Consumer Price Index

Consumer Price Index Context: The latest retail inflation data remains stable at 5.09%. However, food prices especially potatoes, onions, and tomatoes, witness significant inflation by 8.66% that threatens private consumption and economic growth. Relevance: GS-03 (Economy) Mains Question: Examine the impact of persistently high food […]

Poverty estimation in India

Poverty estimation in India Context: Recently, NITI Aayog claimed that only less than 5% of Indians live below the poverty line based on the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES), 2022-23. Prelims: Tendulkar committee 2009, Rangarajan committee. Relevance: GS-03 (Poverty) Mains Question: Critically analyze reduction of […]

Bengaluru Water crisis

Bengaluru Water crisis Context: Insufficient rainfall and under-replenishment of water sources have exacerbated water crisis in Bengaluru affecting thousands of villages, wards and talukas. Relevance: GS-03 GS-01(Environmental degradation and pollution, Water resources) Mains Question: Discuss the current state of water crisis in India and suggest […]

India’s suboptimal use of its labour power

India’s suboptimal use of its labour power Context: The majority of India’s workforce depends on labour for income, particularly in informal employment with little job security or benefits. Shifts in the labour market directly impact GDP growth, living standards, and overall economic health. Relevance: GS-02, […]

A bold step towards a cervical cancer-free future

A bold step towards a cervical cancer-free future Context: India’s interim Union Budget 2024-25 prioritizes women’s health by advocating for the vaccination of girls against cervical cancer. The global ’90-70-90′ targets set by the World Health Organization aim to combat cervical cancer through vaccination, screening, […]