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26th December 2023
QUIZ - 26th December 2023
5 Questions
5 Minutes
Editorials
Context:
The increasing Terrorists attacks shifted from Kashmir to Poonch-Rajouri area is a concern for the region.
Shift in Terrorist Activity
- Terrorist Relocation: Recent rise in Poonch-Rajouri encounters due to shift from Kashmir; challenging terrain favors terrorists.
- Proxy War Dynamics: Pakistan avoids Kashmir due to strong counter-terrorism measures; Pir Panjal (South) becomes focus.
- Local Support Dynamics: Historical local support in Poonch-Rajouri aids proxy presence; speculative resurgence among Gujjars reported.
Army's Response and Redeployment
- Strategic Redeployment: Troop shifts from Jammu sector to Ladakh since May 2020; Northern Command maintains vigilance.
- Historical Parallel: 1999-2001 experience in Kargil; redeployment, creation of Kilo Force, and sustained retaliation.
- Current Measures: No significant operational space loss; potential for additional redeployment; emphasis on self-learning and tactical adjustments.
Ethical Concerns
- Civilian Casualties: Three local civilian deaths raise concerns; calls for transparent investigation and disciplinary actions.
- Preventive Measures: Suggested review of SOPs, convoy security, and reinforcement movements; public outreach and drone-supported brigade-sized operations.
- Communication and Precautions: Caution against media speculation; emphasize balanced statements; address emotions in Pir Panjal; precautionary measures in the Valley.
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Editorials
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Finance Ministry responds to IMF's Article IV consultations, disputing worst-case scenarios on India's debt, emphasizing global shocks' impact and improvements.
Finance Ministry's Response to IMF Report
- Context of Statement: Finance Ministry's response to IMF's Article IV consultations with India regarding its economic and financial policies.
- Concerns Raised by IMF: IMF's view that adverse shocks could raise India's general government debt to or beyond 100% of GDP.
- Ministry's Clarification: Ministry asserts this is a worst-case scenario, not a certainty; highlights higher extreme scenarios for other countries.
India's Fiscal Position
- Current Debt Status: Combined central and State government debt at 81% of GDP in 2022-23, down from 88% in 2020-21.
- IMF's Positive Outlook: Under favorable circumstances, debt could reduce to 70% by 2027-28; IMF's improved perceptions of India's fiscal position.
- Global Shocks and India's Response: Ministry points out global shocks impacting India; emphasizes the Centre's ability to meet fiscal targets.
Balancing Act
- Ministry's Clarification Intent: Ministry clarifies its statement as an effort to prevent misinterpretation; not a rebuttal to IMF.
- India's Director on IMF Board: Recorded reservations about staff conclusions; fiscal space risks deemed moderate.
- Government's Critical Role: Reducing debt, maintaining fiscal deficit targets crucial; actions speak louder than words in fiscal management.
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Editorials
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Implementing GGA needs more urgency in terms of treating adaptation on a par with mitigation in the face of extreme climate events.
COP28 and Global Adaptation Efforts
- Milestone at COP28: COP28 marks a shift in addressing global adaptation concerns, guided by the Paris Agreement.
- GGA Framework Adoption: Culmination of efforts from COP26 and COP27; reflects urgency in treating adaptation equally with mitigation.
- Climate Change Impact: Extreme weather events at 1.1°C demand urgent adaptation measures, highlighting the need for a balanced approach.
Challenges in GGA Implementation and Measurement
- Framework Targets: GGA aims at climate hazard assessments, multi-hazard early warning systems, and adaptation plans by 2030.
- Implementation Challenges: National conditions, administrative capacity, and economic development crucial for global goals to trickle down.
- Measuring Progress: Lack of universal metrics for adaptation; COP28 draft decision emphasizes the widening adaptation finance gap.
Climate Financing Disparities
- Climate Financing Bias: Disproportionate focus on mitigation; financing favors global benefits over local adaptation efforts.
- Adaptation Finance Gap: COP28 acknowledges the widening gap; repeated calls to double adaptation finance by 2025.
- GGA Limitations: Despite positive developments, GGA falls short in treating adaptation equally with mitigation, necessitating a balanced approach.
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