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17 मार्च 2026 के प्रश्न

18 प्रश्न · प्रति लेख एक

  • 12 PYQ संबद्ध · हल कर सकते हैं?
    राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    Rajya Sabha elections and anti-defection law provisions in India

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Incidents of cross-voting in Rajya Sabha elections routinely test the boundaries of the Anti-Defection Law and the Representation of the People Act. Understanding the legal distinctions—such as why cross-voting in Rajya Sabha polls does not result in disqualification despite the open ballot requirement—is critical for analyzing India's parliamentary framework and suggesting meaningful electoral reforms.

  • 6 रिवीज़न-तैयार तथ्य
    अर्थव्यवस्थाGS3
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    India first national income survey and household earnings data

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Accurate estimation of poverty, inequality, and national income is a fundamental theme in the GS3 syllabus. The shift from proxy consumption-based estimation to direct household income surveys represents a major structural reform in India's statistical architecture, essential for evidence-based policymaking.

  • अर्थव्यवस्थाGS3
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    Retail loan write-offs and banking sector asset quality in India

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Understanding the shift in NPAs from the corporate sector to retail loans is crucial for GS3 (Indian Economy), specifically regarding banking sector health, financial inclusion, and RBI's regulatory role in managing macroprudential risks.

  • राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    India strategy on US trade negotiations and tariff policy

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The changing dynamics of US trade policy, especially driven by judicial interventions, directly impact India's economic diplomacy and negotiation strategies. Understanding these shifts is crucial for analyzing India's foreign policy and international trade positioning.

  • 12 PYQ संबद्ध · हल कर सकते हैं?
    राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    End-of-life care and passive euthanasia legal framework in India

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The debate over passive euthanasia and end-of-life care intersects multiple UPSC themes: the interpretation of Fundamental Rights (Article 21), the dynamics between the Judiciary and the Legislature (judicial activism vs legislative vacuum), and the socioeconomic realities of India's healthcare system (high out-of-pocket expenditure).

  • 6 रिवीज़न-तैयार तथ्य
    अर्थव्यवस्थाGS3
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    Strait of Hormuz closure and Russian crude oil price surge for India

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The article is crucial for UPSC aspirants as it lies at the intersection of International Relations (GS2) and Economy (GS3). It practically illustrates how geopolitical chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz directly impact India's energy security, foreign policy calculations (like managing relations with Russia and the Middle East), and domestic macroeconomic stability (inflation management and CAD).

  • राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    Strait of Hormuz maritime security and global energy supplies

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The Strait of Hormuz is the world's most important oil chokepoint; any disruption threatens global energy security, drives inflation, and impacts macroeconomic stability in importing nations like India. The shift toward US burden-sharing in maritime security reflects changing dynamics in international relations and global commons protection.

  • भूगोलGS3
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    Bhopal gas tragedy toxic waste and mercury disposal concerns

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    This issue highlights the long-term, multi-generational environmental and public health legacy of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy. It underscores the challenges of hazardous waste management, heavy metal (mercury) pollution tracking, and the critical role of judicial and regulatory bodies in preventing secondary ecological disasters.

  • 6 PYQ संबद्ध · हल कर सकते हैं?
    भूगोलGS3
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    West Asia conflict environmental damage and energy security impacts

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Connects the direct environmental and climate costs of modern warfare with global energy security and the ongoing transition to renewable energy, providing a nuanced perspective for GS3 and GS2 answers.

  • 6 रिवीज़न-तैयार तथ्य
    राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    Parliamentary decorum and executive accountability in India

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The health and functioning of Parliament are central to India's representative democracy. Issues concerning the neutrality of presiding officers, declining parliamentary productivity, and the mechanisms of executive accountability are recurring themes in the UPSC GS2 syllabus and previous year questions.

  • राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    Election Commission powers and bureaucracy transfers during polls

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The event serves as a practical example of the ECI\'s overarching powers under Article 324 and the Model Code of Conduct to ensure free and fair elections, highlighting potential friction points in Centre-State relations and the challenge of maintaining civil servant neutrality.

  • विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकीGS3
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    National Quantum Mission laboratories and technology development

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Quantum technology is a critical emerging domain with disruptive potential in cryptography, advanced computing, and communications. The National Quantum Mission is vital for India's strategic autonomy and tech leadership. The development of dedicated space assets, such as the Indian Navy's navigation satellite, underscores the increasing integration of space capabilities into national defense and maritime security.

  • 12 PYQ संबद्ध · हल कर सकते हैं?
    विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकीGS3
    उच्च प्राथमिकता

    AI deepfakes and X platform regulation during geopolitical conflicts

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Highlights the security and ethical challenges posed by AI-generated disinformation during geopolitical conflicts, as well as the limitations of self-regulation by social media platforms—key issues for internal security and technology governance.

  • 6 रिवीज़न-तैयार तथ्य
    राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2

    Karnataka High Court jurisdiction and intermediary liability debates

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Provides a concrete example of jurisdictional challenges in the digital era, specifically concerning the maintainability of writ petitions by foreign nationals under Article 226 and the scope of intermediary safe harbor under the IT Act.

  • भूगोलGS3

    Mumbai road tunnel project beneath Sanjay Gandhi National Park

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    Provides a compelling case study on the conflict and synergy between mega-infrastructure projects and environmental conservation. It is highly relevant for GS3 questions on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), urban transport planning, and the sustainable development of cities containing ecologically sensitive zones.

  • भूगोलGS3

    Pune urban pollution charges and vehicle emission regulations

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The article provides a real-world example of localized climate action and urban environmental governance (Low Emission Zones, congestion/pollution pricing) which is directly relevant to GS3 Environment (pollution control) and GS1 Urbanization (urban mobility and infrastructure).

  • 11 PYQ संबद्ध · हल कर सकते हैं?
    राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS3

    SCB Medical College fire and public healthcare safety lapses

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The tragedy highlights severe gaps in disaster preparedness and fire safety within critical public infrastructure, specifically large public hospitals. It raises important governance questions regarding the accountability of hospital administrations, regulatory compliance, and the state's responsibility to protect highly vulnerable populations (ICU patients) from man-made disasters.

  • 6 रिवीज़न-तैयार तथ्य
    राजव्यवस्था और शासनGS2

    Air India flight operations and diaspora safety in West Asia

    क्यों है महत्वपूर्ण

    The escalating conflict in West Asia involving major powers (U.S., Israel, Iran) directly impacts India's strategic interests, particularly the safety and connectivity of the millions of Indian expatriates living and working in the region. It highlights the recurring need for crisis management and evacuation operations by the Indian government.