Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 31 May 2024
CONTENTS RBI Dividend Aids Government Finances Context: In the amendment to the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act through the Finance Bill 2018-19, based on the recommendations of Dr. N K Singh’s committee, the government committed to achieving a fiscal deficit (FD) of 3 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) by FY 2020-21. However, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 30 May 2024
CONTENTS The Threat of Building Fires Context: The catastrophic fires at a gaming center in Rajkot, Gujarat, and a newborn nursing clinic in Delhi, occurring within 24 hours of each other and resulting in over 30 fatalities, highlight a persistent issue in India: widespread negligence regarding building fire safety by various stakeholders, including builders, owners, […]
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 […]