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UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2: Questions on Free Movement Regime and H-1B visas (Week 121)Subscriber Only

September 30, 2025 15:15 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: Poona Pact — What all you need to know for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only

September 25, 2025 15:09 IST

On 24th September 1932 the Poona Pact was signed. Why did Gandhi oppose caste-based separate electorates, and what were Ambedkar’s views? Here's all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the Mahad Satyagraha and Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance (Week 129)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Article 21A, Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs and more (Week 129)Subscriber Only

September 27, 2025 15:50 IST

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

GST 2.0 and the evolving dynamics of fiscal federalismSubscriber Only

September 24, 2025 09:52 IST

The nature of centre-state financial relations has undergone significant transformations with institutional and systemic reforms. But why have concerns over revenue sharing or borrowing restrictions often resulted in debates on fiscal federalism and autonomy?

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 (Week 121)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on domestic agricultural protection and financial inclusion (Week 121)Subscriber Only

September 28, 2025 19:29 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.

Knowledge Nugget: National Ayurveda Day — Why the universal calendar identity of Ayurveda matters for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only

September 25, 2025 15:09 IST

23rd September marks the 10th National Ayurveda Day. How does the fixed date for the day mark a historic shift? What are the ancient texts related to Ayurveda and government initiatives to promote it? Here's all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the recently revived rare and significant Ayurvedic manuscripts.

Could focus on Russia derail progress on EU’s new India strategy?Subscriber Only

September 23, 2025 16:03 IST

At its core, the EU’s new India strategy is based on five pillars, including trade, the green transition, and connectivity. But could linking it to issues like India’s oil purchases from Russia risk jeopardising not just the potential trade agreement but also many promising initiatives outlined in the otherwise well-thought-out strategy?

Knowledge Nugget: National Makhana board — A must-know for UPSC examSubscriber Only

September 23, 2025 13:33 IST

Recently Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Makhana Board in Bihar. Often called the ‘Black Diamond’, what makes Makhana so special? What is the significance of the Makhana Board? Here's what you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the National Turmeric Board.

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UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | September 15 to September 21, 2025Subscriber Only

October 6, 2025 12:05 IST

Did you miss out on important current affairs tidbits from last week? Here's a checklist of the must-know facts: learn about the H-1B visas, Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023, Global Innovation Index 2025, Chabahar port, Sarnath, and more. You can also test your knowledge by solving MCQs.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations (Week 128)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on NATO Air Policing, Bagram Air Base and more (Week 128)Subscriber Only

September 27, 2025 15:51 IST

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

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UPSC Essays Simplified : ‘Contentment is natural wealth, luxury is artificial poverty’ — Why this UPSC CSE 2025 topic isn’t just looking for answers, but for your perspectiveSubscriber Only

September 24, 2025 10:09 IST

UPSC CSE 2025 Essay Paper: What does UPSC really want from you in the topic on contentment and luxury? It challenges aspirants to go beyond surface interpretation and engage with deeper moral and ethical reasoning. But it doesn’t stop there. Check out our expert's model essay.

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | September 14 to September 20, 2025Subscriber Only

September 20, 2025 20:32 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 10 questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers along with explanations.

The world this week | India’s trade talks with US, EU on track, thorny issues remain; Saudi-Pak security pact raises eyebrowsSubscriber Only

September 22, 2025 08:45 IST

From India carefully weighing the Saudi-Pakistan security agreement, to the EU adopting a new strategic agenda to elevate ties with New Delhi, and the US resuming trade talks with India, a lot has happened in the world this week.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography (Week 128)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on Chabahar port, Galathea Bay and more (Week 128)Subscriber Only

September 26, 2025 19:43 IST

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

How India’s digital journey offers a replicable model to AfricaSubscriber Only

September 21, 2025 14:23 IST

The digital cooperation between India and Africa underscores a broader commitment to inclusive development, mutual capacity-building, and technological independence. Can joint digital innovation also drive socio-economic progress across the Global South?

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 (Week 120)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on rainfall events in the Western Himalayas and carbon emissions (Week 120)Subscriber Only

September 26, 2025 16:09 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.

Knowledge Nugget: National Policy on Geothermal Energy 2025 – A must-know for UPSC examSubscriber Only

September 20, 2025 18:36 IST

UPSC Current Affairs: Recently, the government has released the National Policy on Geothermal Energy. But what exactly is geothermal energy? How significant is India’s geothermal potential in meeting its clean energy goals?

Cleaner air, longer lives: What does science say?Subscriber Only

September 19, 2025 13:15 IST

Scientists emphasise that personal stories resonate more deeply than statistics, helping to expose the human toll of air pollution. But what does science say about causal interpretations of increased life expectancy against a reduction in air pollution?

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy (Week 128)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on stablecoins, geothermal energy and more (Week 128)Subscriber Only

September 24, 2025 19:35 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: Nicobar mega project – Why it matters for your UPSC examSubscriber Only

September 19, 2025 13:28 IST

The National Green Tribunal has commenced fresh hearings on the Nicobar Mega Projects. What is this project? What are the issues related to the alleged violation of the Island Coastal Regulation Zone?

How effective management of wastewater helps address India’s water crisisSubscriber Only

September 18, 2025 12:27 IST

India, which supports nearly 18 per cent of the world’s population with only 4 per cent of global freshwater resources, faces acute stress on its water systems. How an integrated approach, combining advanced technologies, promotion of water reuse, and enforcing strong regulation, offers a sustainable path forward.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology (Week 128)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on Pralay Missile, Goldilocks zone and more (Week 128)Subscriber Only

September 24, 2025 19:36 IST

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

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2 (Week 120)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2: Questions on debates in the Constituent Assembly on Hindi language and internal diaspora challenges (Week 120)Subscriber Only

September 24, 2025 14:48 IST

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Knowledge Nugget: UNICEF Report on obesity – Why it matters for your UPSC examSubscriber Only

September 18, 2025 12:49 IST

UNICEF report predicts that India will account for 11 per cent of the global obesity burden by 2030. What are the major highlights of the report? In 'Beyond the Nugget', learn about the government initiatives to address it.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance (Week 128)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Vice-Presidents of India, Council of Ministers and more (Week 128)Subscriber Only

September 21, 2025 20:36 IST