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Topic-shaped analysis of the day's editorials for the RPSC RAS Mains, dated 2 July 2026.
The 2026 Strait of Hormuz disruption and a Union Cabinet coal-gasification scheme have revived the case for making energy 'molecules at home', with dimethyl ether (DME) — a clean LPG substitute from coal — at the centre.
Mains question (10 marks): Coal-to-chemicals such as dimethyl ether (DME) can strengthen India's energy security but sit uneasily with its climate goals. Discuss.
Source: The Hindu (op-ed), 2 Jul 2026
The UK's move to bar under-16s from social media — echoing Australia and others — has renewed India's debate on how best to shield minors online without eroding rights or privacy.
Mains question (10 marks): Outright bans on minors' social-media use are neither easily enforceable nor sufficient. Critically examine and suggest a way forward.
Source: The Hindu (Opinion), 2 Jul 2026
From 1 July, the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar & Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), 'VB-G RAM G', replaced MGNREGA (2005), raising guaranteed workdays but shifting a larger share of wage costs to the States.
Mains question (10 marks): The shift from MGNREGA to VB-G RAM G raises important questions of fiscal federalism. Critically examine.
Source: The Hindu (Data Point), 2 Jul 2026
Commentary that Washington increasingly treats Beijing as a de-facto 'G2' equal — while both expand engagement across South Asia — has revived debate on how India protects its neighbourhood primacy and strategic autonomy.
Mains question (10 marks): In an emerging US-China 'G2' equation, India's best response is strategic autonomy backed by neighbourhood delivery. Critically examine.
Source: Indian Express (Editorial Page), 2 Jul 2026
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