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The Indian economy looks set for tough times ahead
GS-III: Indian Economy | Industrial Growth | Manufacturing | Energy Security | External Sector Context Key Trends in Core Industries Major Concerns 1. Low-Base…
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Articles from August 2026
Notes, editorials and exam explainers written by the Riyasat IAS mentor team — syllabus-mapped reading for UPSC Civil Services aspirants.
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Not ‘delulu’ — an AI tutor for every child in India
GS-II: Education | Digital Public Infrastructure | Social Justice | Human Resource Development GS-III: Artificial Intelligence | Digital Innovation | Inclusive Growth Context Why…
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MMDR Amendment Act, 2026: Centre–State Tensions over Mineral Resources
GS-II: Federalism | Centre–State Relations | Constitutional Governance GS-III: Mineral Resources | Mining | Environment | Inclusive Growth Context What Does the MMDR Amendment,…
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UPSC GS 2 Model Answer 2026: BRICS and Global South
10. “BRICS acts as a powerful counterweight in global governance, actively amplifying the voice and influence of the Global South.” Explain the role of…
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UPSC GS 2 Model Answer: IPMDA and Indo-Pacific Strategy
9. “IPMDA (Indo-Pacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness) bridges the gap between India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision and…
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UPSC GS 2 Model Answer: Generalist Civil Services in India
8. Analyse the advantages and limitations of the generalist structure of the Indian Civil Services in contemporary governance. (Answer in 150 words) Introduction The…
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UPSC GS 2 Model Answer: Malnutrition in India
7. Malnutrition in India is not merely a public health concern; it is also a challenge of social equity, human development and effective welfare…
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UPSC GS 2 Model Answer: Tribal Development Policy in India
6. Does India’s tribal development policy reflect the aspirations for a socially grounded and equity-based governance? Justify your answer. (Answer in 150 words) Introduction…
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5. Do constitutional bodies like the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) and the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) possess adequate enforcement powers…
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UPSC GS 2 Model Answer: Right to Vote and Election Commission
4. Is the right to vote a fundamental right? Discuss the position of the Election Commission of India while undertaking the revision of electoral…
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