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Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026
GS-II: Governance | Education | Institutions of National Importance | Statutory Bodies Context Background: Evolution of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Why has the…
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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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India’s cancer focus must shift to early detection
GS-II: Health | Public Health | Cancer Care | Healthcare Policy Context Late diagnosis remains the biggest challenge in cancer care Late diagnosis creates…
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Quantum shift
GS-III: Science & Technology | Research & Development | Innovation | Economy Context Private industry has become the largest contributor to India’s R&D expenditure…
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A climate resilience pathway between India and China
GS-II: International Relations | Climate Change | India–China Relations | Disaster Management Context India and China are experiencing similar climate extremes Improving bilateral relations…
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Fiscal federalism, efficiency versus equity concerns
GS-II: Polity & Governance | Fiscal Federalism | Finance Commission | Centre–State Relations Context Finance Commission was created to reduce fiscal imbalances between the…
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Fast Track Courts
Fast Track Courts (FTCs) are special judicial mechanisms established to ensure the expeditious disposal of specific categories of pending cases. They supplement the regular…
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Municipality (Urban Local Bodies)
Introduction Municipalities are Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) established to ensure democratic decentralization, local self-governance, and efficient urban administration. They provide essential civic services such…
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Panchayati Raj Institutions
What are Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs)? Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) are the constitutional institutions of rural local self-government that enable democratic decentralisation and people’s…
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Advocate General of the State
The Advocate General (AG) is the highest law officer of a State and the principal legal adviser to the State Government. The office is…
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State Council of Ministers
About The State Council of Ministers is the real executive body of the State Government. Headed by the Chief Minister, it aids and advises…
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