Current Affairs Quiz 05 April 2025
Current Affairs 05 April 2025
Content: China hits back with 34% tariff on all U.S. products Context : Relevance : GS 2(International Relations ) , GS 3(International Trade) Escalation of Trade War Rare Earth Export Controls Food Safety Actions Trump’s Response Geopolitical & Economic Implications SC directs CEC to survey forests in Agasthyamalai for encroachments Context : Supreme Court’s Directive Relevance […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 05 April 2025
Content: Taken to task Core Issue: Defections and Speaker Inaction Relevance : GS 2(Polity , Constitution) Practice Question : The anti-defection law has failed to curb opportunistic political defections primarily due to the partisan role of the Speaker. In light of recent judicial interventions, critically examine the need for reforms in the adjudicatory mechanism under […]
PIB Summaries 05 April 2025
Context: Promotion of New Technologies in Agriculture The Government of India is actively promoting the integration of advanced technologies in agriculture to boost productivity, sustainability, and farmer incomes. Key initiatives include mechanization support, drone deployment, digital agriculture, precision farming, and soil health management. Relevance : GS 2(Governance ) ,GS 3(Agriculture) Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) […]
Static Quiz 05 April 2025 (Geography)
Delhi’s contaminated air, food squeeze out a hefty price from migrants
Core Issue Relevance : GS 2(Governance, Welfare Policies, and Vulnerable Sections) Health Impact Economic Burden Student Impact Worker Impact Social Dilemma Food and Water Contamination Broader Implications Key Takeaway Delhi, while offering better opportunities, imposes an invisible cost—health damage and financial hardship—forcing many to question whether it’s worth staying.
Compassion in primary healthcare
Context and Significance Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues ,Health) India’s Primary Healthcare Structure Case Study 1: Clinical Courage in Rural Rajasthan (Amrit Clinics, BHS) Case Study 2: Addressing Violence in Gujarat through ASHAs Case Study 3: Disaster Preparedness in Tamil Nadu Key Takeaways and Lessons Policy Implications and Recommendations
Why are undersea cables important?
What are Undersea Cables? Relevance : GS 3(Infrastructure, Science & Tech, Cybersecurity) Global Connectivity via Undersea Cables India’s Subsea Cable Ecosystem Challenges & Vulnerabilities Steps to Strengthen Infrastructure Key Takeaways
Should India reduce tariffs given the U.S.’s moves?
Context: Relevance : GS 2(International Relations ), GS 3(Economy) Economic Consensus on Tariffs: Consumers vs. Producers: U.S. Strategy – Bargaining or Protectionism? WTO and Global Trade Governance: Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs): What Should India Do? Conclusion:
India holds fire as Trump slaps tariffs
Overview of the U.S. Tariff Move Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) , GS 3(Economy) Legal Justification and Intent Impact on Global Markets India’s Reaction: Muted and Measured India vs Other Affected Nations India-U.S. Trade Context Geopolitical and Economic Implications