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.
The European Union and the United Kingdom recently commemorated the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by imposing additional sanctions. These measures target individuals and entities allegedly...
The Maharashtra-Karnataka border dispute has resurfaced, igniting tensions between the two states. This dispute has historical roots dating back to India's linguistic reorganisation in 1956. Recent incidents, including...
Bangladesh's interim government declared February 25 as the "National Military Martyrdom Day." This decision follows extensive discussions led by Prof. Muhammed Yunus regarding the 2009 Pilkhana killings. On...
The Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA) in India has recently made strides in protecting consumer rights, particularly for students in the education sector. Over ₹1.56 crore has been...
Political controversy erupted following an announcement from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The department claimed that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) planned to...
The recent controversy surrounding the Tamil magazine Vikatan marks concerns about freedom of expression in India. On February 15, 2025, the magazine's website became inaccessible following a complaint...
Zonal Councils in India were established to promote cooperation among states and mitigate linguistic tensions. The concept was introduced by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1956. This initiative...
The Haryana Witness Protection Scheme, 2025 was introduced by the Nayab Singh Saini-led BJP government in February 2025. This initiative aims to safeguard witnesses involved in serious criminal...
India and Bangladesh have recently agreed on measures to improve border security. This decision came during the biannual director general-level talks between the Border Security Force (BSF) of...
Ex-gratia payments have recently come under scrutiny following a tragic incident at New Delhi railway station. The Ministry of Railways announced a payment of Rs 10 lakh to...
