JANUARY 2026 CURRENT AFFAIRS | MONTHLY COMPILATION | LEGACY IAS ACADEMY
Legacy IAS January 2026 Current Affairs Monthly Compilation includes Editorial Analysis and PIB Summaries which are essential for UPSC Civil Services Exam (IAS Exam) at both the Prelims and Mains levels and the content is segregated in accordance with the subjects in the UPSC Syllabus. Click Here for the January 2026 Monthly Current Affairs […]
Static Quiz 17 February 2026 (Polity)
Q1. With reference to the writ of Habeas Corpus, consider the following statements: How many statements are correct?A) Only oneB) Only twoC) All threeD) None Q1. (B) Explanation: Q2. Under which conditions can a writ of Mandamus be issued? Select the correct answer:A) 1 and 4 onlyB) 1, 2 and 4 onlyC) 1, 2 and […]
The Hindu UPSC News Analysis For 17 February 2026
The Hindu – UPSC News Analysis | 17 Feb 2026 | Legacy IAS THE HINDU Daily UPSC Mains-Oriented Analysis UPSC News Analysis Tuesday, 17 February 2026 · Bengaluru City Edition Today’s Key Topics GS-II/III NGT Clears Great Nicobar Project GS-II DPDP Act vs RTI – Privacy vs Transparency GS-II Federalism – M.K. Stalin’s Op-Ed GS-II […]
RBI Plan to Compensate Victims of Digital Fraud
A. Issue in Brief Relevance B. Static Background Digital Payments Growth Context Existing Liability Framework C. Key Dimensions 1) Rising UPI Fraud Trends UPI fraud data (as per Parliamentary replies): Year Fraud Cases Amount 2021–22 ~4.07 lakh ~₹242 crore 2022–23 ~7.25 lakh ~₹573 crore 2023–24 ~13.42 lakh ~₹1,087 crore 2024–25 ~12.64 lakh ~₹981 crore 2025–26* […]
LHS 1903 Planetary System Discovery
A. Issue in Brief Relevance B. Static Background What are Exoplanets? Planet Formation Theory Red Dwarf Stars C. Key Dimensions 1) Scientific Significance 2) Habitability Angle 3) Technology & Space Science D. Critical Analysis Opportunities for Science Limitations E. Way Forward F. Exam Orientation Prelims Pointers Mains Practice Question (10–15M)
AI Impact Summit 2026: India & Global AI Governance
A. Issue in Brief Relevance B. Static Background Global AI Governance Context India’s AI Ecosystem C. Key Dimensions 1) Geopolitical Significance 2) Economic & Innovation Impact 3) Human-Centric AI Approach 4) Tech Diplomacy & Standards D. Critical Analysis Opportunities Concerns / Risks E. Way Forward F. Exam Orientation Prelims Pointers Mains Practice Question (15M)
India Adds 50,000+ MW Power Capacity: Renewable Surge
A. Issue in Brief Relevance B. Static Background India’s Power Mix – Structural Context Policy Framework Driving Growth C. Key Dimensions 1) Solar Dominance 2) Wind Sector 3) Energy Transition Signal 4) Grid & Storage Implications D. Critical Analysis Opportunities Challenges E. Way Forward F. Exam Orientation Prelims Pointers Mains Practice Question (15M)
Bio-based Chemicals and Enzymes: India’s Bioeconomy Push
Source : The Hindu A. Issue in Brief Relevance B. Static Background What are Bio-based Chemicals? What are Enzymes? Policy Framework C. Key Dimensions 1) Economic Potential 2) Resource Advantage 3) Industrial Base 4) Environmental Gains D. Critical Analysis Opportunities Risks / Constraints E. Way Forward F. Exam Orientation Prelims Pointers
Ambiguities in the U.S.–India Trade Deal
Source : The Hindu A. Issue in Brief Relevance B. Static Background Trajectory of India–U.S. Trade Disputes C. Key Dimensions 1) Tariffs & Market Access Example: Earlier tariff cuts on U.S. almonds and apples were used as confidence-building measures. 2) Agriculture Sensitivity Example: India kept dairy largely out of RCEP, showing consistent defensive stance. 3) […]
Death Sentences in India: Fewer Confirmations, Higher Acquittals
Source : The Hindu A. Issue in Brief Relevance B. Static Background Constitutional & Legal Basis C. Key Dimensions Judicial Trends Criminal Justice System Insight D. Critical Analysis Structural Concerns Rights Perspective Deterrence Debate E. Way Forward F. Exam Orientation Prelims Pointers Mains Practice Question (15M)