The U.S. trade deal & Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS)

1. “Strategic trade agreements are becoming key instruments of India’s economic diplomacy.” Discuss in the context of recent India-U.S. trade developments. Syllabus: General Studies – II : Bilateral Agreements involving…

16th Finance Commission & Menstrual poverty

1. Discuss the major changes introduced by the 16th Finance Commission in India’s fiscal transfer mechanism. Analyse their implications for fiscal federalism and regional equity. Syllabus: General Studies – II:…

The Great Nicobar project &AI-powered toys in child development

1. The Holistic Development of Great Nicobar Island involves large-scale infrastructure development in ecologically sensitive areas and the lands of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). Reports suggest procedural lapses, lack…

Air pollution control in India with its neighbours & Legally binding equity and anti-discrimination regulations in higher education institutions

1. Air pollution in India, particularly in the Indo-Gangetic Plains, is increasingly influenced by transboundary sources. Explain why India must cooperate with its neighbouring countries to improve air quality. Examine…