Current Affairs 10 December 2025
Content India–U.S. rice tariff issue Why in News? Relevance GS II – International Relations GS III – Economy & Agriculture Core Economic Facts 1. Trade Asymmetry in Rice Inference: Any tariff shock hurts U.S. consumers more than Indian exporters. Dumping: Is the allegation valid? Dumping (WTO definition): Indian rice exports: Conclusion: Strategic Context 1. Domestic […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 10 December 2025
Content: Care as disability justice, dignity in mental health Why is in News? Relevance GS-2: Governance, Constitution & Social Justice GS-3: Health Sector & Human Development Practice Question What is meant by Mental Health & Psychological Disability? Mental Health (WHO understanding) Psychosocial Disability Article’s Core Arguement The article calls for: A shift from clinical correction […]
PIB Summaries 10 December 2025
Content India Hosts UNESCO’s 20th ICH Session Why in News? Relevance GS 1 — Indian Heritage & Culture GS 2 — International Relations & Global Institutions What is Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH)? 2003 UNESCO Convention on ICH — Core Architecture Intergovernmental Committee — Key Functions India’s Role in Global ICH Governance Strategic Objectives of India […]
Static Quiz 10 December 2025 (Environment)
Q1. Which of the following is an example of Müllerian mimicry? A) Viceroy butterfly resembling Monarch butterflyB) Stingless hoverfly resembling honeybee speciesC) Two unpalatable Heliconius with warning coloursD) Walking stick insect resembling dry twig Correct Answer: CExplanation: Müllerian mimicry occurs when two or more unpalatable/toxic species evolve similar warning coloration, reinforcing predator learning. Heliconius butterflies […]
Gallbladder cancer
Why in News? Relevance GS 2 – Governance GS 3 – Environment & Health What is Gallbladder Cancer? Why is GBC Concentrated in the Gangetic Belt? Gendered Burden: Why Women are Disproportionately Affected Economic & Social Impact Governance Failures at the Core (A) Environmental Governance (B) Health Surveillance Failure Why GBC Remains “Invisible” What Needs to […]
Nahargarh Biological Park
Why in News? Relevance GS 2 – Governance GS 3 – Environment & Disaster Management What is a Biological Park & Safari? Nahargarh Biological Park: What Exactly Happened? Governance & Regulatory Gaps Exposed Legal & Judicial Context Eco-tourism vs Conservation: The Core Tension Conclusion The Nahargarh safari fire exposes the safety and regulatory vacuum in India’s […]
Crypto transactions crossed ₹51,000 cr. in 2024-25 in India’
Why in News? Relevance GS 3 – Economy GS 2 – Governance & Regulation What is Cryptocurrency? What are Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs)? How is Crypto Taxed in India? Legal Basis Tax Structure How Was ₹51,180 Crore Estimated? What Does the Growth Indicate? Why Is Crypto Growing Despite Heavy Taxation? Economic Implications for India (A) Revenue […]
DHRUVA framework
Why in News? Relevance GS 2 – Governance GS 3 – Infrastructure & Digital Economy What is DHRUVA? Core Objective of DHRUVA What is DIGIPIN? How Will DHRUVA Work? DHRUVA ecosystem includes: How Will DHRUVA Be Used? (A) Consent-Based Address Sharing (B) Seamless Address Updating (C) Logistics & Platform Integration Why is DHRUVA Being Framed as […]
How can India benefit from neurotechnology?
Why in News? Relevance GS 2 – Governance & Social Justice GS 3 – Science & Technology + Internal Security What is Neurotechnology? Core Technology: Brain–Computer Interface (BCI) Types of BCIs What Can BCIs Do? (A) Therapeutic Uses (Current Reality) (B) Diagnostic Uses (C) Emerging Uses Global Landscape (A) United States (B) China (C) Europe & […]
Current Affairs Quiz 09 December 2025
Q1. With reference to Brain–Computer Interfaces (BCIs), consider the following statements: (a) 1, 2 and 3(b) 1 and 3 only(c) 2 only(d) 2 and 3 only Correct Answer: (b) Explanation: Q2.Which of the following institutions plays a lead regulatory role in operationalising the Dhruva Framework?(a) DRDO(b) NITI Aayog(c) Department of Posts (d) Department of Telecommunications Correct […]