Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 November 2023
CONTENTS Conflict Between The US And China Over Taiwan Context: With China frequently engaging in aggressive actions towards Taiwan over the past year, such as deploying its air force and navy in the surrounding areas, there is a common question about whether India would take action in the Strait of Malacca or the Andaman Sea […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 November 2023
CONTENTS New Aspects of India-Bhutan Relations Context: The decision made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and Bhutan’s fifth King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck to prioritize infrastructure and connectivity during their recent discussions holds significant importance as it marks a step towards more collaborative regional efforts. Relevance: Mains Question: India and Bhutan can change the development story of the region. Analyse in the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 07 November 2023
CONTENTS: More Light, Less Sound/ Noise Pollution Context: The ‘festival of lights’ should not be allowed to deteriorate into a celebration of noise. Fireworks are traditionally associated with joyful festivities worldwide, but many of them are harmful, often excessively loud, and emit harmful fumes when ignited. Relevance: GS3- Environmental Pollution and Degradation Mains Question: To abate noise crisis, governments must […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 06 November 2023
CONTENTS Giving the Urban Indian a Better Life Context: The central theme of World Cities Day for this year, observed on October 31, was “Financing Sustainable Urban Future for All.” The focus is on ensuring that financial resources are directed towards addressing the flawed urbanization that is currently shortening urban futures, thereby making cities more […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 04 November 2023
CONTENTS: The IITs are Overcommitted, in Crisis Context: The Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) hold a prestigious position in India’s higher education landscape, recognized globally as the most prominent institutions. They are often the sole Indian higher education establishments with international recognition. However, the IIT system is facing serious issues at a time when some […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 November 2023
CONTENTS Biosphere Reserves are Evolving as Pockets of Hope Context: In the Island of Principe Biosphere Reserve in Sao Tome and Principe, Africa, schoolchildren have been provided with stainless steel water bottles to eliminate the daily production and consumption of single-use plastic bottles. These UNESCO biosphere reserves serve as beacons of hope in the face […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 02 November 2023
CONTENTS Stocktaking Climate Finance — a Case of Circles in Red Ink Context: Climate finance plays a vital role in upholding the trust of developing nations in future climate change negotiations. The issues regarding climate finance are expected to take centre stage at the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) meeting in Dubai, scheduled for […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 01 November 2023
CONTENTS Parenthood and Surrogacy: Ethical and Societal Issues Context: The societal implications of surrogacy are highly intricate and demand serious attention. The recent Supreme Court ruling, which overturned the ban on using donor gametes for women affected by Mayer Rokitansky Kuster Hauser syndrome, has elicited joy from the affected couples, but it is poised to […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 31 October 2023
CONTENTS: Give up Impropriety, Demonstrate Impartiality/ On the Office of the Speaker Context: The Chief Justice of India recently stressed the need to adhere to the court’s orders and expressed concern for the court’s dignity. This disappointment stemmed from the Maharashtra Assembly Speaker’s inaction regarding disqualification petitions pending since July 2022. Relevance: GS2- Polity Mains […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 30 October 2023
CONTENTS Time and Change/On the three Criminal Codes Context: The parliamentary committee seems to be nearing the finalization of its report on the three Bills designed to replace the current criminal laws. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs has delayed the adoption of the draft report due to requests from Opposition members who want […]