In light of the recent debate on Hindi vs English, examine the status of vernacular in India. What are some benefits of using vernacular in education?

Linguistic diversity of India poses two different challenges. One being the imposition of Hindi as the primary language across the country. This has met with resistance across different states. And second being the status of vernacular languages. Vernacular language is ..

Topics: GS-I : Salient Features of Indian Society, Diversity of India

Examine the case for the regulatory innovation in India’s efforts towards green transition.

Climate change is inarguably one of the greatest challenges faced by the world today. India has committed to become net zero by 2070, It will require a rapid transformation towards a green economy and sustainability. India’s efforts towards green transition: ..

Topics: GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector • GS-III: Conservation Environmental Pollution Degradation

Does the Indian fiscal situation call for the establishment of a fiscal council? Evaluate its utility in addressing the freebies issue.

A fiscal council is an independent fiscal institution with a mandate to promote stable and sustainable public finances. The Institution assists in calibrating sustainable fiscal policy by making an objective and scientific analysis. The freebies debate has highlighted the need ..

Topics: GS-III: Indian Economy Issues Relating to Planning

While global trade is estimated to decline. India is keeping its export numbers afloat by increasing trade with the global South. In this context, examine the rising importance of the global south in geopolitics and India’s response to it.

The global trend is going through a tough time with growth volumes dropping to 1% in 2023 according to WTO. However, India is diversifying its exports and increasing trade ties with the global South. Global South: The term global south ..

Topics: GS-II: India's Foreign Policy Neighbourhood International Relations • GS-II: Developed Versus Developing Countries Indias Interests

Discuss the pros and cons of the free-UPI MODEL.

Recently, the government and the payment industry stakeholders have been locking horns with one another regarding charging a minimum amount for digital payments mainly concerning with UPI payments. The banks, payment apps and payment infrastructure providers are strongly demanding to ..

Topics: GS-III: Indian Economy Issues Relating to Planning • GS-III: Economic Growth Development

In the light of the recent Supreme Court order against hate speech, discuss the challenges in fighting hate speech while preserving freedom of speech. What needs to be done?

The Supreme Court has directed the police and authorities to take suo moto action in case of hate speeches without waiting for a complaint to be filed. What constitutes hate speech: In India, there is no legal definition of hate ..

Topics: GS-I : Salient Features of Indian Society, Diversity of India • GS-I: Social Empowerment Communalism Regionalism Secularism