Daily current Affairs UPSC CARE Mains – October 2025

Topic –India-UK Relations   Source: The Hindu Q1. The India–United Kingdom economic relationship in recent years reflects the evolution of a mature partnership based on pragmatism and mutual benefit rather than rhetoric. Discuss in light of recent developments. (15 marks, 250 words) Introduction The India–United Kingdom (U.K.) economic relationship has entered a new, confident phase […]

Topic – Industrial safety in India   Source: The Hindu Q1. “Recurring explosions in fireworks and small-scale industrial units highlight the persistent neglect of safety norms in India’s hazardous sectors. Discuss the challenges in enforcing safety regulations and suggest measures to build a stronger culture of industrial safety.” (15 marks, 250 words) Introduction Industrial safety

Topic – Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs)   Source: The Hindu Q1. Why was the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded for Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs)? Explain the idea behind the discovery and discuss its global and Indian significance. (15 marks, 250 words) Introduction The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Richard Robson (Australia/UK), Susumu Kitagawa

Topic – India’s pharmaceutical sector   Source: The Hindu Q1. Repeated cases of substandard drugs have raised concerns about India’s pharmaceutical sector. What are the challenges in ensuring drug quality and how can compliance be strengthened? (15 marks, 250 words) Introduction India is known as the “pharmacy of the world”, exporting affordable medicines and vaccines to

Topic – Sir Creek Issue between India and Pakistan   Source: The Hindu Q1. Examine the strategic significance of the Sir Creek region and analyse how Pakistan’s recent activities there have implications for India’s security and diplomacy. (15 marks, 250 words) Introduction Sir Creek, a 96-kilometre-long estuarine channel in the Rann of Kutch between Gujarat

Topic – Girls’ education in India   Source: The Hindu Q1. Girls’ education in India has witnessed a remarkable transformation in the last decade, particularly under the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative. Discuss the key achievements and challenges, highlighting the broader social and demographic impacts (15 marks, 250 words) Introduction Education for girls has long been