Context The article discusses NASA’s roadmap for sustained lunar exploration, including plans for a permanent Moon base and the wider global competition in space exploration.… Read More »New Phase Of Lunar Exploration And Permanent Human Presence On The Moon
Q1. With reference to India’s energy scenario, consider the following statements: 1. A higher share of non-fossil fuel capacity ensures a proportionate increase in electricity generation… Read More »UPSC Prelims Quiz: March 31, 2026
Energy efficiency, defined as achieving the same level of output with lower energy input, has emerged as a central pillar of India’s energy strategy, balancing… Read More »India’s Energy Efficiency Strategy For A Sustainable Future
Context The article analyses India’s need to strengthen deterrence against China by reforming its defence-industrial base, doctrinal choices, and enabling military capabilities. Source: The key… Read More »India’s Multi-Domain Deterrence And Defence-Industrial Strategy Challenges
India’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for 2031–2035 marks a significant advancement in its climate commitments, reflecting a calibrated balance between developmental priorities and environmental… Read More »India’s New Climate Targets And Policy Direction
Q1. Which of the following factors contributed to the slowdown in India’s CO₂ emissions growth in 2025? 1. Reduction in imported coal consumption for power generation… Read More »UPSC Prelims Quiz: March 29, 2026
Context The article uses Brazil’s ethanol model and recent global oil shocks to highlight India’s vulnerability to crude oil dependence and volatile global markets. It… Read More »Ethanol Blending Strategy And Flex-Fuel Transition
Context The article discusses India’s vulnerability to global energy disruptions amid the Iran war and argues that long-term energy security depends on accelerated electrification and… Read More »Energy Security Through Electrification And Energy Transition
Context The article analyses findings from the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) report, focusing on record levels of greenhouse gases, the emerging energy imbalance in the… Read More »Earth’s Energy Imbalance And Climate Warming
Q1. With reference to India’s foreign exchange reserves, consider the following statements: 1. The largest share of India’s forex reserves is held in the form of… Read More »UPSC Prelims Quiz: March 26, 2026