Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 December 2025
Content Surveillance apps in welfare, snake oil for accountability Why in News? Relevance GS II (Governance & Social Justice) GS IV (Ethics in Public Administration) Practice Question Core Concept: Accountability vs Responsibility Evolution of Tech-Fixes for Accountability 1. Biometric Attendance (Early 2010s) 2. Aadhaar-Based Biometric Authentication (ABBA) in PDS (2017) 3. NMMS App in MGNREGA […]
Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPMs)
Why is it in News? Relevance GS-3: Economy & Infrastructure GS-3: Science & Technology GS-2: International Relations What are Rare Earth Elements (REEs)? Why Does India Need REPM Manufacturing Now? Massive Import Dependence Rising Domestic Demand Strategic Vulnerability What Does the New ₹7,280-crore REPM Scheme Do? Key Features Outcome Sought India’s Current Position Strengths Weaknesses […]
Auramine O in Indian Food
Why Is It in News? Relevance GS2 – Health / Regulation• Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 enforcement gaps.• FSSAI’s regulatory architecture: labs, surveillance, penalties.• Informal food sector compliance deficits.• Public health risk: hepatotoxicity, carcinogenicity.• Consumer safety → right to safe food (Article 21). GS3 – Science / Technology / Economy• Need for rapid detection technologies.• Chemical supply-chain regulation and monitoring.• Economic incentives driving adulteration in low-margin […]
Current Affairs 13 November 2025
Content All HCs should upload details of time taken by judges to deliver verdicts: SC Why in News? Relevance Judicial Delays in Pronouncing Verdicts Supreme Court’s Observations (Bench: Justices Surya Kant & Joymalya Bagchi) Legal and Institutional Context Causes Behind Delay in Verdict Pronouncements Implications of the Supreme Court’s Direction Challenges Ahead Way Forward Significance […]
How is AI transforming teaching and learning practices in Indian classrooms?
Why It’s in the News Relevance Basics of AI Integration in Education Opportunities of AI in Education Challenges and Risks Recommendations for Ethical AI Integration
Himachal declared ‘fully literate’
Why in News? Relevance: Basics Overview Significance of Himachal’s Achievement Methodology of Declaring ‘Fully Literate’ Challenges Highlighted Comparative Data Policy Implications
Which sectors are worst hit by tariffs?
Basics of the Tariffs Relevance : GS 3(Economy – Tariff) Sectors Facing Severe Impact (a) Shrimp (b) Textiles & Apparel (Tiruppur cluster etc.) (c) Jewellery, Diamonds & Carpets Sectors Facing Moderate Impact (a) Metals (Steel, Aluminium, Copper) (b) Machinery & Mechanical Appliances (c) Organic Chemicals Immediate Economic Impact Government Response (Short-term) Medium to Long-term Strategy International […]
Should States be compensated for revenue loss from GST reforms?
Basics of GST Relevance : GS 3(Economy – Taxation) Proposed Reform Likely Revenue Impact Impact on States Compensation Question Political & Institutional Dimensions Macro Implications Summary Judgment:
Current Affairs 21 August 2025
Content Removing a Minister Constitutional Context Relevance : GS 2(Polity , Constitution) Proposed Amendment (Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-Third) Amendment Bill, 2025) Rationale for the Amendment Legal & Institutional Precedents Issues Raised Practical Implications Criticisms & Challenges Way Forward Broader Significance Nuclear laws and the role of Opposition Background & Context Relevance : GS 2(Governance), […]
Current Affairs 30 July 2025
Content: 3 Pak. terrorists behind Pahalgam killed: Centre Background On April 22, 2025, a major terror attack took place at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of 26 civilians. The attack marked one of the deadliest incidents targeting civilians in the Union Territory in recent times. Relevance : GS 3(Internal […]