Category: Mains C A

2025 United Nations World Water Development Report published by UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in the theme ‘Mountain and Glaciers – Water Tower’

The article “The dangerous illusion cast by development rankings” highlights the disconnect between development indices like HDI and environmental sustainability, urging a shift toward evaluating growth within the planet’s ecological boundaries.

The article “Necessity of Mainstreaming Wetland Conservation” highlights the critical role of wetlands in maintaining ecological balance and the urgent need for their conservation due to threats from urbanization, pollution, and climate change.

The article discusses how India can leverage the AI Action Summit to advance key priorities for the Global South, positioning itself as a leader in AI policy and governance.

The WEF article highlights how India’s digital healthcare initiatives, such as the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), position the country as a leader in health technology, emphasizing affordability, accessibility, and global influence.

The article discusses Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States and its implications for global politics and India, highlighting changes in US policies and their potential impact on international relations.

The article on the Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Agreement details the recent truce deal brokered by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, which includes the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners.

The article focuses on India’s evolving e-commerce landscape, highlighting how quick commerce ventures like Zepto and Blinkit are transforming retail through instant delivery. It also discusses government scrutiny prompted by concerns from the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT). Understanding the impact of quick commerce on retail, economy, and regulatory practices in India.

The article discusses the need to revisit the Minimum Support Price (MSP) framework, highlighting the issues of competitive populism in providing free food, power, and highly subsidized fertilizers. It suggests that such measures are unsustainable and lead to a “race to the bottom.” The article emphasizes the importance of reforming the MSP framework to ensure long-term sustainability and avoid populist measures that can harm the economy.

The article discusses the ILO report on international migrants, highlighting the higher proportion of male migrants in the global labour force due to traditional gender roles and societal norms. It also mentions that high-income countries like the United States, Germany, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia have absorbed the most international migrant workers.

This article discusses the recent sharp devaluation of the Indian rupee against the dollar, analyzing the reasons behind it and its implications. For UPSC CSE mains, students should focus on understanding India’s exchange rate policy and the structural constraints in the Indian economy.

This article highlights the significant improvement in basic infrastructure facilities in government schools over the past decade, bringing them nearly on par with private schools. UPSC CSE aspirants should note the data trends and the associated government initiatives for improving education infrastructure.