Which of the following best describes the 'Gender Parity Index' in the context of higher education enrolment?

The number of female students enrolled for every 100 male students.

The percentage of female faculty members compared to male faculty members.

The ratio of female enrolment in STEM to non-STEM disciplines.

The ratio of female students to male students in postgraduate programmes.

What is the primary objective of the 'Financial Health' approach as advocated by international financial institutions?

Ensuring individuals have the capacity to manage expenses, build resilience, and plan for long-term goals.

Reducing the fiscal deficit by digitising all government subsidy payments.

Increasing the total number of bank accounts opened under government schemes.

Mandating that all informal sector workers invest in stock market instruments.

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11 July 2026

Editorials on global security, financial health, education, and social media

The data provides specific, report-based statistics on global terrorism trends, Indian higher education enrollment, and financial inclusion metrics that are highly relevant for substantiating answers in GS1 and GS3.

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Global terrorism fatalities fell by 28% in 2025 to 5,582, with a 22% reduction in total incidents.
70% of global terrorism-related deaths are concentrated in five nations: Pakistan, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Niger, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
99% of terrorism-related deaths occur in nations experiencing active armed conflict.
Over 60% of terrorist attacks occur within 100 kilometres of international borders.
India's higher education enrolment reached 4.5 crore in 2023-24, with a Gender Parity Index of 1.08.
Women account for 44% of STEM students in India, but only 31.1% in engineering and technology.
India's account ownership among adults rose from 56% to 89% over the last decade according to Global Findex.
Financial health is defined as the ability to manage daily expenses, build resilience against shocks, and save for long-term goals.
Proposed financial health strategies include integrating PMJDY with social protection schemes like DBT, PM-KISAN, and pension schemes.

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Discuss the structural shifts in global terrorism and explain why aggregate statistical declines may mask emerging security risks. 150 words

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The transition from 'welfare to wealth creation' requires a robust framework for household financial health. Critically examine the role of digital public infrastructure and the integration of social protection schemes in achieving this goal. 250 words

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Despite narrowing gender gaps in higher education, structural barriers persist in the transition to the formal labour market. Analyse the factors contributing to this disconnect and suggest policy interventions to improve female labour force participation. 250 words

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Which of the following best describes the 'Gender Parity Index' in the context of higher education enrolment?

What is the primary objective of the 'Financial Health' approach as advocated by international financial institutions?

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