GS 2 Causing floods is a terrorist offence in law proposed to replace the Indian Penal Code Source: https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/2023-08-23/th_chennai/articleGKOBLDN0N-3996897.ece Context: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill (BNS) aims to replace the…
Question: Discuss the causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies associated with cloudbursts, considering both the scientific understanding and the socio-economic aspects. (250 words) Answer: Cloudbursts, brief and intense periods of heavy…
GS 2 The BRICS test for India’s multipolarity rhetoric Source: https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/2023-08-22/th_delhi/articleG7LBL9BGE-3991838.ece Context: The upcoming BRICS summit in South Africa, scheduled from August 22 to August 24, is poised to test…
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Question: Analyze the Katchatheevu controversy and its implications on India-Sri Lanka relations. Answer: GS 2|| International relations Katchatheevu is a small uninhabited island in Palk Strait, that connects the Bay…
GS 1 Why Shimla is crumbling Source: https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/2023-08-21/th_delhi/articleGLBBL4UHR-3981160.ece Context: Heavy rainfall causes havoc in Himachal Pradesh, particularly Shimla. Relevance: GS 1 Geographical phenomenon Climate Change Impact on the Region IPCC…
Question: How has MGNREGA impacted rural livelihoods and the overall rural economy? Also, analyze the key measures taken to address the implementation challenges and suggest ways to further enhance the…
GS 2 Gaps in Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Act Source: https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/2023-08-18/th_delhi/articleGTNBKP1P2-3952998.ece Context: The Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Act, 1969 is set to be amended through the Registration…
Question: Discuss the relationship between haphazard development and the increased impact of weather events. Answer: Haphazard development refers to the unplanned, unregulated, and often chaotic growth of urban and rural…
GS 1 Addressing housing shortage in urban areas requires urgent, concerted efforts Source: https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/2023-08-17/th_delhi/articleGQNBKKBNC-3942128.ece Context: The announcement of a new scheme by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to assist urban poor…