09Jan 2023

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Do you think India will meet 50 per cent of its energy needs from renewable energy by 2030? Justify your answer. How will the shift of subsidies from fossil fuels to renewables help achieve the above objective? Explain.

Introduction Generally speaking, Somalia-based piracy worries the international community. Contrary to popular belief, the Indian Ocean region is home to some of the world’s most notorious drug production facilities. Golden Triangle and Golden Crescent are a couple such examples. Other unsettling actions committed in the IOR, such as the trafficking of people and guns, are …

09Jan 2023

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“Economic growth in the recent past has been led by an increase in labour productivity.” Explain this statement. Suggest the growth pattern that will lead to the creation of more jobs without compromising labour productivity.

Introduction The four key elements for producing goods and services in an economy are labour, capital, natural resources, and entrepreneurship. Labor serves as a proxy for the human element in the creation of products and services in an economy. The level of production and growth rate of the economy are significantly influenced by the quantity …

09Jan 2023

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Small Saving Scheme

Context: The Finance Ministry in the previous week hiked the interest rates for some small savings schemes by 20-110 basis points for the January-March quarter. What are small Saving Schemes? Small Savings Schemes are a set of savings instruments managed by the Union government with an aim to encourage citizens to …

09Jan 2023

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Israel- Palestine Conflict and UNGA Resolution

Context: Recently a resolution was passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) that asked the International Court of Justice (ICJ), to render its opinion on the legal consequences of Israel’s prolonged occupation of Palestinian land. What is the conflict? The roots of the conflict lie in the late 19th century when Jews …

07Jan 2023

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Same-Sex Marriage

Context: The Supreme Court transferred all the petitions pending in various High Courts seeking legal recognition of same-sex marriage to itself. More on the news A three-judge Bench led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud said there was a broad consensus built among the petitioners to shift the cases to the Supreme Court for …

07Jan 2023

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Collegium System and Appointment of Judges

Context: The Attorney-General recently informed the Supreme Court that the central government will adhere to the timelines fixed by the court to process recommendations for judicial appointments. How Judges are appointed? Article 124 says that every Judge of the Supreme Court shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal after …

07Jan 2023

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Onattukara sesame

Context: Onattukara sesame has received a geographical indication (GI) tag More on the news Onattukara sesame is famous for its medicinal value and quality. Traditional ayurvedic doctors from the erstwhile Travancore kingdom utilised Onattukara sesame oil for the treatment of diseases related to rheumatism and to protect the skin since the 18th century The research …

06Jan 2023

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What are the maritime security challenges in India? Discuss the organizational, technical and procedural initiatives taken to improve maritime security.

India has always felt confined by its neighbours, whether they are involved in maritime or territorial disputes. In the post-Cold War era, neither India nor China, another key hegemon in the Indian Ocean region, have been able to realign or align their orientations with the United States. In the IOR, India is dealing with a …

06Jan 2023

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Discuss the types of organized crimes. Describe the linkages between terrorists and organised crime that exist at the national and transnational levels.

Introduction The term “organised crime” refers to criminal activity carried out repeatedly for financial gain. Examples could include smuggling, money laundering, human trafficking, etc. Gang criminality, racketeering, and syndicated crime are the three main subtypes of organised crime. The large-scale forms of gang crime include kidnapping, extortion, robbery, and vehicle theft. Racketeering is the practise …

06Jan 2023

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Explain the mechanism and occurrence of cloudburst in the context of the Indian subcontinent. Discuss two recent examples.

Introduction A cloudburst is defined as an intense downpour that lasts only a brief time and is occasionally accompanied by hail and thunder. It is defined by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) as unexpected precipitation that exceeds 100mm (or 10 cm) per hour across a region of land that is between 20 and 30 square …

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