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Draft National Telecom Policy (NTP) 2025

*Syllabus: Environment* *Source: BT* **Context:** The Ministry of Communications released the Draft National Telecom Policy (NTP) 2025, proposing incentives for using Indian-made telecom equipment. **...

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Draft National Telecom Policy (NTP) 2025

*Syllabus: Environment* *Source: BT* **Context:** The Ministry of Communications released the Draft National Telecom Policy (NTP) 2025, proposing incentives for using Indian-made telecom equipment. **...

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PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY)

*Source: PIB* **Context: **The PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) will come into effect from 1st August 2025 to incentivize large-scale job creation, replacing the Employment Linked Incentive (E...

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 25 July 2025

The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to...

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 25 July 2025

The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to...

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UPSC Static Quiz – Economy : 24 July 2025

UPSC Static Quiz – Economy : 24 July 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topi...

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UPSC Static Quiz – Economy : 24 July 2025

UPSC Static Quiz – Economy : 24 July 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topi...

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Analyse the current status of India–China economic interdependence. How can trade and technology form the foundation for strategic détente?

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Corporate tax cuts aimed at stimulating growth often entail substantial fiscal trade-offs. Examine the rationale behind recent corporate tax reductions. Assess their impact on public revenue mobilisation.

> **Topic:** Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment **Topic:** Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of re...

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How do extreme weather events affect agricultural output in India? Examine the effectiveness of existing crop insurance mechanisms. Suggest key policy reforms to strengthen climate-resilience in Indian agriculture.

> **Topic:** Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country. **Topic:** Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country. **Q6. How do extreme weather events affect agricul...

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Ashokan Pillar

*Source: PTI* **Context:** India unveiled a replica of the Ashokan Pillar at Waskaduwa Sri Subhuthi Viharaya, Sri Lanka, commemorating Emperor Ashoka’s role in introducing Buddhism to the island. **Ab...

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Peninsular Indian states risk a middle-income trap due to unequal participation in growth. Examine its causes. Analyse the fiscal and social impacts. Also suggest inclusive growth strategies.

**Topic:** Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. **Q5. Peninsular Indian states risk a middle-income trap due to unequal participation in growth. Examine its causes. Analyse the fiscal and soci...

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Peninsular Indian states risk a middle-income trap due to unequal participation in growth. Examine its causes. Analyse the fiscal and social impacts. Also suggest inclusive growth strategies.

**Topic:** Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. **Q5. Peninsular Indian states risk a middle-income trap due to unequal participation in growth. Examine its causes. Analyse the fiscal and soci...

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UPSC Editorials Quiz : 22 July 2025

Introducing QUED – Questions from Editorials (UPSC Editorials Quiz) , an innovative initiative from InsightsIAS. Considering the significant number of questions in previous UPSC Prelims from editorial...

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UPSC Editorials Quiz : 22 July 2025

Introducing QUED – Questions from Editorials (UPSC Editorials Quiz) , an innovative initiative from InsightsIAS. Considering the significant number of questions in previous UPSC Prelims from editorial...

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“India’s sluggish loan growth despite record liquidity reveals structural asymmetry in monetary policy effectiveness”. Explain this asymmetry. How does low credit demand limit monetary policy? Suggest structural fixes to stimulate credit uptake.

> **Topic:** Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment **Topic:** Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of re...

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“India’s sluggish loan growth despite record liquidity reveals structural asymmetry in monetary policy effectiveness”. Explain this asymmetry. How does low credit demand limit monetary policy? Suggest structural fixes to stimulate credit uptake.

> **Topic:** Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment **Topic:** Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of re...

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Cyber Skill Centre

**Context:** Union Minister inaugurated a Cyber Skill Centre in Kandivali, Mumbai to promote cybersecurity training among youth under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). **About ****Cyber...

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Cyber Skill Centre

**Context:** Union Minister inaugurated a Cyber Skill Centre in Kandivali, Mumbai to promote cybersecurity training among youth under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). **About ****Cyber...

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Biostimulants

*Source: IE* **Context:** Union Agriculture Minister has directed states to **halt forced sales of biostimulants**, amid rising complaints over efficacy and regulatory violations. • The Centre is tigh...