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    Relevance for Prelims and Mains  

    GS 2

    1

    PM backs delimitation exercise, grassroots democracy in J&K

    (Polity and Governance)

    Government’s commitment to foster grassroots democracy in Jammu and Kashmir during meeting of leaders of eight mainstream political parties and other related decisions.

    GS 1

    1

    Farmers to observe ‘Save democracy day’

    (History)

    Know about Samyukt Kisan Morcha and its decision to observe 26th June as “Save Agriculture and Save Democracy Day” to mark the 46th year of Emergency. Also, learn about the emergency of 1975.

    GS 2

    6

    Stopping the surge

    (Health)

    Unlock programmes after the reduced cases of Covid-19’s second wave. Preventive measures to contain the possible third wave.

    GS 3

    6

    The rural economy can jump-start a revival

    (Economy)

    Decline in the state of economy, reduced GDP and threat of inflation after Covid-19 and suggestions for improvement. Role of agriculture and employment generation in the process.

    GS 2

    6

    Staging a comeback, re-energising India’s Africa policy

    (International Relations)

    India-Africa relations, history, bilateral, economic and defence cooperations and significance for each other. Points of concerns and a way forward. 

    GS 2

    7

    Protecting prisoners’ rights

    (Social Justice)

    Know about rights of prisoners, related constitutional provisions and important case references. Reasons for compromised rights and ways to safeguard them.

    GS 1

    8

    Monsoon to be weak till July

    (Geography)

    Latest update from India Meteorological Department (IMD) on monsoon. Know about its causes, factors affecting, impact and significance for India and prediction methods.

    GS 2

    9

    In contact with stakeholders on Afghanistan, says India

    (International Relations)

    Know about India’s constant involvement in Afghanistan Peace Process after USA’s decision to withdraw troops from the nation and threats of national and regional instability.

    GS 3

    10

    Outrage over felling of heritage pine trees for road in Meghalaya

    (BIodiversity and Environment)

    Issue of National Highway Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) cutting down heritage pine trees in Meghalaya. Know about NHIDCL and heritage trees in brief.

    GS 2

    11

    Russia, U.K. spar over Black Sea incident

    (International Relations)

    Know about the latest Russia-Britain tussle on the issue of a warship confrontation in the Black Sea. How are both countries’ relations and what are the possible implications and outcomes of this development?

    GS 3

    12

    Reliance to invest Rs. 75,000 crore in ‘new energy’

    (Economy)

    Reliance Industries Ltd’s decision to set up factories for solar photovoltaic modules, batteries, electrolysers and fuel cells. Implications and significance of the move with reference to India’s ‘new energy’ sector.

    GS 3

    12

    Ensure GST cuts reach users

    (Economy)

    Know about the National Anti-Profiteering Authority (NAA) and its directive to GST officials to ensure passing on tax rate cuts on some Covid-19 related essentials.