Daily Mains Question

Why? A recent study on future emission scenarios of IPCC found that disparities in income, energy use, and emissions between developed and developing nations are projected to continue up to 2050, highlighting the challenges in achieving global equity in climate action. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining the principles of equity and CBDR and highlight […]

Why? The European Parliament has enacted the first comprehensive regulatory regime for artificial intelligence by introducing the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act, 2024). This pioneering law represents the inaugural set of comprehensive regulations designed to govern AI. Approach: Introduce your answer by highlighting the necessity of a regulatory framework for AI, leading to the EU’s

Why? The high-level committee on simultaneous elections headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind has submitted its report to the President Droupadi Murmu. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining simultaneous elections and mention the High-level Committee’s report. In the main body, discuss the key recommendations of the committee on unified electoral cycles, phased implementation, constitutional

Why? The release of the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES), 2022-23, will have implications for poverty estimates, inflation, and monetary policy decisions. Approach: Introduce your answer by briefly defining HCES and highlighting its importance in socio-economic analysis. In the main body, discuss the significance of HCES by outlining its impact on poverty assessment, inflation targeting,

Why? The Supreme Court’s upcoming judgment in State of Punjab vs Davinder Singh, on whether states can sub-classify SCs and STs in public job quotas will significantly impact affirmative action and reservation policies. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining substantive equality and its constitutional basis – Articles 14 to 16. In the main body, discuss

Why? With the recent resignation of Arun Goel as the Election Commissioner, the ECI has become a one-member body. In this context, the changes introduced by the new law regarding the appointment of the CEC and ECs raise concerns regarding the independence of the ECI. Approach: Introduce by writing about ECI and its mandate with

Why? In recent times, the water crisis in India has become very critical, affecting millions of people across India. Approach: Introduce with the urban water crisis posing a significant threat to sustainable development in India, epitomized by Bengaluru’s acute water scarcity. In the main body, address key factors like rapid urbanization, groundwater overexploitation, pollution, inefficient

Why? In furtherance to the vision of Making AI in India and Making AI Work for India, the Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the comprehensive national-level IndiaAI mission with a budget outlay of Rs. 10,371.92 crore. Approach: Introduce with IndiaAI Mission’s objectives and financial commitment to fostering AI innovation.

Why? Brain circulation represents a paradigm shift from the traditional notion of brain drain, offering a more holistic view of global talent mobility. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining brain drain and brain circulation, emphasizing the shift from the former to the latter in India due to global mobility. In the main body, contrast Brain

Why? Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the government is prepared to extend Article 371-like protections, but will not include Ladakh in the Sixth Schedule. Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the government is prepared to extend Article 371-like protections, but will not include Ladakh in the Sixth Schedule. Approach: Introduce your answer