[MISSION 2023] RTM(Revision through MCQs)- 18 May 2023

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[Mission 2023] Current Affairs Quiz , 19 May 2023

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EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : The promise in India’s National     Quantum Mission

    Source: Indian Express, Indian Express Prelims: Current events of national importance, quantum, National Quantum Mission, quantum computing, Nano Mission, National Supercomputing Mission etc Mains GS Paper II and III: Development process and the development industry-the role of NGOs,SHGs etc   ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS The Union Cabinet approved the National Quantum Mission (NQM), putting India …

[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 19 May 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …

Gharials

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: DTE Context: World Wildlife Fund has confirmed the presence of gharials (Gavialis gangeticus) in Pakistan (Punjab).   About the News: Gharials is a critically endangered crocodilian unique to the Indian subcontinent, that was once extirpated from the region. Experts have suggested that the gharial may have come into Pakistan …

Global temperature likely to breach 1.5°C threshold by 2027

Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: WMO   Context: According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), global temperatures are now more likely than not to exceed the 1.5°C (2.7°F) warming threshold within the next five years.   About the Finding: WMO’s Global Annual to Decadal Climate Update highlights a 66% chance of temporarily exceeding 1.5°C by …

Surety bonds

Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: BS  Context: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has relaxed norms for ‘surety bonds’.    The changes introduced: The solvency requirement for surety bonds has been reduced to 1.5 times from the previous 1.875 times, and the exposure limit of 30% applicable to each contract underwritten by …

Freeing “dotted lands”

Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: IE   The government of Andhra Pradesh has initiated the process of freeing “dotted lands,” which are disputed lands with unclear ownership documents. These lands, identified as British-era dotted lands, are being permanently denotified, allowing farmers who own them full rights over the lands. Over 2 lakh acres of …

John Sullivan

Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: TH John Sullivan, a British administrator, played a crucial role in introducing tea cultivation in the Nilgiris hills. In 1834, the Tea Committee was formed in India with a focus on Assam and its surrounding regions.  He also played a significant role in the development of the Nilgiris district …

Heli-tourism

Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: TH Kerala Tourism is planning to introduce heli-tourism to attract premium tourists. They have drafted guidelines for heli-taxi services connecting Kochi with popular tourist destinations like Thekkady, Munnar, and Kumarakom. The department aims to set up the necessary infrastructure through public-private partnership (PPP) to facilitate this initiative.   Usage: …

25 years of Kudumbashree

Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: DTE   About Kudumbashree:   Usage: Such innovative schemes for grass root development, can be used to cite your arguments in Governance, women-related questions, and essays.

Jallikattu, Kambala can go on in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka: SC

GS Paper 1/2  Syllabus: Indian culture/Salient features of the Indian Constitution   Source: IE    Context: A five-judge Bench of the SC upheld the amendments made by TN, Maharashtra and Karnataka to The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act 1960, allowing bull-taming sports like Jallikattu, Kambala, and bullock-cart races.   What is Jallikattu/eruthazhuvuthal? It …

SANSAD TV: PERSPECTIVE- INDIA-EU RELATIONS

    Introduction: India and the European Union share a vibrant Strategic Partnership which has been witnessing strong growth with wider and deeper co-operation in Political and Strategic, Trade and Commerce, Climate and Sustainability, Digital and Technology aspects as well as people-to-people ties. The India-EU Leaders’ Meeting held in May last year set new milestones …