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UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | November 24 to November 30, 2025Subscriber Only
December 4, 2025 15:03 IST
UPSC Current Affairs 2025: Are you preparing for UPSC Prelims 2026? Don’t miss these important current affairs — Op Crystal Fortress, Tex-RAMPS Scheme, Cyclone Ditwah, FIDE World Cup 2025, and more. Check your retention by solving the MCQs at the end of the article.
UPSC PRELIMS 2026 | Daily subject-wise quiz (Week 138) : International Relations MCQs on Operation Sagar Bandhu, Strait of Malacca and moreSubscriber Only
December 7, 2025 20:08 IST
UPSC Prelims Daily Subject MCQs: Test your UPSC readiness with today’s International Relations MCQs—covering Operation Sagar Bandhu, the Strait of Malacca, Peru’s neighbours, India–Bangladesh borders, and India’s top vote at the IMO Council. Sharpen your Prelims edge with accurate explanations.
Gen Z in UPSC : What happens to civil services values?Subscriber Only
December 5, 2025 10:50 IST
UPSC Ethics Simplified: Gen Z is emerging as a major force in UPSC, bringing new communication styles, ethical dilemmas, and digital-first attitudes into governance. Will the ethical foundations of the civil services be impacted by their presence? Nanditesh Nilay, our ethicist, examines.
Knowledge Nugget | Africa’s Dramatic Geological Transformation: What is the latest research on this, and how is it a UPSC must-read?Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 14:40 IST
As Africa undergoes a dramatic geological shift that may one day split the continent in two, here’s everything you need to know — from Earth’s interior and continental drift to the theory of plate tectonics. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea.
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | November 23 to November 29, 2025Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:43 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: volcanic eruption and tropical forests | Week 130Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:42 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 | G20 Summit in South Africa, US-China talks on Taiwan, and Russia-Ukraine peace planSubscriber Only
November 29, 2025 07:52 IST
From world leaders congregating in South Africa’s Johannesburg for the G20 Summit to China squabbling with Japan over Taiwan and announcing the construction of the world’s first floating artificial island with a nuclear-proof bunker – a lot has happened in the world this week.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on sea cows, ozone layer and more (Week 138)Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:41 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Environment and Geography.
Why social media governance demands balancing free speech with accountabilitySubscriber Only
November 29, 2025 12:34 IST
In the present digital age, social media has revolutionised our way of communication and interaction. However, it has raised several ethical issues and challenges. What kind of regulatory framework for social media will help address this? See infographics for quick key insights.
Knowledge Nugget: Why the Basic Structure Doctrine matters for your UPSC examSubscriber Only
November 29, 2025 15:07 IST
The 23rd Law Commission is learnt to have held that the simultaneous elections Bills do not affect the Constitution’s basic structure. But what is this basic structure, and what are simultaneous elections? Also, check FAQs.
Beyond trending: What is Military-Industrial-Complex?Subscriber Only
December 1, 2025 12:42 IST
Although much of the work on the Military-Industrial-Complex (MIC) focuses on its evolution within the historical context of the Cold War, it remains useful in explaining the substantial rise in global military expenditure today.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on Balance of Payments, least developed countries and more (Week 138)Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:40 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Economy.
Why PM POSHAN is more than just a nutritional interventionSubscriber Only
November 29, 2025 15:39 IST
In addition to being a nutritional intervention, the PM POSHAN scheme plays a crucial role in promoting educational access, social equity, and overall child development. How can nutrition awareness among schoolchildren further support these objectives, and how can it be effectively operationalised across India? Check out infographics for quick key insights.
UPSC Issue at a Glance | Understanding India’s New 4 Labour Codes: The what, why and howSubscriber Only
December 1, 2025 11:59 IST
In a landmark move, the government has finally implemented the four Labour Codes on 21st November. Why were they introduced, what are their key features, and how will they impact workers, employers, formalisation and jobs? Here’s all you need to know — with infographics.
Knowledge Nugget: Who are BLOs and what are their duties?Subscriber Only
December 4, 2025 15:02 IST
UPSC current affairs Polity: Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are key to maintaining electoral rolls — during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). As the Election Commission’s grassroots representatives, how do they serve as custodians of accurate voter lists?
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on planet Saturn, uranium content in the human body and more (Week 138)Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:34 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Science and Technology.
Why NIA remains central to India’s counter-terror architectureSubscriber Only
November 27, 2025 13:26 IST
Established in the aftermath of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, how has the National Investigation Agency’s role evolved over time? Explore infographics that trace how this body grew into one of India’s most decisive forces against terror.
UPSC Essentials Mains Answer Practice (Week 130) — GS 2 : Questions on Constitution Day of India and Mission 300 platformSubscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:36 IST
UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam: Cover two crucial GS-2 topics — the democratic significance of Constitution Day and the Mission 300 platform adopted under the G20 declaration. 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 | What is ‘Crystal Fortress’ Operation and why is it in the news?Subscriber Only
November 28, 2025 19:41 IST
UPSC Current affairs and Security issues: Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the police forces and the NCB for the breakthrough in Operation Crystal Fortress. What are the other major drug-busting operations? In ‘Beyond the Nugget,’ also learn about the World Drug Report 2025.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Governor of an Indian State, Tribunals and more (Week 138)Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:37 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Polity and Governance.
How the pardoning power of the Indian and US Presidents differsSubscriber Only
November 26, 2025 09:38 IST
While the President’s clemency power in India is subject to limited judicial review, the US Constitution grants the President an independent power to pardon. How do the constitutional frameworks and the political systems of the respective countries shape the scope of Presidential pardons?
UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on new labour codes and public health implications of SO₂ emissions (Week 130)Subscriber Only
December 2, 2025 11:38 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 | Indo-Tibetan Border Police: All you need to know about the ‘Himveers’ for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only
November 26, 2025 18:28 IST
UPSC Current Affairs: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is set to establish all-woman forward posts across 10 locations along the 3,488 km India–China border. But what is the ITBP and what duties does it perform? What are the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)? Here's what you need to know.
UPSC Essentials | Daily Quiz : History and Culture (Week 133) — Test your knowledge for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026Subscriber Only
November 24, 2025 17:34 IST
UPSC Prelims MCQ 2026: Attempt today’s History and Culture quiz to evaluate your preparation. Links to previous quizzes are available at the end of the article.
UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | November 17 to November 23, 2025Subscriber Only
December 22, 2025 12:11 IST
UPSC Current Affairs 2025: Are you preparing for UPSC Prelims 2026? Don’t miss these important current affairs — Key outcomes of COP30, Solar mamas, Dugong, desi genome editing technology, Blind Women's T20 World Cup, and more. Check your retention by solving the MCQs at the end of the article.
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