GS-II refers to the General Studies Paper II in the civil services examination. It covers various subjects. These include Indian polity, governance, and international relations. The paper assesses knowledge of the Constitution and laws. It also examines the functioning of the Indian political system. Candidates must understand socio-economic development. Current affairs related to these topics are crucial for success.
A restaurant owner in Noida was arrested after a customer alleged that they received chicken biryani instead of the ordered vegetarian biryani. This incident raised questions about food...
Recent discussions in France have centred around the potential recognition of a Palestinian state. President Emmanuel Macron has indicated that this recognition could occur as early as June...
India formally revoked a transshipment facility that allowed Bangladesh to export goods to third countries via Indian land customs stations. This decision, effective from April 8, ended a...
The Government of India has initiated efforts to align the Aadhaar Act with the recently introduced Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. This move comes as part of...
Estonia's President Alar Karis signed a constitutional amendment prohibiting non-EU citizens from participating in local elections. This decision primarily targets the large Russian-speaking minority in Estonia, a consequence...
The European Union member states voted to impose retaliatory tariffs on $23 billion worth of U.S. goods. This decision came in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s 25%...
The 8th Session of the India-Russia Working Group on Priority Investment Projects was held in New Delhi. This session is part of ongoing efforts to enhance economic collaboration...
Ruling was made in the bankruptcy case against Vijay Mallya, the former chairman of Kingfisher Airlines. The High Court in London upheld a bankruptcy order against him. This...
Recent reports indicate severe challenges faced by prisoners, particularly women, in jails across India. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken action by issuing notices to chief...
In 2024, global executions surged to a record level, with 1,518 people executed across 15 countries. This marked the highest figure since 2015. Amnesty International's report brought into...
