Tribal Arts in India – Tribes Art Fest 2026
Why in news ? Relevance Practice Question Q. “Tribal art is not merely aesthetic but a repository of ecological knowledge and identity.” Discuss with challenges in preservation.(250 Words) Static background What is Tribal Art ? Tribal vs Folk Art Key tribal art forms Warli painting (Maharashtra) Gond painting (Madhya Pradesh) Bhil painting (Central India) Rabha […]
Guillotine in Parliament & Demands for Grants 2026–27
Why in news ? Relevance Practice Question Q. “Frequent use of guillotine in passing Demands for Grants undermines parliamentary accountability.” Critically examine.(250 Words) Static background Budgetary process in Parliament What is Guillotine? How the process works Constitutional / legal dimension Governance / administrative dimension Economic dimension Political dimension Social dimension Data & facts Challenges / […]
Dark Fleet (Shadow Fleet) & India-bound Russian oil
Context Relevance Practice Question Q. “The rise of ‘shadow fleet’ operations reflects the limits of global sanctions and poses multidimensional risks.” Analyse with reference to India’s energy security.(250 Words) Static background What is Dark / Shadow Fleet ? Key features of dark fleet India context Governance / geopolitical dimension Security dimension Environmental dimension Technology / […]
Current Affairs Quiz 20 March 2026
Q1. Statement 1: Menstrual leave is provided under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.Statement 2: The Act primarily deals with benefits related to pregnancy and childbirth. A. Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct and Statement 2 explains Statement 1B. Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct but Statement 2 does not explain Statement […]
Current Affairs 20 March 2026
Content Dark Fleet (Shadow Fleet) & India-bound Russian oil Context Relevance Practice Question Q. “The rise of ‘shadow fleet’ operations reflects the limits of global sanctions and poses multidimensional risks.” Analyse with reference to India’s energy security.(250 Words) Static background What is Dark / Shadow Fleet ? Key features of dark fleet India context Governance […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 March 2026
Content Walking back on hard-won rights Context Relevance Practice Question Q. “The proposed Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 marks a shift from a rights-based to a regulatory approach.” Critically examine in light of constitutional morality and global standards.(250 Words) Static background Constitutional & judicial foundation Key provisions of the Bill Definition of […]
PIB Summaries 20 March 2026
Content Aadhaar is the world’s largest biometric identity system with approximately 134 crore live Aadhaar holders Context Relevance Practice Question Q. “Aadhaar has enhanced governance efficiency but raises critical concerns regarding privacy and exclusion.” Critically analyse.(250 Words) Static background Evolution & legal basis Key features Institutional framework Governance / administrative dimension Constitutional / legal dimension […]
Static Quiz 20 March 2026 (Modern History)
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the First Carnatic War (1746–48): How many of the above statements are correct?A. Only oneB. Only twoC. All threeD. None Q1. (C)Explanation: Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the Second Carnatic War (1749–54): How many of the above statements are correct?A. Only oneB. Only twoC. All threeD. None Q2. […]
Current Affairs Quiz 18 March 2026
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the Transgender Persons (Amendment) Bill, 2026: How many of the above statements are correct?A. Only oneB. Only twoC. All threeD. None Q1. (B) Explanation: Q2. Consider the following countries added under BRICS+ expansion: How many of the above are members of BRICS+?A. Only oneB. Only twoC. Only threeD. All […]
Current Affairs 18 March 2026
Content Poisoned promise: India among four major contributors to global pesticide toxicity Why in News ? Relevance Practice Question Q. Rising pesticide toxicity in India reflects deeper structural issues in agricultural practices and governance. Examine the causes and suggest sustainable solutions. (15 Marks) Nature of the Problem Environmental / Biodiversity Dimension Agricultural Practices Dimension Human […]