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
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
Operation Mahadev: A Precision Strike in the Dara-Harwan Region of Kashmir
In a high-stakes counter-terrorism mission, the Indian Army, in close coordination with the CRPF and Jammu & Kashmir Police, launched Operation Mahadev on July 27–28, 2025, targeting terrorist infiltration in the Lidwas area near Dara and Harwan, located on the
Daily Mains Answer Writing Practice – Polity Questions GS-2 (UNIT-1)
Q.1 “The Doctrine of Basic Structure is the prerequisite of democracy in India”. Comment. Ans.The “Doctrine of Basic Structure” is a fundamental concept in Indian constitutional law, established by the Supreme Court of India in the landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati
Digital India Turns 10: The India Energy Stack is the Next Big Leap
Why in the News? On July 1, 2025, the Government of India celebrated 10 years of the ‘Digital India’ initiative. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while marking this milestone, emphasized that Digital India has grown beyond being a mere governance programme to
Understanding Cloudbursts and Flash Floods in Himachal Pradesh: A Must-Know Topic for HAS Aspirants
Why in the News? On June 26, 2025, multiple districts in Himachal Pradesh were battered by cloudbursts, triggering devastating flash floods. As per official reports, three bodies were recovered in Kangra, taking the death toll to five. The Kullu district was
Global Liveability Index 2025 and Urbanisation: A Comprehensive Overview
Introduction As urbanisation accelerates across the globe, the quest for cities that offer better living conditions, opportunities, and infrastructure becomes ever more important. Urban migration is now a defining feature of socio-economic development, influencing policy priorities worldwide. Against this backdrop, the
Green India Mission: A Vital Step in India’s Fight Against Land Degradation
Why in the News? On June 17, coinciding with World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, the Union Government unveiled a revised roadmap for the National Mission for a Green India (GIM). This renewed strategy not only emphasizes expanding forest and
What is FASTag & How RFID, ANPR, and GNSS Are Revolutionizing Toll Collection
Introduction The Indian highway system has seen a technological leap in recent years with the nationwide implementation of FASTag, an electronic toll collection system aimed at reducing traffic congestion and ensuring seamless travel. At the heart of this system lies Radio
Shongtong-Karcham Hydroelectric Project to Be Completed by November 2026
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu recently visited the Shongtong-Karcham Hydroelectric Project site in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, to assess the pace of ongoing developmental activities. In a decisive move, the Chief Minister directed that all construction and commissioning works