The issue of implementing a caste-based census in India is embroiled with complexities. Outdating colonial considerations to present-day politics, social equality frameworks, and economic policy, the discussion around a caste based census invokes questions of identity, representation, and what role the state must play to mitigate inequality. For a diverse nation like India understanding the […]
Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Cyprus, marking significant diplomatic engagements following his attendance at the G-7 summit in Alberta Province of Canada. These visits underscore India’s traditional foreign policy priorities and aim to bolster political, economic, security and commercial ties with the country. Background of India–Cyprus Relations 1. Historical & Diplomatic […]
Earth is surrounded by a vast layer of air known as the atmosphere. Living beings need the atmospheric blanket to survive, and it protects us from dangerous sunlight rays. Earth would be uninhabitable without this protective atmospheric layer. Due to its vital function, the atmosphere maintains an optimal planet temperature that allows living organisms to […]
About Ganga River System The three major river basins that comprise the Himalayan Drainage System are as follows: Ganga River System Indus River System Brahmaputra River System With a total span of over 2500 km, the Ganga River and its numerous tributaries flow through the northern and eastern parts of the Indian subcontinent. The Ganga […]
What is President’s Rule? President’s Rule, under Article 356 of the Indian Constitution, is invoked when the constitutional machinery fails in a state. This means the state government is unable to operate under the provisions of the Constitution. Ultimately, the Union Government becomes all-powerful and takes control of the State. It is also called “State […]
In May 2025, as Pakistan launched a barrage of missiles and drones targeting Indian cities like Jammu, Pathankot, and Amritsar, India’s newly operational S-400 Triumf systems sprang into action. It is also known as “Sudarshan Chakra” in Hindi by the Indian military after Lord Vishnu’s indestructible weapon. The S-400 intercepted every incoming threat, marking its […]
India is a land of diverse climatic conditions, rich vegetation, and a wide variety of wildlife. The country’s geographical diversity influences its climate, which in turn affects the natural vegetation and animal life. Climate of India Four Major Seasons in India India experiences four major seasons in India: Natural Vegetation in India Natural vegetation consists […]
Our planet conceals an immeasurable number of mysteries that exist beneath its surface. We walk on top of solid rock but below us exists a continuously shifting deep interior that harbors great pressure with vast heat. All planet levels from the surface crust through the entire scope of the core element together define our familiar […]
What is Naxalism? Origin and Evolution of Naxalism in India Current Status: Naxalism was active in 233 districts across 20 states, which has been reduced to only 12 districts in 2025 that are classified as severely affected, primarily in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. Types of Naxalism Causes of Naxalism in India Government Strategy […]
What is India State of Forest Report (ISFR)? Assessment Method used by Forest Survey of India (FSI) Key Definitions Used in ISFR 2023 Note: The term ‘forest area’ refers to the legal status of the land as per the government records. The term ‘forest cover’ indicates the presence of trees over any land. What are the Key […]