Searching for extraterrestrial life means asking the right questions first
Context & Recent Development Relevance : GS 3(Science and Technology) Key Finding: “Absence of Evidence ≠ Evidence of Absence” Simulated Findings from the Study The Core Argument: Better Questions, Not Just Better Telescopes Technological Outlook: Next-Gen Missions Uncertainty in Observation: Acknowledging Limitations Broader Significance for Science and Policy Conclusion: A Shift in Scientific Mindset
97% ‘untouchability’ cases pending in courts: govt. report
Background: Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues ,Judiciary) Dismal Trends in Case Registration Alarming Judicial Pendency and Acquittal Rate Policing and Prosecution Gaps Contrast with SC/ST Atrocities Act (1989) Structural & Legal Challenges The Way Forward
Govt. data show fall in women at work in rural, urban areas
Unemployment Rate: Flatlining Relevance : GS 1(Society ) ,GS 2(Social Justice) Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR): Declining Women’s Workforce Participation: Falling Sharply Sectoral Insights: Agriculture and Gender Worker-Population Ratio (WPR): Not Explicitly Released Broader Implications Policy Way Forward Conclusion The static unemployment rate masks deeper vulnerabilities, especially among women and rural populations. Declining LFPR is a bigger concern than open […]
How vulnerable are Delhi citizens to cybercrime?
Context and Scale Relevance : GS 3(Cyber Security) Public Awareness: High but Uneven Government Initiatives: Mixed Perception Citizen Practices & Digital Divide Confidence in Protection Reporting Behaviour: Worryingly Low Redressal & Recovery: Institutional Apathy Complaint Process Experience Nature of Cybercrime Impact Trust in Digital Ecosystem Policy Way Forward
The need to protect India’s linguistic secularism
India’s Linguistic Diversity: Facts First Relevance : GS 1(Indian Society ) , GS 2(Polity and Constitution ) Constitutional Safeguards Unique Model of Indian Secularism Emerging Threats to Linguistic Harmony Why Linguistic Tolerance Matters Role of Political Leadership Globalisation vs Identity Assertion Conclusion India’s linguistic secularism is foundational to its democracy. Protecting every language — big or small […]
How is global shipping trying to decarbonise?
Global Context: Decarbonising Shipping Relevance : GS 3(Infrastructure , Environment and Ecology) Green Fuels: Production & Properties Fuel Preferences & Industry Trends Financial Viability & Price Gap India’s Strategic Leverage Policy & Institutional Support Shipbuilding Revival & Geoeconomic Potential Export Potential & Global Integration Challenges Conclusion India stands at a pivotal moment to lead the global green […]
Current Affairs Quiz 16 July 2025
Current Affairs 16 July 2025
Content : How is global shipping trying to decarbonise? Global Context: Decarbonising Shipping Relevance : GS 3(Infrastructure , Environment and Ecology) Green Fuels: Production & Properties Fuel Preferences & Industry Trends Financial Viability & Price Gap India’s Strategic Leverage Policy & Institutional Support Shipbuilding Revival & Geoeconomic Potential Export Potential & Global Integration Challenges Conclusion […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 16 July 2025
Content : More than symbolic Context & Immediate Developments Relevance : GS 2(Governance and Policy) Practice Question : “Behavioural nudges are important, but insufficient in addressing India’s growing public health challenges related to food.” Examine in light of recent government initiatives on food labelling and regulation. (250 words) Data Behind the Policy Push Symbolism vs. […]
PIB Summaries 16 July 2025
Content : The Indian Monsoon: Nature’s Pulse and Nation’s Lifeline What is the Indian Monsoon? Relevance : GS 1(Geography ) Types of Monsoon Key Climatic Drivers Distribution & Variability of Rainfall Economic Significance Recent Monsoon Trends (2021–2024) Climate Change & Monsoon Role of IMD (India Meteorological Department) Achievements Mission Mausam (Launched: Sept 2024) Lightning Strikes: […]