Chapter 7 Section 5: Right to Information Act, 2005
GS Paper 4 · Chapter 7 · Probity in Governance Right to Information Act, 2005 — Constitutional Basis, Architecture, Challenges & Way Forward “Where a society has chosen to accept democracy as its creedal faith, it is elementary that citizens ought to know what their government is doing.” — Justice P.N. Bhagwati What You Will […]
Chapter 7 Section 4: Transparency in Governance
GS Paper 4 · Chapter 7 · Probity in Governance Transparency in Governance — RTI, Proactive Disclosure, Social Audits & Participative Governance “A popular government without popular information, or the means of acquiring it, is but a prologue to a farce or a tragedy, or perhaps both.” — James Madison What You Will Learn in […]
Chapter 7 Section 3: Principles of Probity
GS Paper 4 · Chapter 7 · Ethics & Integrity Principles of Probity in Public Administration — Transparency, Accountability, Integrity, Impartiality & Responsibility “Probity is not the absence of corruption — it is the active presence of values that make institutions trustworthy regardless of who runs them. The five principles are not a checklist; they […]
Chapter 7 Section 2: Need for Probity in Governance
GS Paper 4 · Chapter 7 · Probity in Governance Need for Probity in Governance — Legitimacy, Impartiality, Checks & Balances, Development and Culture of Integrity “The crux of ethical behaviour does not lie only in standards, but in their adoption in action and in issuing sanctions against their violation. Rules can be enacted overnight; […]
Chapter 7 Section 1: Probity in Governance — Definition & Philosophical Foundation
GS Paper 4 · Chapter 7 · Probity in Governance Probity in Governance — Definition, Philosophical Foundation & Institutional Framework “Probity as the moral infrastructure of governance — where individual integrity meets institutional design, and the philosophical demand for uprightness confronts the structural realities of the Indian state.” What You Will Learn in This Section […]
Current Affairs Quiz 09 March 2026
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the International Cricket Council (ICC): Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 2 and 3 onlyC. 1 onlyD. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (A) Explanation: Statement 1 – Correct Statement 2 – Correct Statement 3 – Incorrect Q2. Which of the following best […]
Current Affairs 09 March 2026
Content India routs New Zealand, defends T20 World Cup Source : The Hindu Context Relevance GS I – Society GS II – Governance Practice Question Q1.“Sports achievements contribute not only to national pride but also to economic growth and diplomatic influence.” Discuss with reference to India’s cricket ecosystem.(250 Words) Institutional and Governance Framework of Cricket […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 March 2026
Content One Nation, One Election — remedy worse than disease Basics & Concept Relevance GS I – Society GS II – Polity & Governance Practice Question Q.“One Nation One Election may improve administrative efficiency but risks undermining federalism and parliamentary accountability.” Critically examine. (250 words) Constitutional and Legal Framework Key Provisions of the ONOE Constitutional […]
PIB Summaries 09 March 2026
Content International Women’s Day 2026 Concept & Historical Evolution Relevance GS I – Society GS II – Polity & Governance Practice Question Q.“Gender equality is central to inclusive development.” Examine the role of policy initiatives in advancing women-led development in India. (250 words) Theme of International Women’s Day 2026 Global Campaign – “Give to Gain” […]
Static Quiz 09 March 2026 (Medieval History)
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the Hoysala dynasty: Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 2 onlyC. 1 and 3 onlyD. 1, 2 and 3 Q1. (A)Explanation: Q2. With reference to Hoysala architecture, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A. 1 and […]