Tuberculosis & Gender Inequality in India
Context Relevance Practice Question Q. “Tuberculosis in India is not just a medical issue but a gendered social crisis.” Examine.(250 Words) Epidemiological & data insights Constitutional / legal dimension Governance / administrative dimension Social / ethical dimension Health / medical dimension Economic dimension Structural determinants (gendered vulnerabilities) Challenges / systemic gaps Way forward Prelims pointers
UN Child Mortality Report (UNIGME 2025)
Context Relevance Practice Question Q. “Despite significant decline, child mortality remains a challenge due to systemic inequalities.” Analyse with reference to India and global trends.(250 Words) Key data & global trends Causes of child mortality India’s performance Constitutional / governance dimension (India focus) Economic dimension Social / ethical dimension Health / environmental dimension Challenges / […]
What is new in transgender rights Bill?
Issue in brief Relevance Practice Question Q. “The Transgender Amendment Bill, 2026 raises concerns of constitutional morality and rights dilution.” Critically examine.(250 Words) Constitutional / legal dimension Key provisions of the Amendment Bill Government’s rationale Governance / administrative dimension Social / ethical dimension Economic dimension Health / human rights dimension Challenges / criticisms Way forward […]
Menstrual Leave in India
Issue in brief Relevance Practice Question Q. “Making menstrual leave a statutory right may advance dignity but risk labour market discrimination.” Discuss.(250 Words) Constitutional / legal dimension Governance / administrative dimension Economic dimension Social / ethical dimension Health / human development dimension Global comparative perspective Challenges / criticisms Way forward Prelims pointers
India’s Manuscript Mapping Drive
Context Relevance Practice Question Q.“Digitisation of manuscripts is essential for preserving India’s civilisational heritage while enabling knowledge democratisation.” Examine in the context of the Manuscript Mapping Survey. (250 words) Core Initiative & Features Objectives Technology Integration Policy & Governance Framework Data & Significance Multi-Dimensional Significance Cultural Governance Economic Social / Ethical Technology / Security Challenges […]
60th Jnanpith Award
Context Relevance Practice Question Q.“Literature reflects society while also shaping it.” Examine in the context of contemporary Indian literary recognition such as the Jnanpith Award. (250 words) About Jnanpith Award About Vairamuthu Significance of the Award Cultural Dimension Social Dimension Political / Governance Dimension Economic / Soft Power Dimension Data & Facts Challenges / Criticism […]
A separate classification for denotified tribes
A. Issue in Brief Relevance GS 1 (Society) GS 2 (Polity & Governance) B. Who are DNTs ? C. Enumeration History D. Current Policy Status E. Constitutional / Legal Dimension F. Social Justice Dimension G. Governance / Administrative Issues H. Key Debates I. Way Forward J. Exam Orientation Prelims Pointers Practice Question (15 Marks)
DAY-NRLM at Crossroads (2026–31 Cycle)
Current Context Relevance GS II — Social Justice GS III — Economy Background — DAY-NRLM What is DAY-NRLM? Institutional Architecture Scale & Achievements Mobilisation & Financial Inclusion Women’s Economic Gains Political & Social Empowerment Core Concerns Weakening Autonomy of CLFs Idle Funds & Accountability Credit Constraints Financial & Institutional Gaps Uniform Loan Products Limited […]
Living alone loneliness and social change in India
Why is it in news? Relevance Context: emergence of loneliness as a social issue Rise of people living alone Background: family-centric society under transition Traditional social security model Structural disruptions The “Are You Dead?” app: relevance and meaning What the app does ? Analytical significance India-specific dynamics Informal substitutes for technology Limits of informal systems […]
Republic Day 2026 & the Bactrian Camel
Why is it in News? Relevance GS Paper 1 (Indian Culture & History) GS Paper 1 (Geography – Physical & Human) India–Ladakh–Silk Road Connection Ladakh as a Civilisational Crossroads Evolution and Classification of Camels Camelid Evolution Domestication and Geographic Origins Distribution of Bactrian Camels Eurasian Spread ‘Ships of the Silk Road’ Adaptation to Extreme Environments […]