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Knowledge Nugget: Evergreening in Patents—Why Delhi HC’s semaglutide ruling matters for your UPSC examSubscriber Only

December 9, 2025 15:29 IST

Recently, the Delhi High Court refused to grant an interim injunction sought by Novo Nordisk, noting concerns of possible ‘evergreening’. But what exactly constitutes the ‘evergreening’ of patents? In Beyond the Nugget, also learn about semaglutide

UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | December 1 to December 7, 2025Subscriber Only

December 10, 2025 10:32 IST

Did you miss important UPSC current affairs from the past week? Here are the must-know topics you should catch up on: Rock Eagle Owl, Sanchar Saathi, 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, Thiruparankundram hill, and more. Don’t forget to attempt the MCQ at the end!

UPSC PRELIMS 2026 | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations (Week 139)

UPSC PRELIMS 2026 | Daily subject-wise quiz (Week 139) : International Relations MCQs on Global Environment Outlook, RESourceEU initiative and moreSubscriber Only

December 8, 2025 11:29 IST

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

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UPSC Expert Talk: Classroom, Online, Self-Study, Mentorship, or AI — Which works best for aspirants, and how?Subscriber Only

December 7, 2025 14:38 IST

Too many resources, too much advice, too little time. UPSC prep isn’t what it used to be. UPSC classrooms and toppers’ tips now share space with YouTube influencers, AI tools, and hybrid mentorship programs. The way aspirants prepare has changed radically, but does new always mean better?

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | November 30 to December 06, 2025Subscriber Only

December 6, 2025 19:51 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.

UPSC Mains Answer Practice GS 1: Urban air quality and forests as carbon sinks | Week 131Subscriber Only

December 11, 2025 13:33 IST

UPSC Mains Answer Practice GS 1 : Are you preparing for Civil Services Exam 2026? 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.

The world this week | Modi-Putin meet, Imran Khan vs Asim Munir and enhanced vetting for H-1B visaSubscriber Only

December 6, 2025 08:19 IST

From Vladimir Putin’s India visit to Asim Munir becoming Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces, a lot has happened around the world this week – here is a look at some of the key events.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography (Week 139)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on coral reefs, volcanic ash, beaked whales and more (Week 139)Subscriber Only

December 6, 2025 11:34 IST

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

Art and Culture with Devdutt Pattanaik | Karma’s cosmic order in Jain manuscriptsSubscriber Only

December 6, 2025 12:41 IST

The Jain manuscript is both scripture and art object — a sacred ledger recording humanity’s debits and credits before eternity. How do Jain minds express its vision of order in a universe governed not by chaos but by the quiet logic of karma?

Knowledge Nugget: Why Masala Bonds and FEMA matter for your UPSC ExamSubscriber Only

December 6, 2025 11:36 IST

UPSC current affairs Economy: Recently, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) issued show-cause notices to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and others in connection with the masala bond probe. But what are Masala Bonds? What is FEMA?

Beyond Trending: What is Multilateralism?Subscriber Only

December 6, 2025 12:36 IST

The growing integration of the world saw countries increasingly rely on multilateral institutions to address shared problems like trade, climate change, conflicts, and migration. But what is multilateralism? Why does it appear to stand at a crossroads today?

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy (Week 139)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on Advanced Traffic Management System, Foreign Portfolio Investors and more (Week 139)Subscriber Only

December 5, 2025 13:45 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Do you know, what is Advanced Traffic Management System? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Economy.

As Parliament debates electoral reforms, a look at India’s election processSubscriber Only

December 5, 2025 14:18 IST

The debate on electoral reforms, which will be held in the Lok Sabha on December 9 and 10, draws attention to some important questions: How do the Constitution of India and statutory institutions delegate electoral functions and responsibilities among various legal entities? Is the multi-layered electoral administrative system adequately equipped to defend the electoral credibility and fairness? See infographics for key takeaways.

Knowledge Nugget: Sanchar Saathi, SIM-Binding and India’s Cybersecurity push – What UPSC aspirants must knowSubscriber Only

December 5, 2025 10:47 IST

Recently, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced several measures to curb cybercrime, financial fraud, and misuse of telecom resources. What are these initiatives, and what does the latest data reveal about the rising incidence of cyber fraud in the country?

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology (Week 139)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on nebula, meissner effect, Sanchar Saathi and more (Week 139)Subscriber Only

December 5, 2025 13:47 IST

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

How rainforests, Earth’s oldest ecosystems, are critical to climate goalsSubscriber Only

December 4, 2025 13:20 IST

Tropical forests are major biodiversity regions that sustain livelihoods, protect watersheds, regulate regional climates, and store vast amounts of carbon for decades or even centuries. How do initiatives like the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) seek to conserve these ecosystems? See infographics for key insights.

UPSC Essentials Mains Answer Practice — GS 2 (Week 131)

UPSC Essentials Mains Answer Practice (Week 131) — GS 2 : Questions on AI governance in India and African Union – European Union partnershipSubscriber Only

December 3, 2025 21:04 IST

UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam: Cover two crucial GS-2 topics — the role of AI governance in India and the African Union – European Union partnership. Strengthen your conceptual clarity and answer-writing skills with structured guidance, key points, and self-evaluation prompts. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

Knowledge Nugget | ‘Alaknanda’ Galaxy: How is its discovery relevant to your UPSC exam?Subscriber Only

December 4, 2025 11:56 IST

Recently, Pune researchers found a spiral galaxy similar to the Milky Way from the early universe. What is the striking feature of this newly discovered galaxy? How does this discovery challenge long-held theories of early galaxy evolution? Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to learn what galaxies are.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance (Week 139)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on business advisory committee, Article 361 and more (Week 139)Subscriber Only

December 2, 2025 20:58 IST

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

How Swasth Nari campaign signals a shift in India’s approach to women’s health Subscriber Only

December 3, 2025 13:03 IST

India has received three Guinness World Records titles under the nationwide Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan (SNSPA), marked by unprecedented coordination, mass mobilisation, and efficient digital use. But the future of digital health hinges on how well system design incorporates questions of gender, justice, and accountability. See the infographics for a concise snapshot of the main insights.

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 (Week 131)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on India’s net-zero 2070 target and gene-based agricultural innovation (Week 131)Subscriber Only

December 2, 2025 17:21 IST

UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026: Sharpen your Mains answer-writing skills with GS-3 questions by following the thought process. Do not miss points to ponder and related previous year questions.

Knowledge Nugget | Andaman to get India’s first coral reef research centre: How is it relevant for your UPSC ExamSubscriber Only

December 5, 2025 14:22 IST

UPSC Current Affairs Environment: The government will establish a first-of-its-kind National Coral Reef Research Institute in South Andaman. But what are corals, why are coral reefs vital, and what is coral bleaching? Here's all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the coral reefs in India.

Do cash and kind transfer schemes create welfare-investment dilemma?Subscriber Only

December 5, 2025 14:10 IST

The rise of women-centred cash transfers reveals two truths at once: women have finally moved to the centre of welfare policy, and states are committing to them even when finances are tight. However, as such commitments expand, a question emerges: can welfare programmes continue to grow without constraining the fiscal space needed for tomorrow’s investments? See infographics for quick key insights.

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UPSC Essentials | Daily Quiz : History and Culture (Week 134) — Test your knowledge for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026Subscriber Only

December 2, 2025 10:57 IST

UPSC Prelims 2026 MCQs : Sharpen your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with daily quiz on History and Culture. Cover key topics such as Gandhi’s autobiography, Indus Valley sites, ancient literature, and more. Missed previous quizzes? Find links in the end of the article.

Knowledge Nugget : As PM says to ‘raise strong points in debates’, what Parliamentary devices can Opposition use?Subscriber Only

December 2, 2025 10:55 IST

UPSC Current Affairs Polity 2025: As PM Narendra Modi underscored that the House does not need drama but delivery ahead of the opening session, Parliament’s Winter Session began amid sharp exchanges. Here are the key parliamentary devices the Opposition can use to hold the government accountable — from Question Hour and Zero Hour to motions, discussions, and crucial oversight tools.

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