[ Monthly Compilation]Content For Mains Enrichment(CME)-May 2023 | Enrich your UPSC Mains Prep with Our Powerhouse Content

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[ Day 3 – June 21, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – Art & Culture & Ethics

  Art & Culture:    Q1. Provide an overview of Mohiniattam, its unique features and themes? (10M)   Q2. Highlight some key Gharanas associated with vocal music in Hindustani classical music, and their notable exponents? Why Gharanas are not present in Carnatic music. (15M)   Ethics   Syllabus: Dimension of Ethics Q3. “To evolve an …

“To evolve an ethical framework that balances collective good and the need to innovate for “better” future is a far challenging and complex task”. What possible ethical framework might you suggest keeping in mind the emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence and others? Discuss

  Q3. “To evolve an ethical framework that balances collective good and the need to innovate for “better” future is a far challenging and complex task”. What possible ethical framework might you suggest keeping in mind the emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence and others? Discuss (10M)

[ Day 2 – Synopsis ] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – Art & Culture & Ethics

   Arts and Culture Q1. Explore the evolution and distinctive features of mural paintings in ancient India. (10M) Introduction A mural is a large picture painted or affixed directly on a wall or ceiling. The existence of mural paintings in India dates back to 2nd century BC to 8-10th century AD. Some of the places …

[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 21 June 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 …

Kareri Lake

Mapping Kareri Lake (also known as Kumarwah Lake) is a high altitude, shallow, freshwater lake south of the Dhauladhar range, near Dharamsala in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is best known for being a trekking destination.  Dhauladhar is a mountain range which is part of a lesser Himalayan chain of mountains. It rises from the …

BWF Super 1000 title

  Source: ESPN  Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty made history by winning India’s first-ever BWF Super 1000 title at the Indonesia Open. They defeated the reigning world champions from Malaysia in the final, marking their biggest career win to date. This victory adds to their successful year, including titles at the Swiss Open and Asian …

Padel

  Source: TH  Context: Pade, a racket sport played in over 90 countries, is gaining attention around the world. It originated in Mexico in the 1960s and is played in a two-on-two format with underhand serves. Padel utilizes a turf court and glass walls, allowing players to use them strategically. It is similar to tennis …

State of the Climate in Europe 2022 Report

  Source: WMO   Context:  The State of the Climate in Europe 2022 report, produced by the World Meteorological Organization and the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, reveals that Europe has been warming twice as fast as the global average since the 1980s. In 2022, Europe’s average temperature was approximately 2.3 °C above the …

The link between surges of cosmic radiation from space and earthquakes

  Source: DTE  Context: A recent study revealed that scientists have identified a striking link between earthquakes and changes in the intensity of cosmic radiation measured on Earth’s surface.    What is Cosmic Radiation?  Cosmic radiation refers to high-energy particles, mainly protons and atomic nuclei, that originate from outer space and travel through the universe. …

India outperforms the US and China in LEED net zero certifications

  Source: Hindustan Times Context: India has emerged as a top country with LEED Zero green building projects, outperforming the United States of America and China.   Key Findings: Out of 150 LEED Zero-certified projects, India has 73 projects, accounting for 45% of the total. Haryana and Tamil Nadu are the top states in terms …

Digital Drudgery

Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: TH Digital drudgery refers to the repetitive, mundane, and time-consuming tasks performed in digital environments. It often involves manual data entry, data processing, and other repetitive activities that can be automated.   Generative AI has the potential to eliminate digital drudgery. However, the focus should be on deploying trustworthy …