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Why rivers, the lifeline of the nation, must flow

February 05, 2025 12:10 pm

The rivers of India serve as lifelines for the country, providing numerous benefits ranging from water supply for agriculture, domestic use, industry, hydroelectricity, and transportation. But how are rivers formed and what are the challenges they face today?

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: History, Culture and Social issues MCQs on Kumbh Mela stampede, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, and more (Week 96)

February 04, 2025 4:31 pm

From temples in India to history of Kumbh and other topics — check your progress and revise your syllabus for the UPSC CSE Prelims 2025.

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on primary healthcare and hypersonic weapons (Week 89)

February 16, 2025 5:58 pm

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2025? Here are questions from GS paper 3 for this week with essential points as the fodder for your answers. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

Why is the Chagos Archipelago and Diego Garcia a Geopolitical Hotspot for the UPSC Exam?

February 12, 2025 11:52 am

With British PM Keir Starmer seeking ‘strong protections’ for the US-British base on Diego Garcia, the Chagos Archipelago is back in the spotlight. What is the history of these islands, and why are they a geopolitical hotspot? Also, go 'Beyond the nugget' to learn about other islands that have been in the news.

UPSC Key: Middle Class, Department of Government Efficiency and Domestic Workers in India

February 04, 2025 10:55 am

Why Very Short-Range Air Defence System is relevant to the UPSC exam? What is the significance of topics such as GST rate rationalisation, Union budget and taxation policies on both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for February 3, 2025.

Art and Culture with Devdutt Pattanaik | Aryans did not invade Harappa; they came much later

February 04, 2025 7:27 pm

What archeological, linguistic and genetic studies indicate about the encounter of Aryans with the Harappan civilisation.

Why is Makhana, the 'Black Diamond,' and its geographical aspects important for the UPSC exam?

February 12, 2025 11:49 am

While presenting the Union Budget 2025, the Union Finance Minister announced that a 'Makhana Board' will be set up in Bihar. Often called the ‘Black Diamond,’ what makes Makhana so special? From its ideal climatic conditions for cultivation to the significance of the Makhana Board, here’s what you need to know.

UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | January 27 to February 2, 2025

March 06, 2025 12:32 pm

Only three months to UPSC Prelims 2025! Is Your Current Affairs prep on point? Don't miss out on important current affairs tidbits — the key takeways of Economic Survey and Budget 2025, ASER Report, Deepseek AI, Deep Research, OPEC+, Ethanol Blended Petrol (EPB) programme, and more. You can also test your knowledge by solving MCQs.

UPSC Key: Union Budget 2025, Makhananomics and PM Dhan-Dhaanya scheme

February 10, 2025 1:24 pm

How is the Union Budget 2025 relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the PM Dhan-Dhaanya scheme, Neighbourhood First policy, and small nuclear reactors have for both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for February 2, 2025.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on Student Direct Stream program, CBP One entry programme and more (Week 95)

February 12, 2025 11:49 am

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2025? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on International Relations.

Why is Pashmina, the ‘Soft Gold,’ important for UPSC Exam?

April 19, 2025 1:31 pm

Pashmina, known as "soft gold," has represented luxury and prestige since the Mughal era. In today's knowledge nugget, learn about its legacy. Also, get to know about the geographical indication and the GI-tagged products that made headlines in 2024.

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | January 26 to February 1, 2025

February 04, 2025 1:41 pm

Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top 15 questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers along with explanations.

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