International Year of Millets- Pros, Cons, Biopiracy Threat & Measures
The world is set to observe 2023 as the ‘International Year of Millets’. India has hit the ground running, with regards to the IYM celebrations, h…
Economy
Equipping IAS Officers for Manufacturing Sector
India’s economic growth in the near future depends on the manufacturing sector taking off. This is especially vital as the pandemic has dealt an unp…
Agri-Commodities Futures Trading Ban- Purpose & Results
On December 20th, the SEBI announced a decision to extend the ban on derivatives trading of 7 agricultural commodities, in a bid to fight the rising p…
CCI-NAA Merger- Background and Challenges
The merger of the National Anti-Profiteering Authority with the Competition Commission of India, while helping cut down the number of regulatory bodie…
Rural Manufacturing- Trends, Reasons & Significance
The rural economy has always played a deciding role in supporting the overall demand and hence, the health of Indian economy. Over the year, India’s…
Tourist Police- an Answer to Crimes against Tourists
Crimes against tourists from abroad seem to be on the rise in India. In October, an Iraqi couple visiting India for medical treatment were accosted an…
Returnable Grant- Pros, Performance and Possible Application
In the aftermath of the pandemic lockdowns, India’s small businesses continue to suffer devastating consequences. Given the distrust among banks, th…
Regenerative Agriculture- Why is it Needed?
Regenerative agriculture is gaining attention in the sustainability discussions. For instance, the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) em…
BCIM Economic Corridor- Need for Revival
What is the project about? Express Learning Programme (ELP) Learn/Revise 10X Faster! GS Notes Optional Notes PYQs Study Hacks Prelims Sureshots (Repeated Topic Compilations) Current…
