Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 January 2024
CONTENTS One Nation, One Election Context: In September 2023, the Union Government established a ‘High Level Committee on One Nation, One Election,‘ with former President of India, Ramnath Kovind, as its chairman. Given that the outcomes of this initiative could potentially reshape the foundations of our democratic framework and reconfigure the federal structure, it is […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 January 2024
CONTENTS Curbs on Financing of Civil Society Bodies Context: In less than a year after suspending the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) license of the Centre for Policy Research (CPR), the Government of India has now revoked its FCRA license. The rationale behind this action—associating CPR’s publications with current affairs programming, which is prohibited for an entity using FCRA funds—seems absurd. […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 January 2024
CONTENTS Traditional Indian Medicine Goes Global Context: The global dissemination of Traditional Indian Medicine is currently experiencing a significant transformation under the leadership of the Ministry of Ayush, marking a pivotal shift in merging ancient wisdom with contemporary healthcare practices. Ayush, emphasizing the body’s innate healing capabilities and the equilibrium of mind, body, and consciousness, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 January 2024
CONTENTS Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 Context: The recent Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) focuses on a crucial demographic segment essential for India’s demographic dividend – the 14-18-year-olds residing in rural areas. It validates a positive trend, indicating an encouraging increase in students progressing to secondary education. Relevance: GS2- Education Mains Question: […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 January 2024
CONTENTS The Fading Role of Universities in Society Context: The directive from the University Grants Commission (UGC) instructing universities and colleges across the country to display the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao logo on their premises is viewed as another effort to limit academic freedom, already under threat. Previously, institutions were directed to engage in activities […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 17 January 2024
CONTENTS MSMEs Need Cost Institutional Credit Context: The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a crucial role in realizing the potential of India as envisioned in the ‘Make in India’ initiative. This sector not only aligns with the goal of self-reliance (‘Atma Nirbharta’) but also contributes significantly to overall production, employment, and untapped export […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 15 January 2024
CONTENTS Regulating India’s Online Gaming Industry Context: As we are aware, deficiencies in the market, such as monopolies, externalities, and information asymmetries, not only reduce economic value but also corrode societal well-being, leading to a decline in user trust. In such instances, government regulatory intervention becomes crucial. The effectiveness of this intervention depends on a […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 13 January 2024
CONTENTS A Case Diary for the Indian Police Context: The three-day conference held in Jaipur during the first week of January brought together police officers at the Director General of Police level from various parts of India. This event served as both a reflection on current practices and a valuable learning opportunity, with a focus […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 12 January 2024
CONTENTS Are Antibiotics Over-Prescribed in India? Context: The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently conducted a study which revealed that more than half of the nearly 10,000 hospital patients surveyed were administered antibiotics as a preventive measure rather than for treating infections. The survey covered patients treated over one to five days in 20 […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 11 January 2024
CONTENTS India- Maldives Ties Context: The swift deterioration of relations between India and the Maldives, occurring just a month after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with the newly elected Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, is cause for concern. The catalyst for this decline emerged from tweets by three Maldivian Ministers who criticized Mr. Modi for promoting […]