What to read in Indian Express9 December 2025 Page Headline Relevance for UPSC / What to note 01 (Front Page) Vande Mataram debate: PM alleges Congress betrayal, Opposition calls it bid to distract Important for polity & history: links to national identity, freedom struggle, secularism — useful for GS-II (Polity & Governance / Modern History […]
Q1. The recent legislative debate over “Vande Mataram” touches upon constitutional and parliamentary procedure issues. Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only(b) 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 2 and 3 only Answer: (b) Explanation:“Vande Mataram” has not been officially designated as the national song […]
What to read in The Hindu newspaper9 December 2025 Category Headline / Topic GS Paper Mapping Prelims Angle Key Themes / Concepts Front Page Govt., Opposition spar in LS over Vande Mataram GS-1: Nationalism & History; GS-2: Parliamentary Procedures Vande Mataram – Constitution, SC rulings Debate on national symbols; legislative confrontation Science Fossils & genomes […]
Get the latest updates on UPPSC Mains Exam 2025, scheduled to begin on June 29, 2025. Stay informed about the exam schedule, important dates, and exam pattern. The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has announced the mains exam dates for the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services on its official website, uppsc.up.nic.in. According to the official notification, the UPPSC Mains Exam 2025 will […]
What to read in Indian Express8 December 2025 1. Only 27% Waqf properties listed on UMEED; under 1% in West Bengal 2. Economy beyond headline numbers -better jobs, green growth needed 3. Not inviting LoP makes government look small 4. For a good viewing experience, skip the ‘skip intro’button 5. RBI’s interest cut supports growth, […]
Q1. With reference to the recent changes in U.S. security strategy and their impact on India, consider the following statements: Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 and 3 only(c) 1 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (b) Explanation:A stronger U.S. focus in the Indo-Pacific may support […]
What to read in The Hindu newspaper8 December 2025 Section Headline / Topic GS Paper & Theme Mapping Prelims Angle Front Page U.S. security strategy changes are ‘consistent’ with our vision: Russia GS-2: Effect of policies & politics of major powers; India–US–Russia strategic triangle; Impact on India’s interests & diaspora Impact of shift in US […]
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and SIR (Service Intensive Revision), recently highlighted by the Supreme Court: Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only(b) 2 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (c) Explanation:BLOs are appointed by District Election Officers, who work under […]
What to read in Indian Express5 December 2025 Section Headline / Topic Page GS Paper & UPSC Theme Mapping First Page Modi–Putin talks today: Strategic economic 2030 roadmap likely 1 GS-2 (IR): India–Russia relations, strategic partnerships, defence & economic cooperation Farm fires dip may be undercount, ISRO flags shift in stubble-burning time 1 GS-3 (Environment): […]
What to read in The Hindu newspaper5 December 2025 Section Headline / Topic Page GS Paper & UPSC Theme Mapping Front Page SC tells States to replace distressed BLOs for SIR 1 GS-2: Governance – Electoral Management, BLOs’ role, SIR verification; Issues of accountability & administrative reforms Editorials New Delhi’s relative isolation, India’s tryst with […]