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 …
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Source: PIB Context: NITI Aayog has launched the India Climate Energy Dashboard (ICED) 3.0, a comprehensive platform providing near real-time data on the energy sector, climate, and related economic datasets sourced from government publications. This user-friendly platform allows free access and analysis of datasets using an analytical engine, enabling users to gain insights and …
Source: TH Context: Cereal Experts from India, Australia, and Canada have proposed the establishment of the Wheat Board of India, a comprehensive organization to ensure food and nutrition security through wheat for the growing population. The experts were attending two-day international milling and baking technical conference that concluded in Guwahati. The event was organised …
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Source: LM Context: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has permitted mutual funds to introduce five new categories under the ESG (environmental, social, and governance) scheme. Currently, mutual funds can launch only one ESG scheme under the thematic category of equity schemes. What is ESG Scheme? ESG aims to encourage sustainable …
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Source: LM Context: India is considering expanding its solar STAR-C initiative, operated by the International Solar Alliance, to several Pacific Island nations as part of its diplomatic outreach in the region. The move comes amid increased outreach by China in the region, prompting traditional heavyweights like Australia and the Quad nations (US, Japan, …
Source: IE Context: Recent observations by the BepiColombo mission by ESA and JAXA provided valuable insights into auroras on Mercury. On Mercury, auroras are caused by electrons from solar wind directly interacting with its surface. During the mission’s close Mercury flyby, the spacecraft observed the planet’s magnetosphere, the region influenced by its magnetic field. …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has recently introduced the Heat Index on an experimental basis. The Heat Index is designed to offer general guidance for regions in India where the apparent temperature, also known as the “feel-like” temperature, is higher due to a combination of heat and …
Content for Mains Enrichment Following a challenging defeat in the 2010 French Open, Novak Djokovic, a renowned tennis grand slam winner ranked No. 3 globally, contemplated quitting tennis. Overwhelmed by the pressures of rankings and external expectations, he confided in his coach, Marián Vajda. In response, Vajda posed a crucial question to Djokovic: Why …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment, Conservation Source: DTE Context: The Forest Conservation (Amendment) Bill 2023 is expected to be tabled for clearance during the monsoon parliament session that began on July 20, 2023. The Forest (Conservation) Act 1980: It was enacted to ensure that India’s forest land is not willingly usurped for non-forestry …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues related to health Source: TH Context: It seems that the last mile to realising the dream of a polio-free world is going to be challenging. Why? The US, UK and Israel recently reported polio cases in unvaccinated people after having been polio-free for more than a decade. Their …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Statutory bodies Source: TH Context: The Madras High Court upheld the legality of Tamil Nadu Minister V. Senthilbalaji’s arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money-laundering case linked to a cash-for-jobs scam. HC observations in the case: ED can subject any person accused in a case booked …
GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Women-related issues Source: IE Context: A video of two Kuki women being paraded naked by a mob during the ongoing clashes in Manipur is circulating on social media. The larger question: Women’s bodies have become sites of male violence, especially during communally charged conflicts. Reasons behind this grim reality: …
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How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer? MISSION – 2022: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Answer the following questions in 150 words: General Studies – 1 1. Despite its shortcomings, the Ryotwari settlement remained one of the significant revenue systems employed by the British in India during their colonial rule. Examine. Reference: …
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10. It is essential to strike a balance by ensuring rigorous scientific evaluations, transparent regulatory processes, and addressing concerns about environmental and food safety to responsibly harness the benefits of GM technology for India’s agricultural sector. Critically analyse the above statement in the context of Indian government’s approach to approving GM mustard. Reference: The Hindu …
9. Weakening coral reefs reduce their ability to protect coastal communities from storms and sea-level rise, making these areas more vulnerable to natural disasters and the impacts of climate change. Efforts to protect and restore coral reefs are essential to safeguarding the well-being of both marine wildlife and human communities. Examine. Reference: Down to …
8. As per international water law, what are the principles of ‘equitable and reasonable utilization’ and the ‘no harm rule’? Examine the challenges and opportunities in incorporating the aforementioned principles in the Indus Waters Treaty to address the water-sharing disputes between India and Pakistan. Reference: The Hindu
7. The Parliamentary Standing Committees are essential institutions in the Indian parliamentary system, tasked with examining and scrutinizing bills, policies, and matters related to governance. However, over time, their role as a deliberative and consensus-building body has faced certain challenges, leading to a diminishing impact. Critically analyse. Reference: The Hindu
