Ladakh Groups Submit Draft Proposal to MHA on Statehood
Why in News? Relevance : Governance Structure of Ladakh What is the Sixth Schedule? Why Ladakh Wants Sixth Schedule Status? Key Demands in the 29-Page Draft Proposal Why the Issue Matters? Challenges & Concern Areas Potential Outcomes Going Forward
Current Affairs Quiz 18 November 2025
Q1. Which one of the following does NOT come under the provisions of the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?a) Tripurab) Mizoramc) Arunachal Pradeshd) AssamCorrect Answer: (c)Explanation:• Sixth Schedule applies to Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram.• Arunachal Pradesh is not included despite a large tribal population.• Ladakh is also excluded and currently demanding inclusion. Q2. Under […]
Current Affairs 18 November 2025
Content Ladakh Groups Submit Draft Proposal to MHA on Statehood & 6th Schedule Status Why in News? Relevance : Governance Structure of Ladakh What is the Sixth Schedule? Why Ladakh Wants Sixth Schedule Status? Key Demands in the 29-Page Draft Proposal Why the Issue Matters? Challenges & Concern Areas Potential Outcomes Going Forward Social Audit […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 November 2025
Content The lower judiciary — litigation, pendency, stagnation Why in News? Relevance Practice Questions Basics: Structure of Subordinate Judiciary Core Problem 1: Ministerial Work Consumes Judicial Time Proposed Reform Core Problem 2: Declining Quality of Subordinate Judges Proposed Reform Core Problem 3: Statutory Provisions Increasing, Not Reducing, Pendency (a) Commercial Courts Act – Section 12A […]
PIB Summaries 18 November 2025
Content DPDP Rules, 2025 Notified Why in News? Relevance : GS2 (Governance) GS2 (Polity & Law) GS3 (Cybersecurity) Basics: DPDP Act, 2023 – Foundation Why DPDP Rules, 2025 Were Needed Key Features of DPDP Rules, 2025 A. Phased Implementation B. Personal Data Breach Protocols C. Transparency & Accountability Requirements D. Strengthening Rights of Data Principals […]
Static Quiz 18 November 2025 (Environment)
Q1.Which biome shows the largest annual temperature range? a) Tropical rainforestb) Tundrac) Temperate grasslandd) Desert Answer: (b) TundraExplanation:• Extreme cold winters + short cool summers create highest annual temperature amplitude. Q2. Arrange the following in descending NPP: a) 1–2–3–4b) 2–1–3–4c) 2–1–4–3d) 1–2–4–3 Answer: (b) 2–1–3–4Explanation:Rainforest highest; swamps next; open ocean low per unit area; deserts […]
Cryptocurrency and Dirty Money
Why in News? Relevance : GS 3 – Economy & Security GS 2 – Governance GS 3 – Internal Security What is Crypto Money Laundering? How Cryptocurrency Is Used to Launder Money (as per investigation) Key Findings from The Coin Laundry Project Why Crypto is Attractive for Criminal Networks Case Studies Mentioned Agencies’ Findings (ED, FIU, […]
Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) detected on another star
Why in News? Relevance: GS 3 – Science & Tech What Is a Coronal Mass Ejection (CME)? The Breakthrough Discovery About the Host Star: StKM 1-1262 Scientific Significance Breakthrough for Stellar Space Weather New Methodology Implications for Planetary Habitability Atmospheric Erosion Reassessing Exoplanet Habitability Models Astronomy & Astrophysics Relevance Why This Matters for the Future […]
Senkaku Islands
Why in News? Relevance GS 2 – International Relations GS 3 – Security Where Are the Senkaku (Diaoyu) Islands? Territorial Claims Why Senkaku Matters Strategically ? Latest Developments: China’s “Rights Enforcement Patrol” Why China Is Increasing Pressure Now ? Japan’s Response and Strategic Concerns US Position Broader East Asian Security Implications Implications for India
Article 32 enables people to approach SC for fundamental rights
Why in News? Relevance: GS 2 – Polity What is Article 32? Ambedkar’s Vision (As Highlighted by CJI Gavai) Advanced Constitutional Analysis Current Issues Highlighted by CJI Gavai