EXAM PATTERN & STRUCTURE Paper Structure Overview Paper I (Qualifying Paper): Tamil Language Test – 100 marks (Qualifying nature only) Paper II (General Studies-I): History, Geography, Culture, Environment – 250 marks Paper III (General Studies-II): Constitution, Polity, Governance, Economics – Read More …
Category: Internal Security
Road Connectivity Project for Left Wing Extremism Affected Areas
Context The Centre has doubled the allocation of fund under the Road Connectivity Project for Left Wing Extremism Affected Areas (RCPLWEA) for financial year 2024-25, Background Earlier, the Union Home Minister introduced that Left Wing Extremism could be “completely eliminated” in the Read More …
Border Area Development Programme (BADP)
Context While addressing the Border Area Development Conclave, the Defence Minister stated that Border area development is the great way to deal with geo-strategic challenges. About India’s geo-strategic position is such that it’s exposed to different kinds of challenges and the Read More …
Cybersecurity: The Pillar of National Progress
Context In today’s digital age, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical component for the progress and development of nations. As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, the importance of securing digital infrastructure cannot be overstated. The Digital Transformation Read More …
Reaffirming the need for an Indian refugee policy
Context As India has decided to allow Hasina to remain in the country till she gets asylum in the UK, this decision brings to light the broader issue of India’s approach to refugees. There has been little to no clarity Read More …
India plans to mandate cyber security measures for power grids
Context As the backbone of modern civilization, power grids are critical infrastructure that ensures the delivery of electricity to homes, businesses, and essential services. However, the increasing interconnectivity and reliance on digital technologies have made power grids vulnerable to cyber Read More …
Q. Evaluate the impact of the Kargil War on India’s defense policies and military modernization efforts. (10 Marks, 150 Words)
Answer Published Core Demand of the Question Evaluate the impact of the Kargil War on India’s defense policies. Highlight the impact of the Kargil War on India’s military modernization efforts. Answer: The Kargil War, fought between India and Pakistan in 1999, was a significant conflict characterised Read More …
Cyber Security and Rising Incidence of Cyber Crime
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Assam Rifles
Context: The Assam Rifles responsible for overseeing the “buffer zones” between regions dominated by the Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities in Manipur, is encountering opposition from the Meitei population. More About the news: The Assam Rifles and the Army have been stationed in “fringe locations” where Meitei-dominated valley Read More …
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Context: FATF is looking to revise its current recommendations aimed at safeguarding non-profit organizations (NPO) from being abused for terrorist financing. PYQ: Q. Discuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering Read More …