Filter Year 2024 All April(17) March(26) February(25) January(8) Close Daily Mains Question “Increasing trend of Westernization under the guise of modernization is undermining the core of Indian culture and traditions.” In this light, distinguish between modernization and Westernization, and explain why prioritizing modernization over Westernization is vital for India’s developmental journey. March 21, 2024 Why? Union Minister Nitin Gadkari at the 17th Ram Nath Goenka Awards ceremony emphasized the need for modernization with… Read More Considering the rapid expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal, assess the implications for India’s national security. In this context, discuss how MIRV capabilities enhance India’s nuclear deterrence. March 20, 2024 Why: The Agni-5 ballistic missile test dubbed the “Divyastra”, was conducted by the Defence Research and Development… Read More Considering the rapid expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal, assess the implications for India’s national security. In this context, discuss how MIRV capabilities enhance India’s nuclear deterrence. March 20, 2024 Why: The Agni-5 ballistic missile test dubbed the “Divyastra”, was conducted by the Defence Research and Development… Read More Assess the potential impact of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) on the diversification of India’s trade portfolio and its implications for long-term economic development. March 19, 2024 Why? The India-EFTA TEPA marks a strategic shift in India’s FTAs towards deeper economic ties with key European na… Read More The principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities are central to international climate agreements. Analyze how the current global approach to combating climate change conforms to or diverges from these principles. March 18, 2024 Why? A recent study on future emission scenarios of IPCC found that disparities in income, energy use, and emissions bet… Read More The European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act of 2024 establishes a precedent for global AI regulation. Discuss how the AI Act addresses contemporary concerns surrounding AI. March 16, 2024 Why? The European Parliament has enacted the first comprehensive regulatory regime for artificial intelligence by introd… Read More What are the key recommendations of the High-level Committee on simultaneous elections. Critically evaluate the feasibility of transitioning to simultaneous elections in India. March 15, 2024 Why? The high-level committee on simultaneous elections headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind has submitted its rep… Read More The All India Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) plays a pivotal role in shaping and refining economic policies in India. Discuss. March 14, 2024 Why? The release of the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES), 2022-23, will have implications for poverty est… Read More Analyze the contribution of caste-based reservations to the attainment of substantive equality. Critically examine whether the introduction of sub-classifications within SC/ST groups further supports or undermines this constitutional objective. March 13, 2024 Why? The Supreme Court’s upcoming judgment in State of Punjab vs Davinder Singh, on whether states can sub-classif… Read More Examine the role of the Election Commission of India as an independent body in the context of ensuring free and fair elections. Identify challenges to its independence and analyze the implications of recent legislative changes. March 12, 2024 Why? With the recent resignation of Arun Goel as the Election Commissioner, the ECI has become a one-member body. In thi… Read More In light of Bengaluru’s acute water scarcity, examine the key factors contributing to the urban water crisis and suggest actionable measures to ensure water security in urban settings. March 11, 2024 Why? In recent times, the water crisis in India has become very critical, affecting millions of people across India. App… Read More Discuss the potential of the IndiaAI Mission in fostering an ecosystem that promotes ” Making AI in India and Making AI Work for India”. March 9, 2024 Why? In furtherance to the vision of Making AI in India and Making AI Work for India, the Cabinet chaired by the Prime M… Read More 1234567