APPSC Group 1 Mains PYQs

The Current Scenario of Renewable Power Generation in India: A Shift Towards Sustainability Introduction: India, a nation grappling with energy security and environmental concerns, is witnessing a significant surge in renewable power generation. The country’s commitment to combating climate change and achieving energy independence is driving this transition. According to the Ministry of New and … Read more

Why India’s Patent Grants Lag Behind China and the US Despite Rising Innovation Introduction: India’s burgeoning innovation ecosystem is evident in its rising global rankings in innovation indices like the Global Innovation Index (GII). However, the number of patents granted in India remains significantly lower than in China and the US. This disparity highlights a … Read more

Tools Required for Successful Commercialization of IPR in India and the Role of CIPAM Introduction: Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) encompass a range of legal rights granted to inventors and creators for their inventions, artistic works, designs, and brands. Successful commercialization of IPR translates these rights into economic value, generating revenue and fostering innovation. India, with … Read more

Inefficient Farming, Poor Distribution, and the Role of Genetically Modified Crops in Addressing Food Shortages Introduction: The world faces a growing challenge of ensuring food security for a rapidly expanding population. While factors like climate change and conflict contribute significantly, inefficient farming practices and inadequate food distribution systems are undeniably major contributors to global food … Read more

The Shift Towards Biopesticides: A Necessary Transition Introduction: The global reliance on synthetic pesticides has led to significant environmental and health concerns. Conventional pesticides, while effective in controlling pests, often exhibit high toxicity to non-target organisms, contribute to pesticide resistance, and contaminate soil and water resources. The World Health Organization estimates that 3 million pesticide … Read more

Biotechnology: A Double-Edged Sword Introduction: Biotechnology, encompassing the use of living systems and organisms to develop or make products, has revolutionized various sectors, from medicine and agriculture to industry and environmental remediation. Its potential to improve human life is undeniable, evidenced by advancements like genetically modified (GM) crops increasing food production and gene therapy offering … Read more

Ecotourism: A Tool for Conservation and its Associated Challenges Introduction: Ecotourism, a form of tourism focusing on experiencing natural areas while minimizing environmental impact and benefiting local communities, is increasingly promoted as a conservation tool. The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) defines it as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the … Read more

The Escalating Threat of Antibiotic Resistance in India: Causes and Countermeasures Introduction: Subscribe on YouTube Antibiotic resistance (AR), the ability of bacteria to withstand the effects of antibiotics, is a rapidly growing global health crisis. India, with its high population density, diverse healthcare systems, and widespread use of antibiotics, faces a particularly severe challenge. The … Read more

Challenges in Municipal Solid Waste Disposal and India’s Action Plan Introduction: Subscribe on YouTube Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) refers to the waste generated from households, commercial establishments, and institutions within a municipality. Globally, the generation of MSW is increasing exponentially, driven by population growth, urbanization, and changing consumption patterns. The World Bank estimates that global … Read more

Open Cast Mining: Environmental Impacts and Solutions Introduction: Open-cast mining, also known as surface mining, is an extraction method where minerals or ores are extracted from the earth’s surface, rather than through underground tunnels. This technique is employed when the desired resource is located close to the surface and is economically viable to extract in … Read more