Himachal Pradesh Declared a Disaster-Hit State: What It Means and Why It Matters
Introduction Himachal Pradesh, a Himalayan state highly vulnerable to climate-induced disasters, has been devastated by torrential rains, landslides, cloudbursts, and flashfloods in the 2025 monsoon season. In response to unprecedented destruction—over 320 lives lost and damages worth Rs 3,000 crore since
Rural Tourism in India: How NotOnMap Empowers Villages and Preserves Heritage
Chamba, Himachal Pradesh – NotOnMap, a unique initiative rooted in the hills of Himachal Pradesh, has recently brought pride to India by receiving international recognition at the Harvard-University of Tokyo Asia Conference (ACONF) 2025, held from 20–24 August 2025 in
SabhaSaar: AI Tool to Strengthen Gram Sabhas in India
On Independence Day 2024, the Government of India introduced ‘SabhaSaar’, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered tool designed to bring uniformity, efficiency, and transparency to Gram Sabha proceedings. The tool was first rolled out in Tripura and later extended to other states.
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Mains Questions GS-3 (UNIT-I)
Q.1 Examine the various methodologies utilized for calculating Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in India and discuss the associated challenges inherent in these approaches. Ans.The total final value of goods and services produced within the domestic territory of a country in a
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Mains Questions GS-2 (UNIT-III)
Q.1 Provide a comprehensive definition of cybercrime. Identify and describe the distinct categories of cybercrime that compromise the security of individuals within the state. Ans: Cybercrime refers to criminal activities that involve the use of computer networks, digital devices, and the
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Mains Questions GS-1 (UNIT-II)
Q. Explain the stages of disaster management. How do they contribute to effective disaster response? Ans. Disaster management involves a systematic process that includes several key stages aimed at reducing the impact of disasters, improving response, and ensuring a swift recovery. The
Vice-President Election 2025: Vacancy, Constitutional Role, Process of Election and Historical Notes
The office of the Vice-President of India, the country’s second-highest constitutional authority, has again become the focus of national attention. On 1 August 2025, the Election Commission of India announced that the Vice-Presidential election will be held on 9 September
National Cooperative Policy 2025: Reimagining India’s Cooperative Movement for a Viksit Bharat
Why in News? The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, recently unveiled the National Cooperative Policy 2025, replacing the two-decade-old policy adopted in 2002 during A.B. Vajpayee’s tenure. This move reflects the Modi government’s commitment to revitalizing and
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Mains Questions GS-1 (UNIT-II)
Q. Evaluate the effectiveness of community-based approaches in disaster risk reduction. Ans.Community-based approaches to disaster risk reduction (DRR) are strategies that involve local communities in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of initiatives aimed at reducing the impact of disasters. These approaches have
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Mains Questions GS-1 (UNIT-I)
Q1. Assess the role of Gandhara and Mathura schools in developing Buddhist sculpture in India. Ans. During the Kushana reign, the Gandhara and Mathura Schools of Sculpture flourished. Emperor Kanishka, who promoted Mahayana Buddhism, played a key role in introducing the Buddha’s