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GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...), Science & Technology, Technology, UPSC

Q.6. What is the technology being employed for electronic toll collection on highways? What are its advantages and limitations? What are the proposed changes that will make this process seamless? Would this transition carry any potential hazards? [UPSC 2024 GS P-3]

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Fastag rfid
28
Sep

Technology for Electronic Toll Collection on Highways The technology primarily used for Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) on highways is Radio […]

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AWIP, Economics, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...), News Analysis

Q. India’s household savings rate has been on a downward trajectory, declining from 22.7% of GDP in 2021 to 18.4% in 2023. What are the reasons behind this decline and how can it create a challenge for the government?

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Domestic Saving Rate
22
Aug

According to the Union Budget 2024, India’s household savings rate has seen a significant decline, falling from 22.7% of GDP […]

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Economics, Government Policies, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...), UPSC

Q. What are the major challenges of Public Distribution System (PDS) in India? How can it be made effective and transparent? [UPSC 2022 GS P-3]

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challenges of Public Distribution System (PDS)
04
Aug

Public Distribution System (PDS) is a government-run food security system in India. It aims to make essential food grains available […]

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AWIP, Economics, Government Policies, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...)

Q. Discuss the multifaceted nature of poverty in India. What are the major government initiatives aimed at poverty alleviation, and how effective have they been?

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multifaceted nature of poverty
31
Jul

Multifaceted Nature of Poverty in India Poverty in India is a complex and multidimensional issue that goes beyond mere income […]

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AWIP, Environment & Ecology, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...)

Q. What do you understand by “Hydroseeding”? What are the environmental benefits of hydroseeding compared to traditional sodding methods?

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Hydroseeding
26
Jul

Hydroseeding is a method of planting seeds by spraying a mixture of water, seed, mulch, fertilizer, and sometimes tackifiers onto […]

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AWIP, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...), Science & Technology, Technology

Q. Discuss the impact of recent developments in science and technology on everyday life in India. Provide examples to illustrate how these advancements have improved quality of life.

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recent developments in science and technology
26
Jul

India has witnessed a rapid transformation in recent years, largely driven by advancements in science and technology. These developments have […]

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AWIP, Economics, Government Policies, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...)

Q. Explain the concept of fiscal deficit. How does it impact economic growth and inflation?

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Budget framework
22
Jul

The Fiscal Deficit (FD) is the difference between the government’s total expenditure and its total receipts (excluding borrowing). A fiscal […]

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AWIP, Economics, GS P6 (Economy, Geography, Environment...)

Q. What are the specific challenges and opportunities of implementing “Gender-Based Budgeting” in India? Give specific case studies or examples of GBB implementation in India or other countries?

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challenges and opportunities of Gender-Based Budgeting
20
Jul

Gender-based budgeting (GBB) is a strategic approach to public finance that integrates gender perspectives into the entire budget cycle. It […]

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