UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- issues of buffer stocks and food security Introduction India has moved from food-aid dependence in the 1960s to becoming a major food producer. This achievement is supported by strong buffer stocks and the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, which provides subsidised foodgrains to around 800 million people. Climate change… Continue reading Making India’s Food System Climate-Proof Cannot Wait
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The High Cost of India’s Private Health-Care Boom
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Introduction India’s private health-care expansion has improved access to specialised treatment, advanced technology and tertiary care, but it has also created a serious affordability gap. Treatment in private hospitals costs far more than in public facilities, while many… Continue reading The High Cost of India’s Private Health-Care Boom
Why India could shape the next global financial order
Source: The post “Why India could shape the next global financial orders” has been created based on “Why India could shape the next global financial order” published in “The Hindu” on 27 July 2026. Why India could shape the next global financial order. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3- International Relations Context: The international financial architecture consists… Continue reading Why India could shape the next global financial order
The Limits of Air Power, Implications for Theatre-isation
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3 – Security challenges and their management in border areas. Introduction Modern conflicts show that air power remains important but cannot independently decide the outcome of a war. Ukraine demonstrated how integrated air defences can deny control of the skies, while the Iran conflict showed that even air dominance may not… Continue reading The Limits of Air Power, Implications for Theatre-isation
End the Culture of Secrecy in Judicial Appointments
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Judiciary Introduction The Collegium system was developed to protect judicial independence from executive interference. However, its functioning has raised concerns over secrecy, unclear selection criteria and the absence of publicly intelligible reasons for important decisions. Justice Ujjal Bhuyan’s recent observations have renewed this debate. The central challenge is to preserve… Continue reading End the Culture of Secrecy in Judicial Appointments
Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)
News: SEBI has introduced an Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs). About Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) Introduced by: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced an IT Resilience Index (ITRI) framework for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs), including stock exchanges, depositories and clearing corporations. Purpose: It has been… Continue reading Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)
How the SC Ruling Redefined ‘Industry’
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Industry Introduction The Supreme Court’s nine-judge Constitution Bench revisited the meaning of “industry” under Indian labour law. The issue centred on the 1978 Bangalore Water Supply precedent and its triple test. Pending disputes under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 will continue under this test. However, the Industrial… Continue reading How the SC Ruling Redefined ‘Industry’
Unimpeded Trade Needs IPMDA as the Answer
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction Despite difficulties in India-U.S. relations, both sides need cooperation on trade, energy and Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) to protect unimpeded trade. The West Asia crisis has shown that disruptions in major sea routes can affect energy supplies and global commerce. As maritime coercion, illegal activities and surveillance… Continue reading Unimpeded Trade Needs IPMDA as the Answer
Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress
Source: The post “Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress” has been created based on “Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress” published in “The Hindu” on 22 August 2026. Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: The UDISE+ 2025-26 report covers around 14.7 lakh schools, 24 crore students and 1.02 crore… Continue reading Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress
The Vanashakti Verdict – Significance and Way Forward
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The Supreme Court’s 29 July 2026 judgment in Vanashakti v. Union of India clarifies the legal position on projects that commenced without obtaining prior Environmental Clearance (EC). The key issue was whether such projects could be allowed to continue through post-facto approval. While reaffirming that… Continue reading The Vanashakti Verdict – Significance and Way Forward
