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 Punjab government has formally rejected the central government's Agriculture Mandi Policy blueprint. This decision stems from concerns about how the policy would affect Punjab's agricultural framework. The...
India and France recently enhanced their naval cooperation through a Maritime Partnership Exercise. This event took place off India's Western coast. The exercise featured complex maritime drills and...
In January 2025, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a community kitchen named ‘Maa Ki Rasoi’ in Prayagraj. This initiative aims to provide affordable meals to economically...
Sudan is currently experiencing a severe humanitarian crisis. The ongoing conflict has left millions vulnerable, particularly children. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reported that approximately 3.2...
The Tamil Nadu Assembly has introduced amendments to laws concerning crimes against women. Chief Minister MK Stalin's proposals aim to enhance the legal framework for protecting women and...
The Himachal Pradesh scholarship scam has drawn attention due to its scale and implications. The scam, involving the misappropriation of approximately Rs 200 crore, came to light in...
The Supreme Court of India recently dismissed petitions seeking a review of its earlier ruling on same-sex marriage. This decision comes after a five-judge bench carefully examined previous...
In early January 2025, India and the Maldives took steps to restore and enhance their defence cooperation. The meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Maldivian Defence...
India's recent diplomatic engagement with the Taliban marks shift in its foreign policy. This comes as the geopolitical landscape in Afghanistan evolves. With the Taliban in power since...
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has initiated a 100-day intensified campaign aimed at tuberculosis (TB) elimination within prisons and correctional institutions across India. This effort aligns...
