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India’s long history of resistance to economic domination Subscriber Only

October 8, 2025 12:38 IST

The economic consolidation achieved in the formative years of independence, followed by paradigm shifts in the economic policies, illustrates India’s enduring capacity to respond to challenges posed by external factors and its adaptability in adverse circumstances.

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Knowledge Nugget: Sabarimala returns to headline — here’s what you must know about the temple for UPSC examSubscriber Only

October 7, 2025 17:59 IST

Sabarimala Temple is back in the spotlight. Temples in the news often become relevant beyond religion, touching on historical, legal and other aspects — making them important for the UPSC exam. Even if not asked directly, such topics often connect the static and current affairs portions.

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 (Week 123)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on factors responsible for landslides and Small Modular Reactors (Week 123)Subscriber Only

October 14, 2025 09:03 IST

UPSC Mains GS 3: Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026? Sharpen your Mains answer-writing skills with GS-3 questions. Thought process and answer structure included. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

How e-governance reimagines relationship between state, technology, and citizensSubscriber Only

October 7, 2025 12:39 IST

The foundations of e-governance in India were laid long before the term came into common parlance in many other countries of the Global South. But how has it evolved from the use of technology as a back-end tool to becoming a deeply embedded digital ecosystem that creates entirely new possibilities for governance and citizen empowerment?

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Knowledge Nugget: ‘Mayabini’, Zubeen Garg and a UNESCO world heritage site — the connection you must know for UPSC examSubscriber Only

October 8, 2025 22:24 IST

Personalities in the news often connect to broader themes beyond mere facts, offering valuable insights for UPSC preparation.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise static quiz: Hind Swaraj, Ashtanga Hridaya, a 19th century Urdu verse, and more (Week 126)Subscriber Only

October 6, 2025 14:20 IST

Test your preparation for UPSC CSE Prelims with UPSC Essentials’ Week 126 daily quiz on History and Culture. This quiz features key questions on Gandhi’s Hind Swaraj, Ayurveda, artists in news and more, helping you revise crucial topics effectively. Check your answers and explanations to have an edge in upcoming exams.

UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | September 29 to October 5, 2025Subscriber Only

November 3, 2025 10:25 IST

Did you miss out on important current affairs tidbits from last week for your Prelims and Mains preparation? Here's a checklist of the must-know facts: learn about the Cyclone Shakhti, NCRB data, Dragonfly, World Para Athletics Championships 2025, and more. You can also test your knowledge by solving MCQs.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations (Week 130)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on drone wall, countries bordering Nigeria and more (Week 130)Subscriber Only

October 10, 2025 11:29 IST

UPSC Prelims Daily Subject MCQs: Test your knowledge with today’s UPSC Essentials quiz on International Relations — brush up for UPSC Prelims 2026.

UPSC aspirants preparing for Civil Services Essay Paper with study materials and notes.

UPSC Essays Simplified : 10 FAQs aspirants ask before starting their essay prep — AnsweredSubscriber Only

October 8, 2025 11:38 IST

Beginners' guide to UPSC Essay Paper: How do you prepare for the UPSC Essay paper, especially with abstract topics and no clear syllabus? In this article, we answer the top 10 FAQs every aspirant asks, covering strategy, structure, resources, and common mistakes to avoid.

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | September 28 to October 04, 2025Subscriber Only

October 10, 2025 12:48 IST

UPSC Prelims Weekly Current Affairs MCQs: Kickstart your UPSC Prelims prep early—begin with current affairs for a strong foundation. Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top 15 questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers along with explanations.

Trump's Gaza peace plan, Hamas's response, India

The world this week | Trump’s Gaza peace plan hangs in the balance; India recalibrates strategy amid tariff strainSubscriber Only

October 6, 2025 07:59 IST

From Hamas partially accepting Trump’s Gaza peace plan and Israel reiterating opposition to the Palestinian State, to Indian exporters seeking urgent relief measures and Russia stepping in to offset India’s ‘losses’ from US tariffs, a lot has happened in the world this week.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography (Week 130)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on Amazon rainforest, Sir Creek and more (Week 130)Subscriber Only

October 10, 2025 11:32 IST

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

How feminists have long viewed violence as means for oppression of womenSubscriber Only

October 4, 2025 09:12 IST

According to NCRB’s 2023 Crime in India report, crime against women increased by 0.7 per cent. But how does this uptick reaffirm the long-standing concerns raised by feminists about the systemic nature of violence against women?

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 (Week 122)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on role of Savitribai Phule in advancing women’s education and earthquakes (Week 122)Subscriber Only

October 10, 2025 11:30 IST

UPSC CSE Mains 2026: Are you preparing for Civil Services Exam? Here are questions from GS paper 1 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.

UNESCO biosphere reserves, upsc, environment, current affairs

Knowledge Nugget: UNESCO Biosphere Reserves — what’s the latest you need to know for UPSC examSubscriber Only

October 6, 2025 12:45 IST

With the inclusion of the Cold Desert of Himachal Pradesh in UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves, the total number of such reserves in India has reached 13. But what exactly are biosphere reserves? What are the biosphere reserves of India?

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy (Week 130)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on External Commercial Borrowings, Repo Rate and more (Week 130)Subscriber Only

October 8, 2025 08:59 IST

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

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Knowledge Nugget | Swachh Bharat Mission and its UPSC relevanceSubscriber Only

October 3, 2025 14:30 IST

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, let’s revisit one of India’s flagship initiatives — the Swachh Bharat Mission, launched to realise Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of a clean India.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology (Week 130)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on Uranium, Hydrogen as fuel and more (Week 130)Subscriber Only

October 8, 2025 09:01 IST

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

Hind Swaraj, Mahatma Gandhi, Gandhi Jayanti

Why does Gandhi emphasise originality in swaraj?Subscriber Only

October 3, 2025 12:50 IST

This Gandhi Jayanti (October 2), let’s revisit the core ideas in his seminal work, Hind Swaraj - from his bleak view of professions like law and medicine, to his critique of modern civilisation’s excessive reliance on machinery, and his distinction between ‘soul force’ and ‘body force’.

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2 (Week 122)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2: Questions on India-EU relations and Sixth Schedule (Week 122)Subscriber Only

October 8, 2025 09:00 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026? Here are questions from GS paper 2 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: Stampedes and NDMA Guidelines — What you must know for the UPSC examSubscriber Only

October 1, 2025 13:33 IST

Karur rally stampede claimed 41 lives. This wasn’t the first time a stampede claimed lives—similar incidents have happened earlier as well. But what exactly is a stampede? What led to it, and what are the NDMA guidelines for crowd management? Here’s all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to understand why stampedes kill.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance (Week 130)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Autonomous District Councils, Rajya Sabha and more (Week 130)Subscriber Only

October 7, 2025 20:25 IST

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

How consumerism links ‘who we are’ to ‘what we have’Subscriber Only

October 1, 2025 12:51 IST

In its pursuit of promoting uniform and standardised consumption patterns across the world, globalisation paves the way for markets to turn citizens into consumers by linking consumption with identity, ownership, and happiness. But is globalisation just about consumerism?

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 (Week 122)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on urban noise pollution and significance of India’s deep-sea mineral exploration (Week 122)Subscriber Only

October 7, 2025 11:10 IST

Knowledge Nugget: Sahyog Portal — What you must know for UPSC exam

Knowledge Nugget: Sahyog Portal — What you must know for the UPSC examSubscriber Only

October 1, 2025 13:38 IST

Elon Musk-owned social media company X said that it was “deeply concerned” by Karnataka HC’s order favouring takedown portal Sahyog and that it would file an appeal against it. What is the portal all about? What are the key highlights of HC's order? Here's all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the important sections of the IT Act, 2000.

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