Critically examine the rationale behind the recent order from the Punjab government to ban songs that glorify weapons and violence.

To address the issue of gun culture in the state, the Punjabi government recently approved an order banning the public exhibition of guns, including on social media, as well as songs that celebrate violence and weaponry. Gun culture in Punjab: ..

Topics: GS-I: Important Social Institutions Issues • GS-II: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in Various Sectors

Discuss the issue of technology-facilitated abuse. How can India ensure a safe digital space for its women?

  Online communication increases information production and dissemination, allowing people to establish more worthwhile connections. But these connections might potentially put them in danger, especially in the case of women. Technology-facilitated abuse: Online leaks of young women’s private images are ..

Topics: GS-I: Role of Women and Women's Organization

In view of the recent invasion of Ukraine, how has Russia’s position in Asia changed? How are its actions altering Asian geopolitics?

  The “season of summits” in Asia is being skipped by the Russian President. The fallout from his aggressiveness toward Ukraine will undoubtedly alter Asian geopolitics. Consequences for Asia: The relationship between Russia, China, and the US will be significantly ..

Topics: GS-II: India's Foreign Policy Neighbourhood International Relations

In light of the upcoming Global Mining Summit in Kolkata, comment on the state of mining sector regulation in India. Is deregulation the way ahead?

The Global Mining Summit, which is India’s premier gathering for the mining sector, was held in Kolkata in November 2022. For the first occasion since 2018, delegates from India and the rest of the globe physically assembled to debate ambitious ..

Topics: GS-III: Economic Growth Development • GS-III: Mobilization of Resources

What are the pros and cons of launching polymer banknotes? Which countries are issuing such currencies?

  Various forms of currency have been tried out throughout the globe. One such initiative has focused on polymer banknotes produced from biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) sheets, which enable the insertion of significantly more secure features such as metameric ink. ..

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

Comment on the recent criticism of the Enforcement Directorate in India. What can be done to remove its shortcomings?

  The Enforcement Directorate’s callous style of operating was criticized harshly by a Mumbai special court recently, which is the most recent instance of how the political class abuses investigative institutions. The most recent critique of the ED demonstrates how ..

Topics: GS-II: Constitutional Statutory Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies • GS-II: Important Aspects of Governance Transparency and Accountability Citizen Charters • GS-II: Major Issues Pertaining to Federal Structure