendra Modi’s Deng Xiaoping moment

An Atmanirbhar move – on fertiliser sector

Source– The post is based on the article “An Atmanirbhar move” published in the “The Indian Express” on 13th June 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Infrastructure Relevance- Issues related to fertiliser sector News– The article highlights the progress achieved by current government in fertiliser sector. How has India’s department of fertilisers made significant strides in achieving self-reliance… Continue reading An Atmanirbhar move – on fertiliser sector

Lessons from Kathal: Tracking India’s missing girls

Source: The post is based on the article “Lessons from Kathal: Tracking India’s missing girls” published in the Indian Express on 12th June 2023 Syllabus: GS 2 – Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections. Relevance: About India’s missing girls. News: The recent movie Kathal has spurred the debate about India’s missing girls. Contents1… Continue reading Lessons from Kathal: Tracking India’s missing girls

How technology can help India’s urban centres become disabled friendly

Source: The post is based on the article “How technology can help India’s urban centres become disabled friendly” published in the Indian Express on 12th June 2023 Syllabus: GS 2 – Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections. Relevance: About making urban centres disable friendly. News: Persons with disabilities face many challenges in participating… Continue reading How technology can help India’s urban centres become disabled friendly

Captagon pills crisis: What are amphetamine-based drugs and why have they been used by militaries around the world?

Source: The post is based on the article “Captagon pills crisis: What are amphetamine-based drugs and why have they been used by militaries around the world?”  published in Indian Express on 12th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Captagon Pills?3 What do amphetamine-based drugs do?4 What are the side effects of amphetamine-based… Continue reading Captagon pills crisis: What are amphetamine-based drugs and why have they been used by militaries around the world?

What is Cyclone Biparjoy and how was it named?

Source: The post is based on the article “What is Cyclone Biparjoy and how was it named?”  published in Indian Express on 12th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 How did Cyclone Biparjoy get its name, and how are cyclones named?3 How are Cyclones named?4 Is it not rare for cyclones to develop in… Continue reading What is Cyclone Biparjoy and how was it named?

Manipur, a rude reminder of northeast tensions

Source– The post is based on the article “Manipur, a rude reminder of northeast tensions” published in the “The Indian Express” on 12th June 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Security Relevance- Issues related to security in northeast region News– Violence in Manipur has been going on for over a month now. It has claimed well over 100… Continue reading Manipur, a rude reminder of northeast tensions

JNU VC on NCERT deletions: There is no conspiracy

Source– The post is based on the article “JNU VC on NCERT deletions: There is no conspiracy” published in “The Indian Express” on 12th June 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of education Relevance- Issues related to curriculum News– Recently, there was controversy over textbook revision by the National Council of Educational… Continue reading JNU VC on NCERT deletions: There is no conspiracy

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