Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 May 2024
CONTENTS The Question of Palestine’s UN Membership Context: Israel’s conflict with Gaza has sparked numerous ethical, political, and diplomatic debates. A notable diplomatic issue drawing significant attention is Palestine’s renewed bid for United Nations (UN) membership. Ironically, this bid is stalled at the UN Security Council (UNSC), primarily due to the geopolitical considerations of the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 May 2024
CONTENTS Chabahar’s Opportunities and Challenges Context: The recently finalized agreement between India and Iran, granting New Delhi the rights to invest in and manage the Shahid-Behesti terminal at Chabahar Port for an additional decade, has garnered significant attention. The agreement comes at a volatile time in West Asia, with ongoing conflict in Gaza, heightened Israel-Iran […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 27 May 2024
CONTENTS Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) Context: India is home to numerous Adivasi groups, with 75 classified as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across various states. According to official data, these groups consist of approximately 14.6 lakh households. These tribes live in scattered, remote, and often inaccessible areas, relying on pre-agricultural methods […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 25 May 2024
CONTENTS Unregulated Tourism in Antarctica Context: Delegates from over 60 nations have gathered in Kochi, Kerala for the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM), which is expected to last until the end of the month. This annual event primarily involves the ‘Consultative Parties’—the 29 countries with voting rights on matters concerning the continent’s management. Other […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 24 May 2024
CONTENTS The Recognition of Palestine by More Nations Context: Ireland, Norway, and Spain have announced their plans to officially recognize the state of Palestine next week, highlighting the shifting international opinion that the Israeli Prime Minister cannot afford to ignore. Relevance: GS2- Mains Question: The recognition of Palestine by more nations is an indictment of […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 May 2024
CONTENTS The Curious Case of Declining Voters in the 2024 Elections Context: It is widely accepted that in a developing and growing country like India, the prices of essential goods, population, GDP, agricultural production, and professionals’ salaries generally increase every year. While the rate of increase may vary each year, the absolute numbers typically rise, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 May 2024
CONTENTS Analysing Local Environmental Footprints Context: While climate change is a global issue, problems like water scarcity and air pollution are often localized or regional. For instance, excessive water usage in one area may not directly impact water scarcity in another. Therefore, focusing on local environmental issues is vital, emphasizing the importance of understanding household […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 21 May 2024
CONTENTS Plug Leakages in Fertiliser Subsidy Context: Recently, the government announced its plans to improve the administration of fertilizer subsidies and reduce leakages and diversions, building on the success of neem-coated urea. It aims to pilot a revised direct benefit transfer (DBT) system in several districts, linking farmers’ land holdings with their nutrient consumption. This […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 May 2024
CONTENTS Renew the Generalised System of Preferences Context: In the realm of obscure international trade terminology, the “generalised system of preferences” (GSP) stands out. GSP is a policy that most developed countries have employed for about fifty years, providing lower tariffs to encourage economic reforms in developing countries. Relevance: GS2- Mains Question: There needs to […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 May 2024
CONTENTS India, Iran, US and the Chahbahar Port Context: By entering into a 10-year agreement with Iran to develop and operate the Chabahar port, India has significantly advanced its infrastructure and trade collaboration with the Islamic Republic, despite ongoing tensions in West Asia. India will invest $120 million and provide a $250 million credit facility […]