UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 –Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Introduction The recent deaths of three adolescent girls in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, brought national attention to child and adolescent mental health. Such incidents should not be seen as isolated tragedies. They point to deeper structural… Continue reading The Quiet Crisis of Adolescent Mental Health in India
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Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights
Source: The post “Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights” has been created, based on “Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights” published in “The Hindu” on 24 February 2026. Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The recent judgment of the Supreme Court of India in Nawang v. Bahadur clarified that the Hindu Succession… Continue reading Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights
Kole Wetlands
News: A scientific study at the Kole wetlands recorded 12 species of pygmy grasshoppers, including four species newly documented in the State. About Kole Wetlands It is the largest brackish, humid tropical wetland ecosystem on the southwest coast of India. Location: The Kole wetlands are located in Kerala and spread over Thrissur and Malappuram districts.… Continue reading Kole Wetlands
India’s leap, from back office to global brain trust
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilisation of resources, growth, development and employment. Introduction By early 2026, India has moved far beyond its old role as the world’s low-cost outsourcing hub. It has become a strategic nerve centre for global corporations. Former captive units have transformed into Global Capability… Continue reading India’s leap, from back office to global brain trust
Protecting the Freedom of Speech of MPs
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Parliament and State legislatures—structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. Introduction Recent developments in Parliament have brought renewed attention to the need for protecting the freedom of speech of Members of Parliament, a constitutional privilege guaranteed under Article 105. While procedural rules regulate… Continue reading Protecting the Freedom of Speech of MPs
Parliament’s historic law, an extended wait for women
Source: The post “Parliament’s historic law, an extended wait for women” has been created, based on “Parliament’s historic law, an extended wait for women” published in “The Hindu” on 23 February 2026. Parliament’s historic law, an extended wait for women. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The passage of the Women’s Reservation Act in 2023… Continue reading Parliament’s historic law, an extended wait for women
Gen Z and the Dynamics of Democratic Engagement
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 1- Society Introduction Democratic systems across many societies are facing decline, weak accountability, and growing public frustration. In this setting, Generation Z (1997–2012) has emerged as a visible political force. Youth-led protests in Bangladesh (2024) and Nepal (2025) show new patterns of mobilisation. Their engagement reflects changing values, new social experiences,… Continue reading Gen Z and the Dynamics of Democratic Engagement
India’s Satirical Freedom and the Scope of State Power
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Introduction India’s public culture has long accepted satire as a way to question authority and expose social contradictions. Political humour, cartoons, and artistic exaggeration have traditionally existed within democratic tolerance. However, recent content blocking actions and expanded… Continue reading India’s Satirical Freedom and the Scope of State Power
AI in healthcare
Source: The post “AI in healthcare” has been created, based on “People above platforms: AI in healthcare” published in “The Hindu” on 20 February 2026. AI in healthcare. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being used in healthcare for diagnostic imaging, data analysis, and hospital workflow management. However, discussions… Continue reading AI in healthcare
Snowball Earth
News: A new study in Earth and Planetary Science Letters has reported evidence that shorter climate cycles still operated during at least one phase of this snowball earth. About Snowball Earth Snowball Earth refers to a period during the Cryogenian Period, about 720–635 million years ago, when scientists believe that most of the Earth was… Continue reading Snowball Earth
