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Important topics and their relevance in UPSC CSE exam for February 25, 2022. If you missed the February 24, 2022 UPSC CSE exam key from the Indian Express, read it here

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Concerns over Budget math and growth as oil tops $100, markets crash

Syllabus:

Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance.

Mains Examination:

• General Studies I: Effects of globalization

• General Studies II: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora

• General Studies III: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment

Key Points to Ponder:

• Another classic example of effects of Globalisation- Russia-Ukraine conflict and its Impact

• Russia-Ukraine-Regional Conflict or Global Conflict?

• Know about India-Ukraine and India-Russia-Trade and Defence relations

• Economic geography of Russia and Ukraine-Countries dependent on them for Oil, Energy and food

• Ukraine Invasion-What’s at Stake for the Global Economy

• War and Impact on Indian Economy in the context of crude oil prices, inflation, Import and Exports, Current
account deficit, subsidies on LPG and Kerosene

• What exactly is crude oil?

• India’s stand and Position on the evolving crisis

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• How India can help US and Russia to maintain ‘Peace’ in this Conflict?

• What do you understand by Sanctions and embargoes?

• Economic sanctions on Russia-Impact

Other Important Articles Covering the same topic:

📍 Russia invades Ukraine, rumble shakes the world

📍 Modi tells Putin to end violence; Biden says US in talks with India

📍 ‘Regional conflict, not global… Delhi should continue normal ties

📍 DE-ESCALATE

📍 The casualty in Ukraine

THE IDEAS PAGE

Insufficiently green

Syllabus:

Preliminary Examination: General issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change

Mains Examination: General Studies III: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.

Key Points to Ponder:

• Union Budget 2022-2023 and Climate, Environment-Key Proposals

• National River Conservation Plan-Key Features

• Union Budget and Gati Shakti infrastructure masterplan

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• Union Budget and electric vehicle policy ‘Scheme for Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid and) Electric Vehicle in India

• Union Budget and Air pollution- this year budget’s biggest environmental shortfalls?

• India needs a strategic framework for green transition-reasons with some good examples

Other Important Articles Covering the same topic:

📍 How green is Union Budget 2022-23?

ECONOMY

When crude oil boils, everything heats up: What changes for users

Syllabus:

Preliminary Examination: Economic and Social Development

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Mains Examination: General Studies III: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.

Key Points to Ponder:

• Why has crude jumped?

• How will it impact the Indian economy?

• How do high oil prices impact consumers?

• What can be the impact on investor sentiment and markets?

Other Important Articles Covering the same topic:

📍 Ukraine crisis: 5 reasons for India’s position, and diplomatic dilemma

📍 Crude Threat

EXPLAINED

India’s tightrope walks between the West and Russia

Syllabus:

Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance.

Mains Examination: General Studies Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.

Key Points to Ponder:

• India’s statement at the UN Security Council

• Partners on both sides-India-Russia and India-Ukraine-bilateral relations

• Russia-China axis and its impact on India

• Indian students in Ukraine

Other Important Articles Covering the same topic:

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📍 Ukraine Ambassador to India: ‘Deeply dissatisfied with India stand, but Modiji makes me hopeful’

RUSSIA INVADES UKRAINE

Why Kharkiv is a major Russian target

Syllabus:

Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance.

Mains Examination: General Studies II: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.

Key Points to Ponder:

• Map Work-Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city

• Kharkiv’s historical importance especially for Russia

• Crimean Crisis and Kharkiv

Other Important Articles Covering the same topic:

📍 Putin ‘chose’ war: US, Europe move to slap new sanctions on Russia

📍 It’s a de-escalatory move, not aimed at occupation, says Russia envoy

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Priya Kumari Shukla

Priya Kumari Shukla is a Senior Copy Editor in the Indian Express (digital). She contributes to the UPSC Section of Indian Express (digital) and started niche initiatives such as UPSC Key, UPSC Ethics Simplified, and The 360° UPSC Debate. The UPSC Key aims to assist students and aspirants in their preparation for the Civil Services and other competitive examinations. It provides valuable guidance on effective strategies for reading and comprehending newspaper content. The 360° UPSC Debate tackles a topic from all perspectives after sorting through various publications. The chosen framework for the discussion is structured in a manner that encompasses both the arguments in favour and against the topic, ensuring comprehensive coverage of many perspectives. Prior to her involvement with the Indian Express, she had affiliations with a non-governmental organisation (NGO) as well as several coaching and edutech enterprises. In her prior professional experience, she was responsible for creating and refining material in various domains, including article composition and voiceover video production. She has written in-house books on many subjects, including modern India, ancient Indian history, internal security, international relations, and the Indian economy. She has more than eight years of expertise in the field of content writing. Priya holds a Master's degree in Electronic Science from the University of Pune as well as an Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management (EPPPM) from the esteemed Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, widely recognised as one of the most prestigious business schools in India. She is also an alumni of Jamia Milia Islamia University Residential Coaching Academy (RCA). Priya has made diligent efforts to engage in research endeavours, acquiring the necessary skills to effectively examine and synthesise facts and empirical evidence prior to presenting their perspective. Priya demonstrates a strong passion for reading, particularly in the genres of classical Hindi, English, Maithili, and Marathi novels and novellas. Additionally, she possessed the distinction of being a cricket player at the national level. Qualification, Degrees / other achievements: Master's degree in Electronic Science from University of Pune and Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management (EPPPM) from Indian Institute of Management Calcutta ... Read More