Current Affairs Quiz 28 November 2025
Q1. Real GDP in India is predominantly deflated using which index, which the IMF considers methodologically inappropriate for a services-dominated economy?a) Wholesale Price Indexb) Consumer Price Indexc) Producer Price Indexd) Service Price Index Correct Answer: a) Explanation:• WPI used for manufacturing GVA, GFCF, inventories.• WPI excludes services → undermines real GDP accuracy. Q2. Consider the […]
Current Affairs 28 November 2025
Content IMF gives ‘C’ grade for India’s national accounts statistics WHY IS THIS IN NEWS? Relevance GS3 – Economy / Growth Measurement• Quality of GDP estimation under MOSPI/NSO scrutiny.• Discrepancies between production vs expenditure GDP.• Outdated base year (2011–12) and need for rebasing.• Deflator issues (WPI–CPI divergence).• Statistical system reforms: MCA-21 data, GSTN integration. GS2 […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 November 2025
Content The Kamalesan case Why the Case Matters ? Relevance GS2 – Constitution & Rights• Article 25 (freedom of conscience) vs Article 33 (restrictions for armed forces).• Judicial doctrine of proportionality and reasonable accommodation.• Minority confidence, inclusivity in institutions, secular character of State. GS2 – Judiciary• Pattern of judicial restraint in military matters.• Constitutional balancing: […]
PIB Summaries 28 November 2025
Content From Growth Engine to Global Edge: Supercharging India’s Logistics What Is Logistics? Relevance GS2 – Governance GS3 – Economy / Infrastructure Global benchmarks: Big Picture: Why Logistics Is a Strategic Sector for India Key Data & Findings (PIB 2025) Structural Transformation Underway Digital Backbone of India’s Logistics Multimodal Logistics along the Gangetic Plain (Case […]
Static Quiz 28 November 2025 (Modern History)
Q1. Consider the following statements: How many of the above are correct?(a) Only one(b) Only two(c) All three(d) None Correct Answer: (c) All three Explanation: Sequence: Barrackpore → Meerut → Delhi. Q2. Consider the following pairs (Centre – Leader): Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?(a) 1 only(b) 1 and 2 only(c) 2 […]
Aravalli Hills Despite Forest Survey Warning
Why is it in News? Relevance GS1 – Geography GS2 – Governance GS3 – Environment & Conservation Aravali Range The “100m cut-off” Implication: Anything <100 m elevation = not Aravalli, even if geomorphologically part of the range. FSI’s red flag Why this matters for NCR Pollution ? What was the earlier yardstick(FSI – 2010 onwards) FSI […]
Safran LEAP Engine MRO Facility in Hyderabad
Why is it in News? Relevance GS3 – Economy & Infrastructure GS3 – Science & Technology GS2 – International Relations What is an MRO Facility? The LEAP Engine What is the LEAP engine? Key Technical Features Why LEAP matters for India? Why India wants engine design capability ? Policy Framework Supporting Aerospace Manufacturing FDI liberalisation PLI […]
SC Panel Suggests Creation of a Goa Tiger Reserve
Why is it in News? Relevance GS-III: Environment & Ecology GS-I: Geography What is a Tiger Reserve? Background of the Case High Court Order (2023) Goa Government’s Objections CEC’s Intervention CEC Recommendations — Phased Tiger Reserve for Goa A. Phase 1: Core + Buffer from Low-Human Habitation Areas Core Zone (296.7 sq. km) Buffer Zone […]
How to Navigate a Complex Global Paradigm
Why is it in News? Relevance GS-II: International Relations GS-III: Security & Technology U.S.–China Relations in 2025 Key Themes from the Hong Kong Forum A. Shrinking Space for Nuance B. AI and Technology as the New Global Commons C. Taiwan as a Driver of Militarised Tension D. The Diplomatic Climate E. Ng Eng Hen’s “Dialectic Moment” […]
Chief Justice of India on NJAC Revival Plea
Why is it in News? Relevance GS-II: Polity & Governance GS-II: Parliament & Judiciary Relations Judicial Appointments in India Constitutional Scheme Shift to Judicial Primacy (Judges Cases) Collegium System — Key Features 99th Constitutional Amendment (2014) + NJAC Act (2014) Composition: Objectives Why NJAC Was Struck Down (2015, 4:1 bench) Core Reason: Violation of Judicial […]