Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 14 January 2026

Content Environmental Costs of Artificial Intelligence Core Issue Relevance GS III (Science & Technology, Environment, Economy) Practice Question Key Evidence & Data Environmental Dimension Science & Technology Dimension Governance & Regulatory Dimension Constitutional & Legal Dimension Economic Dimension Ethical Dimension India-Specific Policy Options Challenges Prelims Pointers Bottom Line Language of harmony Core Issue Relevance GS […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 13 January 2026

Content Why Article 6 is a powerful tool for India ? Why in News ? Relevance Practice Question What is Article 6? Constitutional Dimension Governance & Institutional Architecture Economic & Developmental Significance for India Strategic Significance of India’s Article 6 Participation India’s Identified Priority Activities (13 sectors) High-end, future-facing sectors: Overview: Environmental & Climate Impact […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 12 January 2026

Content Delimitation, Finance Commission & Southern States Why in News? Relevance GS II – Polity & Governance GS III – Economy Practice Question Core Issue Constitutional & Legal Background Fiscal Federalism Link Political Impact of Delimitation Proposed Solutions Increase Lok Sabha Seats (Status Quo Ratios) Equal Representation in Rajya Sabha Expand Vidhan Sabhas Digressive Proportionality […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 10 January 2026

Content Letting the rupee slide isn’t the answer Why in News? Relevance GS III – Indian Economy GS II – Governance Practice Question Core Argument of the Editorial Key Issues Highlighted Limits of Rupee Depreciation as a Policy Tool Imported Inflation Risk Corporate Balance Sheet Stress FX Reserves Are Not Just a Stockpile The “Equilibrium […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 January 2026

Content Central Tax Devolution & GSDP Debate Why in News ? Relevance Practice Question Background: India’s Fiscal Transfer Architecture Core Issues in the Current System Tax Contribution vs Tax Collection: The Controversy Why GSDP is a Better Proxy ? Devolution Outcomes (2020–25): Key Data Insights Correlation Analysis State-wise Anomalies Explained Winners & Losers under GSDP-based […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 January 2026

Content ‘Natgrid’, the search engine of digital authoritarianism Context & Background Relevance GS-III (Internal Security & Technology) Practice Question Q1.“Security without accountability erodes democracy.”Critically examine this statement in the context of the expansion of NATGRID in India.(250 Words) Birth of NATGRID: The Original Rationale Design & Scope of NATGRID Constitutional & Legal Concerns From ‘Vaporware’ […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 07 January 2026

Content Dangerous paradigm Context Relevance GS-2 International Relations GS-3 Security & Diplomacy Practice Question Operation Details and Aftermath Global Reaction U.S. Government Position Why this matters? 1. Erosion of International Norms 2. Geopolitical Ramifications 3. Rule of Law and Precedent 4. Regional Security and Conflict Risk Conclusion The right to disconnect in an ‘always-on’ […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 06 January 2026

Content Hierarchy of roles Why is it in News? Relevance Practice Question The Basics — UAPA & Bail Framework Data point Case Background What the Supreme Court Did — “Hierarchy of Participation” Critique flagged by commentators Court’s Interpretation of “Terrorist Act” (Section 15) Risk flagged Prolonged Incarceration vs Bail — Court’s Position Civil-liberty […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 05 January 2026

Content The struggle to count women’s labour Why in News ? Relevance GS-II | Welfare, Social Justice, Gender & Labour Policy GS-III | Economy, Inclusive Growth & Human Capital Practice Question Basics — What is “Unpaid & Emotional Labour”? Core Issue: This labour enables the economy to function but is excluded from GDP, budgets, labour […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 January 2026

Content Energy Transition Why in News ? Relevance Practice Question Basics — What the Editorial Emphasises ? Key Data & Facts Structural Problems Highlighted Policy Issues Explained Reforms Recommended Opportunities Identified Risks & Challenges Takeaway — Core Thesis Casual Racism in India Why in News ? Relevance Practice Question What is “Casual […]