Category: education
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China’s NR Plan at Scarborough Shoal: Significance, Dispute & Geopolitical Impact
Learn about China’s new nature reserve plan at Scarborough Shoal, why the Philippines is opposing it, and how the South China Sea dispute impacts geopolitics, trade, resources, and regional security. China’s Nature Reserve Announcement at Scarborough Shoal China’s announcement of establishing a national nature reserve at Scarborough Shoal (Huangyan Island) has reignited geopolitical tensions in…
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Fear of Finding Out (FOFo): Meaning, Causes & How to Overcome It
Explore the concept of FOFo (Fear of Finding Out), a growing psychological phenomenon rooted in avoidance and anxiety. Understand how it differs from FOMO, key factors that trigger it, and evidence-based strategies to overcome this behaviour for better mental well-being. Fear of Finding Out (FOFo): Definition, Difference from FOMO, Causes & Solutions In an era…
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28 Peace Point Plan – Russian Acceptance or Conceding to Russia
Understand the 28-Point Peace Plan drafted by the US and Russia to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Learn about the roots of the conflict, global geopolitical shifts, India’s strategic stance, key provisions of the plan, and its prospects for a ceasefire. 28 Point Peace Plan The US President has recently unveiled the 28-Point Peace Plan to…
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हीट पावर ट्रैप: भारत में गर्मी और ऊर्जा संकट
भारत 2024 के रिकॉर्ड तापमान और बढ़ती बिजली मांग के कारण एक खतरनाक हीट-पावर ट्रैप में फंस रहा है। जानें—हीटवेव की परिभाषा, इसके वैज्ञानिक कारण, कृषि-ऊर्जा-स्वास्थ्य पर प्रभाव, और भारत कैसे नीतिगत, शहरी, कृषि व ऊर्जा समाधान अपनाकर इस संकट से बाहर निकल सकता है। भारत में हीट पावर ट्रैप भारत ने 2024 में चरम…
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Heatwaves in India 2025: Causes, Impacts and Strategies to Break the Heat–Power Trap
Learn how India’s rising heatwaves are intensifying the dangerous heat–power trap. Explore causes, sectoral impacts, electricity demand trends, health risks, and the urgent policy, energy, agricultural, and urban interventions needed to strengthen India’s heat resilience. Heatwaves and India’s Heat–Power Trap: Causes, Impacts, Risks and Mitigation Measures India experienced unprecedented heat extremes in 2024, driving a…
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भारत में प्राकृतिक कृषि: महत्व, चुनौतियाँ, सरकारी पहल और सर्वोत्तम प्रथाएँ (2025)
भारत में प्राकृतिक कृषि क्या है? इसके सिद्धांत, महत्व, मृदा स्वास्थ्य सुधार, जलवायु अनुकूलता, कम लागत वाली खेती, और खाद्य सुरक्षा पर इसके लाभ जानें। NMNF, PM-KISAN, जैव-इनपुट केंद्र, और वैश्विक-भारतीय सर्वोत्तम प्रथाओं सहित सरकार द्वारा उठाए गए कदमों और चुनौतियों का विस्तृत विश्लेषण पढ़ें। भारत में प्राकृतिक कृषि: दक्षिण भारत नेचुरल फार्मिंग समिट 2025…
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Natural Farming in India: Meaning, Importance, Challenges, Government Efforts & Best Practices (2025)
Explore Natural Farming in India—its definition, principles, benefits for soil health, climate resilience, and farmer income. Understand key challenges, government initiatives like the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF), PM-KISAN support, and global plus Indian best practices to scale sustainable agriculture in 2025. Natural Farming in India: At the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025…
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भारतीय कृषि का विडंबनापूर्ण संकट: बढ़ता आयात, घटता अधिशेष और प्रमुख चुनौतियाँ
भारत में रिकॉर्ड कृषि उत्पादन के बावजूद आयात क्यों बढ़ रहा है? जानिए भारतीय कृषि का विडंबनात्मक मेल, कृषि व्यापार अधिशेष में गिरावट, भूमि जोत विखंडन, ऋणग्रस्तता, निम्न उत्पादकता, जल तनाव, और नीतिगत कारणों से पैदा हुई चुनौतियाँ। साथ ही, समझें सरकार द्वारा उठाए गए कदम और आगे की राह। भारतीय कृषि में समृद्धि और…
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India’s Agrarian Paradox – Causes, Challenges & Policy Solutions
Explore India’s agrarian paradox—how record agricultural production coexists with rising imports and a shrinking trade surplus. Understand key challenges such as fragmented landholdings, low productivity, water stress, climate impacts, policy distortions, and the way forward for a competitive, resilient farm economy. India’s Agrarian Paradox Recent data from the Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics…
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Global Methane Status Report 2025: Key Findings, Emission Trends & Mitigation Strategies
Explore the Global Methane Status Report 2025 released at COP30. Learn about methane emission trends, the Global Methane Pledge, sector-wise challenges, and cost-effective strategies to reduce global warming. Global Methane Status Report 2025 The Global Methane Status Report 2025, released by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) at…
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Threema and the Red Fort Blast: Encrypted Apps and India’s Evolving Security Challenges
Learn how Threema, a banned encrypted messaging app, was used in the Red Fort blast case, why such apps challenge India’s security architecture, and what reforms are needed for effective counter-terror intelligence. Threema, Encrypted Messaging Apps, and India’s Security Risks Post–Red Fort Blast The discovery that suspects involved in the Red Fort blast were using…
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India and WTO Reforms: Challenges, Leadership Role & the Future of Global Trade
Explore India’s leadership in WTO reforms, major challenges facing the global trade body, and the key reforms needed to restore a rules-based, inclusive, and effective multilateral trading system. India’s Role in WTO Reforms and the Future of Multilateral Trade The call for reforming the World Trade Organisation (WTO) has gained renewed momentum, especially after Director-General…
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Sentinel-6B Earth Observation Mission: Sea-Level Monitoring & Climate Data
Learn about the 2025 launch of Sentinel-6B, the NASA–ESA ocean altimetry mission enhancing sea-level monitoring, climate forecasting, and maritime safety. Understand its instruments, objectives, and global significance. Sentinel-6B Launch 2025: Advancing Global Sea-Level Monitoring & Climate Science The planned launch of Sentinel-6B, the second satellite in the Copernicus Sentinel-6/Jason-CS mission, marks a major advancement in…
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India–Venezuela Relations 2025: Strategic Partnership, Energy Security & Critical Minerals
Explore how India–Venezuela relations are strengthening through cooperation in energy, critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, and trade. Learn why the renewed partnership is vital for India’s resource security and Venezuela’s economic diversification. India–Venezuela Strategic Partnership: Energy, Minerals & Economic Cooperation India–Venezuela relations are undergoing a renewed and promising transformation, marked most recently by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s…
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Birsa Munda: Life, Legacy, Tribal Uprising & 150th Birth Anniversary 2025
Learn about Birsa Munda—freedom fighter, social reformer, and leader of the Ulugulan revolt. Explore his life, teachings, role in tribal uprisings, and the significance of Tribal Pride Day and Tribal Pride Year 2025. Birsa Munda Biography: Early Life, Tribal Uprising, Legacy & 2025 Celebrations The year 2025 marks the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda,…
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Pollution Tax in India: Meaning, Importance, Global Models & Why India Needs It
Learn what a pollution tax is, why India urgently needs it, and how over 70 countries use carbon taxes and ETS systems. Explore benefits for revenue, environment, and climate commitments in this detailed analysis. Pollution Tax in India: Definition, Need, Benefits & Global Practices As India navigates a phase of declining nominal GDP growth, rising…
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Global Carbon Budget 2025: A Reality Check for the Paris Climate Goals
The Global Carbon Budget 2025 warns that global CO₂ emissions are at record highs, putting the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C target at risk. Learn about emissions trends, India’s role, climate risks, and the urgent mitigation measures needed worldwide. Global Carbon Budget 2025 The Global Carbon Budget 2025, released in November 2025 at COP30 in Belém, Brazil,…
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Free Speech in India Under Threat: Judiciary, Article 19, and Misuse of Restrictions | The Study IAS
Explore how free speech in India is facing new challenges after the Supreme Court’s decision in the Neha Rathore case. Understand Article 19(1)(a), reasonable restrictions, judicial role, misuse of vague laws, and why protecting dissent is vital for democracy. Free Speech in India Faces Serious Judicial and Legal Threats Free speech in India has once…
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Draft Seeds Bill 2025: Key Reforms, Need, and Impact on Indian Agriculture | The Study IAS
The Draft Seeds Bill, 2025 aims to replace the outdated Seeds Act 1966 and Seeds (Control) Order 1983, modernising India’s seed regulatory framework. Learn why new reforms are needed, current regulations, challenges, and how the Bill strengthens farmer rights, biotechnology governance, and climate-resilient seed development. Draft Seeds Bill 2025 The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers…
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Government Capex Plan 2026–27: Impact, Challenges & Growth Outlook | The Study IAS
India’s Union Budget 2026–27 is expected to maintain capital expenditure at 3.1% of GDP, signalling stable infrastructure-led growth. Learn what Capex is, why it matters, major challenges, PPP models, key sectors, and the role of private investment. Ideal for UPSC preparation. Government Capital Expenditure Plan 2026–27: Key Insights for Growth and Infrastructure Development As India…
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Global Cooling and Climate Change Explained: Rising Demand, Risks & Solutions | The Study IAS
UNEP’s Global Cooling Watch 2025 warns cooling demand may triple by 2050. Learn why cooling needs are rising, their environmental impact, and sustainable solutions. Essential notes for UPSC preparation. Global Cooling Demand and Climate Change: Causes, Impacts & Solutions At the COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) released the Global Cooling…