UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination is not just a test of knowledge but of strategy, discipline & prioritization. With exam just 45 days away aspirants often find themselves caught between anxiety of what they don’t know & pressure to revise what they do.
This is golden window where smart work matters more than hard work. With vast UPSC syllabus not all topics carry equal weight. Over years trends have shown that certain themes & subjects repeatedly appear in Prelims making them high yield areas for focused revision.
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Year |
Current Affairs |
History |
Geography |
Polity |
Economics |
Science & Tech |
Environment |
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2014 |
12 |
19 |
15 |
12 |
10 |
14 |
18 |
|
2015 |
23 |
15 |
16 |
13 |
14 |
8 |
11 |
|
2016 |
30 |
15 |
6 |
7 |
17 |
8 |
17 |
|
2017 |
29 |
14 |
8 |
22 |
16 |
7 |
14 |
|
2018 |
20 |
17 |
13 |
15 |
18 |
10 |
7 |
|
2019 |
22 |
14 |
12 |
15 |
14 |
11 |
12 |
|
2020 |
24 |
18 |
14 |
14 |
12 |
9 |
9 |
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2021 |
19 |
14 |
10 |
17 |
15 |
13 |
12 |
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2022 |
21 |
13 |
15 |
14 |
13 |
14 |
10 |
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2023 |
16 |
14 |
16 |
15 |
14 |
12 |
13 |
The following provides subject wise important themes that have been frequently asked in previous years making them high yield topics for UPSC Prelims 2025:
By delving into key topics from past years papers aspirants can identify trends & focus their study on areas that are most frequently asked.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub-topics Covered |
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Ancient India |
2015-2023 |
Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Period, Maurya & Gupta Empires, Architecture, Art & Religion |
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Medieval India |
2015-2023 |
Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Bhakti Movement, Sufism, Architecture, Art & Literature |
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Modern India |
2016-2023 |
British Colonialism, Revolts of 1857, Social Reform Movements, Indian Nationalism, Freedom Struggles |
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Art & Culture of India |
2017-2023 |
Classical Music, Dance, Literature, Folk Art, Sculptures, Paintings, Architecture, Indian Festivals |
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Post-independence India |
2018-2023 |
Constituent Assembly, Partition, Socio-economic Reforms, Indian Foreign Policy |
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Indian National Movement |
2015-2023 |
Leaders of Indian Independence, Gandhian Ideology, Freedom Struggle, Non Cooperation Movement |
A thorough understanding of these topics is essential for tackling questions related to India’s political system, law & governance mechanisms.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub-topics Covered |
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Constitutional Framework |
2015-2023 |
Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties, Amendment Process, Basic Structure Doctrine |
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Constitutional Bodies |
2015-2023 |
Parliament, President, Governor, Judiciary, Election Commission, CAG, UPSC |
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Panchayati Raj & Local Governance |
2016-2023 |
73rd & 74th Amendments, Local Bodies, Functions & Devolution of Powers |
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Federalism in India |
2016-2022 |
Centre-State Relations, Finance Commission, Inter-State Council, Article 356 (President's Rule) |
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Judicial System |
2015-2023 |
Supreme Court & High Court Jurisdiction, Judicial Review, Judicial Activism vs. Judicial Restraint |
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Public Policy & Governance |
2018-2023 |
Public Administration Reforms, Governance Models, State-Central Relations, e-Governance |
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Understanding these recurring topics will help candidates navigate vast economic syllabus efficiently.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub topics Covered |
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Economic Planning & Policies |
2015-2023 |
Year Plans, New Economic Policy, NITI Aayog, Poverty Alleviation Strategies, SDGs |
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Monetary Policy |
2016-2022 |
Role of RBI, Inflation Targeting, Repo Rate, Reverse Repo, Open Market Operations |
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Fiscal Policy & Budget |
2016-2023 |
Fiscal Deficit, Budget Making Process, Direct & Indirect Taxes, GST, FRBM Act |
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Agricultural Economy |
2016-2021 |
MSP, Crop Insurance, Agricultural Subsidies, PM-Kisan, Green Revolution, Sustainable Agriculture |
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Industrial Policy & Growth |
2017-2023 |
Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, MSMEs, Ease of Doing Business, Startup Ecosystem |
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Global Economic Relations |
2015-2023 |
WTO, Bilateral Trade Agreements, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), BRICS, Global Economic Challenges |
Analyzing past questions reveals key topics that candidates must be well versed in to handle questions on geographical features, environmental policies & disaster management.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub topics Covered |
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Physical Geography |
2015-2023 |
Landforms, Climate, Oceans, Natural Vegetation, Soil Types, Ecosystems, Resources |
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Human Geography |
2016-2023 |
Population Distribution, Urbanization, Migration, Human Settlements, Economic Geography |
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Geography of India |
2016-2023 |
States, River Systems, Climatic Zones, Natural Resources, Economic Zones, Urbanization Patterns |
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Environmental Geography |
2017-2023 |
Environmental Hazards, Natural Disasters, Biodiversity, Conservation Efforts, Water Resources |
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Geographical Thought |
2016-2021 |
Early Geographers, Evolution of Geographical Theories, Modern Geographical Approaches |
A focused study of important topics in General Science will provide a strong foundation for examination.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub-topics Covered |
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Physics |
2015-2023 |
Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Optics, Electrostatics, Electromagnetism, Waves, Modern Physics, Nuclear Physics |
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Chemistry |
2015-2023 |
Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Chemical Reactions |
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Biology |
2015-2023 |
Cell Biology, Genetics, Physiology, Human Anatomy, Evolution, Ecology, Microbiology, Biotechnology |
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Ecology & Environment |
2015-2023 |
Ecosystems, Environmental Hazards, Pollution, Global Warming, Environmental Impact Assessment |
By focusing on recurring themes in this section aspirants can ensure they are prepared for technological aspects of exam.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub topics Covered |
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Biotechnology |
2015-2023 |
Genetic Engineering, CRISPR Technology, Stem Cell Research, Biotechnology in Agriculture & Medicine |
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Space Technology |
2016-2023 |
ISRO Missions, Mars Orbiter Mission, Gaganyaan, Space Policy, Satellite Technology |
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Nano Technology |
2017-2022 |
Nanomaterials, Nanoelectronics, Nano Medicine, Nanotechnology Applications in Agriculture & Medicine |
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Cybersecurity & IT |
2017-2023 |
Data Protection, Cybercrime Laws, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Information Technology Policies |
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Energy Technologies |
2016-2023 |
Renewable Energy, Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Biofuels, Energy Storage Technologies |
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Environmental Science & Ecology |
2018-2023 |
Climate Change, Renewable Energy Solutions, Ecosystem Services, Environmental Laws, Pollution Control |
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Nuclear & Defence Tech |
2015-2022 |
Missile Systems, Defence Policies, DRDO Projects, Cyber Warfare, Drone Technology |
Given frequent changes in environmental policies & international commitments aspirants must stay updated with current developments in this domain. The questions are often conceptual, analytical & application based requiring an understanding of both theoretical & practical aspects.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub-topics Covered |
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Ecosystem & Biodiversity |
2015-2023 |
Forest Ecosystems, Wetlands, Grasslands, Biodiversity Conservation, Global Warming, National Parks, Endangered Species, Protected Areas, Wildlife Protection Act, Biodiversity Hotspots |
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Environmental Pollution |
2016-2023 |
Air, Water & Soil Pollution, Waste Management, Impact of Human Activities on Environment |
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Climate Change & Global Warming |
2017-2023 |
Global Initiatives on Climate Change, Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement, Carbon Footprint, Greenhouse Gases, Causes, Greenhouse Effect, Mitigation Strategies, Carbon Footprint, Net Zero Targets |
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Sustainable Development Goals |
2015-2023 |
SDGs & India’s Role, Conservation Efforts, Sustainable Agriculture, Green Economy, Circular Economy, EIA |
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Environmental Laws & Policies |
2016-2023 |
The Environment Protection Act, Wildlife Protection Act, National Action Plan on Climate Change, Forest Rights Act, Coastal Regulation Zones, Sustainable Development Goals |
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Water Resource Management |
2017-2023 |
Water Scarcity, Irrigation Techniques, Water Conservation, National Water Policy |
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International Agreements |
2016-2023 |
Paris Agreement, Kyoto Protocol, Montreal Protocol, Ramsar Convention, CBD, CITES |
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2016-2023 |
Ecological Pyramids, Food Chains, Biogeochemical Cycles, Ecological Succession, Deforestation, Desertification, Coastal Erosion, Floods, Cyclones, Landslides |
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Disaster Management Framework |
2017-2021 |
National Disaster Management Plan, NDMA, State Disaster Response Fund, Response Strategies, Global Disaster Management Framework, UN Disaster Relief Efforts, South-South Cooperation, Early Warning Systems, Disaster Resilience, Preparedness Strategies, Disaster Recovery |
Aspirants must focus on key international organizations, treaties, bilateral relations with neighboring & key global powers.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub topics Covered |
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India & Its Neighbors |
2016-2023 |
India-Pakistan Relations, India-China Relations, India-Bangladesh, India-US Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan |
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International Organizations |
2015-2023 |
UN, WTO, World Bank, IMF, BRICS, G20, SCO, ASEAN, SAARC, BIMSTEC, WHO |
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Foreign Policy & Diplomacy |
2015-2023 |
India’s Foreign Policy Evolution, Nehruvian Era, Non-alignment Movement, India’s Diplomacy in Global Governance, QUAD, NAM |
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Global Security Issues |
2016-2023 |
Terrorism, Nuclear Proliferation, Cyber Security, Maritime Security, Arms Control Agreements |
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International Treaties & Laws |
2017-2023 |
International Humanitarian Law, Global Trade Agreements, Paris Climate Agreement |
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Global Trade & Economics |
2015-2023 |
Globalization, Regional Cooperation, Trade Agreements, India’s Role in WTO & FTAs |
Questions also touch upon legal & administrative mechanisms that address internal security concerns such as laws related to terrorism & national security.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub-topics Covered |
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Internal Security Challenges |
2016-2023 |
Naxalism, Insurgency Movements, Cyber Security, Border Management |
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Terrorism & Counter-Terrorism |
2017-2020 |
National Security Act, Anti-Terrorism Laws, NIA, Intelligence Agencies, Terrorist Networks |
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Security Agencies & Law Enforcement |
2015-2022 |
CRPF, BSF, Army, Police Forces, Counter-Terrorism Measures |
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Emerging Security Threats |
2019-2023 |
Cyber Warfare, Drone Attacks, Biosecurity Threats, Cross-border Terrorism |
Understanding philosophies of prominent thinkers is crucial for answering questions that link philosophy with contemporary issues such as governance, social justice, ethics.
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Topic |
Year of Appearance |
Sub-topics Covered |
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Vedanta |
2015-2023 |
Advaita Vedanta, Dvaita, Vishishtadvaita, Key Thinkers (Adi Shankaracharya, Ramanuja) |
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Buddhism |
2016-2023 |
Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path, Madhyamaka, Theravada, Mahayana |
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Jainism |
2015-2023 |
Tirthankaras, Ahimsa, Anekantavada, Jain Cosmology |
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Yoga Philosophy |
2017-2023 |
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Ashtanga Yoga, Meditation Techniques |
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Nyaya Philosophy |
2015-2022 |
Logic, Epistemology, Pramanas, Debate between Realism & Idealism |
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Sankhya Philosophy |
2016-2023 |
Purusha, Prakriti, Dualism, Evolution of Universe |
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Mimamsa |
2015-2023 |
Dharma, Ritualism, Vedanta-Mimamsa Debate, Exegesis of Vedas |
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Ethics in Indian Philosophy |
2018-2023 |
Concept of Dharma, Ahimsa, Satyagraha, Role of Ethics in Governance |
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Key Philosophers |
2016-2023 |
Swami Vivekananda, Mahatma Gandhi, Aurobindo Ghosh, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar |
Further below are some subject wise major topics in news that make them important for UPSC Prelims 2025:
Major Topics in News |
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State Election Commission (SEC) |
Delimitation Commission |
Model Code of Conduct (MCC) |
Lok Sabha Elections |
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Article 329(b) |
Nomination in Election |
Re-polling |
Silence Period |
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One Candidate, Multiple Constituencies (OCMC) |
Home Voting |
Form 17C |
Braille Signage |
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Internal Emergency |
Anti-Defection Law (ADL) |
Parliamentary Committees (PCs) |
First-Past-The-Post |
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Parliament Secretariat |
Cabinet Secretary |
President’s Address to Parliament |
Oath of Members of Parliament |
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Citizenship |
Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024 |
Affirmative Actions |
Sub-Classification of Scheduled Castes |
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Uniform Civil Code (UCC) |
Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991 |
Preventive Detention |
Enemy Property |
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Right to be Forgotten (RTBF) |
Inner Line Permit (ILP) |
Special Category Status (SCS) |
Special Packages |
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Sixth Schedule |
Mediation Act 2023 |
Tribunal System in India |
Bail |
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Curative Petition |
Fast-Track Special Courts (FTSCs) |
Zero FIR |
Doctrine of Coverture |
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Doctrine of Harmonious Construction |
Aadhaar |
International Centre for Audit of Local Governance |
Right to be Free from Adverse Effects of Climate Change |
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Diplomatic Passport |
Co-Districts Initiative |
BHARATIYA NYAYA SANHITA 2023 |
BHARATIYA NAGARIK SURAKSHA SANHITA 2023 |
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BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM 2023 |
Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 |
Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Rules, 2024 |
Telecommunications Act, 2023 |
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Consumer Protection Act (CPA), 2019 |
Post Office Act, 2023 |
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Major Topics in News |
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El Niño & La Niña |
Nor'westers |
Undersea Features in Indian Ocean |
Geoparks |
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Baseflow |
Equatorial Plasma Bubbles (EPBs) |
Atmospheric Rivers (AR) |
Negative Leap Second |
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Zero Shadow Day |
Blue Hole |
Heat Dome |
Indian Ocean Observing System (IndOOS) |
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Ringwoodite Ocean |
Earth’s Mantle |
Isostasy |
Earth's Magnetic Field |
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Cold Lava |
Heat Budget of Earth |
Species in News |
Protected Areas in News |
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Conventions & Protocols |
COP (Conference of Parties) |
HFCs (Hydrofluorocarbons) |
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Major Topics in News |
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Variable Rate Repo (VRR) |
Priority Sector Lending (PSL) guidelines |
RBI’s payout to Centre |
Ways & Means Advances (WMA) |
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Credit-Deposit (CD) Ratio |
Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) |
Reserve Bank – Integrated Ombudsman Scheme (RB-IOS) |
Eligibility Criteria for Small Finance Banks to Transition into Universal Banks |
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Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) |
Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) |
Microfinance Institution (MFI) |
Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) |
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Financial Stability Report (FSR) |
Wilful Defaulters (WD) |
Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, 2016 |
Asset Reconstruction Companies |
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Household Savings Rate |
Inverted Duty Structure (IDS) |
Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax |
Inheritance Tax |
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Advance Pricing Agreements |
Duty Drawback |
Windfall Tax |
Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) |
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Unified Payments Interface (UPI) |
Project Nexus |
Foreign Venture Capital Investor |
Settlement Cycle |
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National Stock Exchange (NSE) |
Co-location or Proximity Hosting |
Financialization |
Derivative markets |
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InvITs |
Investor Education & Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) |
Front-Running |
India Volatility Index (VIX) |
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Finternet |
Perpetual Bonds |
Participatory Notes (P-Notes) |
India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) |
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Carry Trade |
Trade Deficit |
FDI |
Internationalization of Indian Rupee |
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Extended Fund Facility (EFF) |
World Bank Group Guarantee Platform |
Marrakesh Agreement |
Public Stockholding (PSH) |
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TRIPS Agreement |
Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) |
Human Development Report (HDR) |
Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) |
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Middle Income Trap |
Preston Curve |
Nobel Prize in Economics |
Agriculture & Allied Sector |
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Horticulture Sector |
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) |
Digital Agriculture |
Approval in Livestock Sector |
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White Revolution 2.0 |
Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) |
MSP |
Agricultural Export Policy |
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World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in Cooperative Sector |
National Mission on Edible Oils – Oilseeds (NMEO-Oilseeds) for 2024-25 |
SPICED Scheme |
Pulse imports |
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Jute |
NAFIS 2021-22 |
Primary Agriculture Credit Societies (PACS) |
Central Silk Board |
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ICAR–National Institute of Secondary Agriculture (NISA) |
Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) |
Gig Economy |
Living Wage |
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Domestic Systemically Important Insurers |
(B-Ready) Index |
BHASKAR Registry |
Global Innovation Index (GII) |
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Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources & Associated Traditional Knowledge |
PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP) |
Asset Monetization (AM) |
Vadhvan Port |
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National Bank for Financing Infrastructure & Development (NaBFID) |
Antitrust Laws |
Coal Sector |
Steel Sector |
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Offshore Minerals in India |
Space Economy |
National Electricity Plan (Transmission) |
Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) |
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Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) |
Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) |
GIFT IFSC |
World Gold Council (WGC) |
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Nidhi Companies |
ISI mark |
‘Green Shoot’ |
Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF) |
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Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) |
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Major Topics in News |
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RNA Editing |
Nobel Prize in Medicine 2024 (microRNA) |
Bridge Recombinase Mechanism (BRM) |
Jumping Genes |
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3D Hologram Technology |
Liquid Nitrogen |
Thermite |
Kavach |
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Graphene |
Carbon Fiber |
SEBEX 2 |
Atoms4Food |
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GNSS-based ETC System |
Heritable Human Genome Editing (HHGE) |
One Day One Genome |
Recombinant Proteins (RPs) |
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Tmesipteris oblanceolata |
TDP1 |
ISDRA2TNPB |
CAR-T Therapy |
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Stem Cell Therapy |
Organ-on-Chip (OoC) Technology |
Mitochondria |
Unified Genomic Chip |
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BioE3 Policy |
Endosymbiotic Theory |
Hayflick Limit |
Nano Fertilisers |
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Goldene |
Fluorescent Nanodiamonds (FNDs) |
Piezoelectric Polymer Nanocomposites |
BharatGen Programme |
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Facial Recognition Technology |
Deepfakes |
S.A.R.A.H |
Digital Twins |
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Critical Minerals |
Lithium |
3D vs 4D Printing |
Extended Reality |
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AI vs MI vs Deep Learning |
Traditional vs Generative AI |
Blockchain Technology |
Vishvasya: National Blockchain Stack |
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Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) |
Supercomputers |
Li-Fi Technology |
India Semiconductor Mission |
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Network as a Service (NaaS) |
Higgs Boson |
Neutrinos |
Gravitational Waves (GW) |
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Antimatter |
Synchrotrons |
Giant Radio Sources (GRSs) |
Daksha Project |
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Hydrogen Line |
Space Docking |
Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) |
Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM) |
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Aditya-L1 |
National Space Day (NSD) |
RLV LEX |
EOS-08 |
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Air Breathing Propulsion |
AstroSat |
TRISHNA Mission |
NICES Programme |
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Universe's Expansion |
Solar Storms |
Space Debris |
Web 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 |
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OSIRIS-REx (NASA) |
Psyche (NASA) |
Shenzhou 16 (China) |
Chandrayaan-3 (ISRO) |
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Aditya-L1 (ISRO) |
Europa Clipper (NASA) |
Artemis II (NASA) |
VIPER (NASA) |
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Lunar Trailblazer & PRIME-1 |
MMX (JAXA) |
Hera (ESA) |
DART (NASA) |
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Luna-25 (Russia) |
Hakuto (Japan) |
Juno Mission (NASA) |
PACE Mission (NASA) |
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NASA MAVEN Mission |
Dragonfly Mission (NASA) |
EarthCARE (ESA-JAXA) |
SIMPLEx (NASA) |
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Brown Dwarf |
White Dwarf Star |
Plunging Region |
Trojan Asteroids |
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Super Blue Moon |
RHUMI-1 |
Van Allen Radiation Belt |
Tuberculosis (TB) |
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Monkeypox (MPOX) |
NTDs |
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) |
Avian Influenza |
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Zika Virus |
Chandipura Virus |
Fixed-Dose Combination Drugs |
Xenotransplantation |
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Trans-fat Elimination |
Glycemic Index |
Omega-3 Fatty Acids |
MRI |
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Radiation Therapy |
mRNA Vaccine |
Dengue Vaccine TAK-003 |
R21/Matrix-M Malaria Vaccine |
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Hepatitis A Vaccine (Havisure) |
Codon De-Optimisation Technology (CDT) |
Ferroptosis |
Probiotic |
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Xylitol |
Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) |
Weight Loss Drugs |
Functional Ultrasound Imaging (fUSI) |
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Methanol Poisoning |
Ethylene Oxide |
Calcium Carbide in Ripening |
CEPI |
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GAVI |
Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR) |
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) |
Tokamak |
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Thorium Molten Salt Plant |
BESS |
Sodium-Ion Battery |
Hydrogen-Fuel Cells |
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Zinc Air Batteries |
TENG Technology |
Banned Chemicals |
FSSAI Limits |
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Fireworks & Chemicals |
Nuclear Fission vs Fusion |
Types of e-Vehicles |
Types of Vaccines |
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Radio Frequency Bands |
Nuclear Power |
Hydrogen Bomb |
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Major Topics in News |
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IUCN Red List Update |
UNFF19 |
Coral Bleaching |
Antarctic Treaty |
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International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) |
Mangroves |
Ramsar Sites |
The Climate Technology Centre & Network (CTCN) |
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Elephant Census |
Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) |
United Nations Water Convention: Spring Initiative |
Climate Promise Initiative |
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State of Rhino 2024 Report |
Forest Ecosystem Restoration Initiative (FERI) |
Shallow Aquifer Management (SAM) |
Greening Education Partnership |
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Bustard Recovery Program |
European Union’s Nature Restoration Plan (NRP) |
FishMIP Initiative |
The Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) |
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Crocodile Conservation Project |
Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) |
Plankton Crash |
Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) |
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FUNGA |
Coral Bleaching |
Gape Limitation |
National Information System for Climate & Environment Studies (NICES) |
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World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR) |
Kasturirangan Committee Report |
Megafauna |
INTERACT (International Arctic Network) |
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IPBES |
Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) |
Stromatolites |
One Million Youth Actions Challenge (1MYAC) |
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People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR) |
Environmental Performance Index (EPI) |
Environmental DNA (eDNA) |
Carbon Farming |
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Nature Conservation Index (2024) |
International Year of Camelids |
Speciation |
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) |
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UN-REDD report |
Jal Hi Amrit Initiative |
Bioluminescence |
Keeling Curve |
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UNFCCC, Paris Agreement & NDCs |
Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari |
UN Water Convention: Spring Initiative |
Greenium (Green Premium) |
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COP29, Climate Finance |
E-Flow Monitoring System |
Global Commission on Economics of Water (GCEW) |
Teal Carbon |
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Global Environment Facility (GEF) |
Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC) Fund |
Water Credit |
Biodiversity Credits |
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Direct Air Capture & Storage (DAC+S) Plant |
CO2-to-Methanol Pilot Plant |
Glacial Geoengineering |
Flue Gas Desulphurization |
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Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP) |
National Water Awards (NWA) |
Green Credit Programme (GCP) |
Greenwashing |
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Microplastics |
Plastic Overshoot Day |
Mercury Pollution |
Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) |
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DCPA or Dacthal |
Bisphenol A (BPA) |
PFAS (Forever Chemicals) |
Soil Acidification |
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Biocover |
Grasshopper Effect |
Aquatic Deoxygenation |
Carbonate Compensation Depth (CCD) |
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Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
SDG India Index 2023-24 |
Chipko Movement |
SEEA (System of Environmental-Economic Accounting) |
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Just Transition |
Offshore Wind Energy |
National Green Hydrogen Mission |
Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) |
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National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) |
Illegal Sand Mining |
Ecomark |
Ethanol 100 |
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RETAP |
Bio-CNG |
Superhydrophobic Catalyst |
Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) |
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Critical Energy Transition Minerals (CETMs) |
Biomass Briquettes |
PARIVESH Portal |
Infrastructure for Resilient Island States (IRIS) |
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UNDRR |
Marine Heatwaves (MHWs) |
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) |
National Landslide Forecasting Centre (NLFC) |
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Polar Coupled Analysis & Prediction for Services (PCAPS) |
Parametric Insurance |
Recovery & Reconstruction (R&R) Funding Window |
EW4All |
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Exercise AIKYA |
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Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) |
Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Program (FTI-TTP) |
Jalvahak Scheme |
SVAMITVA Scheme |
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PM-Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) |
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana |
Digital Agriculture Mission |
One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) Scheme |
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Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY |
Yuva Sahakar Scheme |
PM-WANI (Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) |
PM Vidyalaxmi |
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PM-JAY Health Coverage Expansion |
PM Vanbandhu Kalyan Yojana (PMVKY) |
PM Mudra Yojana (PMMY) Loan Limit Increase |
National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM) Relaunch |
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eShram – One Stop Solution |
Create in India Initiative |
Paryatan Mitra & Paryatan Didi Initiative |
Humsafar Policy |
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Merger of Agricultural Schemes |
PM Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) |
PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PMJUGA) |
Bio-RIDE Scheme |
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Subhadra Yojana |
BHASKAR Digital Platform |
Crop Science Programme for Food & Nutritional Security |
Strengthening Agricultural Education & Research |
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Sustainable Livestock Health & Production |
Sustainable Development for Horticulture |
Strengthening Krishi Vigyan Kendra |
Natural Resource Management |
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RESET Programme (Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training) |
Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) |
Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) |
Modified PM JI-VAN Yojana |
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Model Solar Village – PM Surya Yojana |
Nandini Sahakar Scheme |
Revamped Model Skill Loan Scheme |
Employment-Linked Incentive Schemes |
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Vatsalya Scheme |
Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024 |
The Voicebox Program |
GAINS 2024 (GRSE Innovation Scheme) |
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Integrated Tribal Development Programme |
Project PARI |
NAMO (New Agriculture Market Order) |
Drone Didi Scheme |
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Sampoornata Abhiyan |
Virtual Assessment – Ayushman Arogya Mandir |
IPHS Dashboard – Real-time Public Health Monitoring |
Food Safety & Compliance System (FoSCoS) |
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FTI-TTP (repeat entry) |
‘School in a Box’ Initiative |
Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program (KSCP) |
GREAT Scheme |
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CSIR-ASPIRE Scheme |
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