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UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act rules, personality rights and more (Week 143)

December 30, 2025 8:02 pm

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Polity and Governance.

2026 Ethics Watch List: 5 issues from 2025 that can test you even in 2026

December 30, 2025 7:34 pm

UPSC Ethics: From debates that shook workplaces to dilemmas that tested values, 2025 was a year of ethical challenges. As we step into 2026, these issues continue to demand answers, offering crucial lessons for aspirants and professionals alike. Here’s our list — don’t forget to share yours.

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on India’s domestic aviation and regional connectivity (Week 135)

December 30, 2025 4:22 pm

UPSC Mains Answer Practice GS 3 : Are you preparing for Civil Services Exam 2026? Here are questions from GS paper 3 for this week with essential points as the fodder for your answers. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

Knowledge Nugget | Translocation of Cheetahs — What you must know for the UPSC Exam

December 30, 2025 6:04 pm

As Indian authorities are working to finalise permissions for the translocation of five African cheetahs from Botswana, here’s what every aspirant must know—from Botswana’s symbolic donation to the cheetah’s conservation status. Also, go ‘Beyond the Nugget’ to learn about Project Tiger.

UPSC Essentials | Daily Quiz : History and Culture on Cabinet Mission, Congress, Mughals, and more (Week 138)

December 29, 2025 7:25 pm

UPSC Prelims Daily Quiz: Test your UPSC preparation with today’s History and Culture quiz covering key topics such as the Cabinet Mission Plan, Congress leaders, Purna Swaraj, and Mughal-era cultural exchanges. Part of UPSC Essentials’ daily revision initiative.

How Arctic thaw aggravates climate concerns, ignites geopolitical competition

December 30, 2025 1:16 pm

Although the melting of the Arctic has accelerated climatic concerns globally, it is also seen as creating economic prospects, including new maritime trade routes and access to the region’s incredible natural resources. But does India’s Arctic policy help advance its interests in the region? See infographics for quick key insights.

Knowledge Nugget: How is the Climate Change Performance Index 2026 relevant for the UPSC exam

December 30, 2025 11:10 am

Published at the UN COP30 Climate Summit, the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2026 offers key insights into global climate performance. From countries leading and lagging in climate action to India’s rank, here’s all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to learn about the Climate Risk Index 2026 and its key highlights.

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UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | December 22 to December 28, 2025

December 30, 2025 5:29 pm

Don't miss out on important current affairs tidbits for your Prelims and Mains preparation. Learn about: Personality rights, Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP), INS Vaghsheer, Tsunami-ready village, World Rapid Championship 2025, and more. Don’t forget to attempt the MCQ at the end!

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on United Nations Assistance Mission, Somaliland and more (Week 142)

December 28, 2025 8:38 pm

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on International Relations.

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | December 21 to December 27, 2025

December 28, 2025 10:28 am

UPSC Prelims Weekly Current Affairs MCQs: Kickstart your UPSC Prelims prep early—begin with current affairs for a strong foundation. Do you know about Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council? Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers along with explanations.