Summary of "Weekly Current Affairs 2025 Roundup | Current Affairs for CLAT"
The video titled "Weekly Current Affairs 2025 Roundup | Current Affairs for CLAT" by Legal Edge, presented by Abhishek, covers a comprehensive review of recent and relevant current affairs topics essential for competitive exams like CLAT. The session includes detailed discussions, analyses, and multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on key national and international developments, focusing primarily on India’s geopolitical and economic positioning.
Key Topics Covered:
- India’s Strategic Pivot with BRICS:
- Overview of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) and its recent expansion to include countries like Iran, UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia, making it an 11-member grouping.
- BRICS represents nearly 50% of the world’s population and about 40% of global GDP, making it a significant multilateral institution.
- The summit in 2025 was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with the theme: “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusion and Sustainable Governance.”
- India’s foreign policy emphasizes complementarity between BRICS and Western forums like G7, G20, and Quad rather than exclusivity or conflict.
- Discussions on dedollarization and trading in national currencies among BRICS members, though no common currency has been established yet.
- The New Development Bank (NDB), headquartered in Shanghai, China, plays a crucial role in financing development projects within BRICS and supporting economic stability through the Contingent Reserve Arrangement (CRA).
- India’s growing credibility and strategic autonomy within BRICS, acting as a voice for developing nations and promoting multipolar global governance.
- Digital India Program (2015-2025):
- A flagship initiative aimed at transforming India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy.
- The program is built on nine pillars including broadband highways, mobile connectivity, public internet access, e-governance, electronic manufacturing, IT for jobs, and digital literacy.
- Key milestones include the launch of BHIM-UPI (2016), Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Literacy Campaign (2018), Aarogya Setu app (2020), and the Global India AI Summit (2024).
- The program has significantly increased internet penetration, digital payments, and direct benefit transfers, enhancing governance and service delivery.
- Emphasis on AI, semiconductor mission, and multi-language digital inclusivity.
- China’s Trilateral Diplomacy in India’s Neighborhood:
- China’s strategic engagement with Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh aims to counterbalance India’s influence in South Asia.
- China supports Pakistan economically and militarily, including nuclear development and blocking UN sanctions against Pakistan-based militants.
- The trilateral platform seeks to boost regional cooperation favoring China’s interests, maintaining strategic presence, and expanding Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure.
- Challenges for India include increased terrorism risks, diplomatic isolation, and economic competition.
- India’s response includes strengthening regional ties with neighbors like Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, and promoting alternative regional forums like BIMSTEC and IORA.
- Expansion of India’s Coastline:
- Recent revisions and high-resolution geospatial mapping have increased India’s official coastline length from 7,516.6 km to 11,198.81 km, a 47.7% increase.
- The inclusion of offshore and inshore islands and more precise mapping techniques contributed to this change.
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands have the longest coastline among Union Territories, followed by Lakshadweep; Gujarat has the longest coastline among states.
- The increase in coastline has implications for maritime security, economic zones, and coastal development.
- Various states and union territories have seen different rates of coastline increase or contraction, with Puducherry recording a slight contraction.
Additional Elements:
- The session includes around 25 MCQs related to the discussed topics, aiding exam preparation.
- Other brief current affairs covered include:
- Youngest Indian to complete the Seven Sub Summits Challenge.
- National Spelling Bee winner.
- Introduction of climate impact fee in Hawaii.
- Launch of Unified Pension Scheme for central government employees.
- Telangana’s tiger corridor connecting Tadoba and Kawal Tiger Reserves.
- Recent appointments and political updates globally.
- India’s membership term in the UN Economic and Social Council.
- First woman ADC (Aide-de-Camp) from Indian Navy to the President of India.
Pedagogical Approach:
- The presenter emphasizes understanding concepts over rote memorization.
- Encourages active participation through comments and feedback.
- Provides clarity on factual data, timelines, and significance of events.
- Offers downloadable PDFs and study materials for deeper revision.
- Stresses the importance of balancing India’s engagement with BRICS and Western alliances.
Presenters/Contributors:
- Abhishek (Legal Edge)
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News and Commentary
