GPSC MAINS 2019 Paper 4

Points to Remember: Impact on bilateral relations Economic implications Geopolitical consequences Influence on regional stability Effect on defense cooperation Introduction: The United States’ political landscape is characterized by periodic shifts in power between the Republican and Democratic parties. These shifts can significantly influence US foreign policy, impacting its relationships with other nations, including India. Understanding … Read more

Points to Remember: WHO’s mandate and responsibilities in global health emergencies. WHO’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic: early warnings, recommendations, and collaborations. Criticisms of WHO’s handling of the pandemic: delays, information gaps, and geopolitical influences. Reforms and improvements needed for future pandemic preparedness. Introduction: The World Health Organization (WHO), a specialized agency of the United … Read more

Points to Remember: The impact of the Farm Laws on different farmer groups. The economic arguments for and against the reforms. The social and political implications of the legislation. The role of technology and market access in modernizing agriculture. The importance of ensuring farmer welfare and food security. Introduction: The Government of India introduced three … Read more

Points to Remember: Increased digital payment adoption. Interoperability between different transport systems. Enhanced convenience and efficiency for commuters. Potential challenges in implementation and security. Role of government and private sector collaboration. Introduction: The National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) is a government initiative aimed at integrating various transport systems across India into a single, unified platform. … Read more

Points to Remember: The Code on Wages, 2019 aims to standardize minimum wage provisions across all sectors. It removes the wage ceiling, ensuring all employees receive minimum wages. Implementation challenges and potential impacts on different sectors need consideration. The Code seeks to promote social justice and worker welfare. Introduction: The Code on Wages Act, 2019, … Read more

Points to Remember: Global Competitiveness Index (GCI) pillars: Institutions, Infrastructure, Macroeconomic stability, Health, Skills, Product market, Labor market, Financial market, Technological readiness, Market size, Business sophistication, Innovation. India’s performance: Strengths and weaknesses across different pillars. Comparative analysis: India’s ranking relative to other nations. Policy recommendations: Strategies to improve India’s GCI ranking. Introduction: The Global Competitiveness … Read more

Points to Remember: Focus on the key features of Gujarat’s Industrial Policy 2020. Analyze its potential impact on Gujarat’s overall development. Discuss both positive and negative aspects (if any). Suggest ways to enhance its effectiveness. Introduction: Gujarat, a leading industrial state in India, regularly updates its industrial policies to foster economic growth and attract investment. … Read more

Points to Remember: Types of Fiscal Deficits in India (Revenue Deficit, Fiscal Deficit, Primary Deficit) Methods of Government Funding (Borrowing, Taxation, Monetization) Implications of High Deficits Sustainable Fiscal Management Introduction: India’s fiscal system, like any other, faces the challenge of balancing its expenditure with its revenue. When expenditure exceeds revenue, a deficit arises. Understanding the … Read more

Points to Remember: Thalinomics is a concept analyzing the affordability and price trends of a standard Indian meal (Thali). It focuses on the cost of essential food items and their impact on consumer affordability. The analysis uses data to track changes in food prices and their implications for the economy. Thalinomics highlights the role of … Read more

Points to Remember: Redefinition of MSME categories under Atma Nirbhar Bharat Yojana. Impact on access to credit, government schemes, and ease of doing business. Positive and negative consequences for different MSME segments. Overall effect on the Indian economy and the “Atma Nirbhar Bharat” goal. Introduction: The Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan (Self-Reliant India Join Our Telegram … Read more