[ Day 54 – August 11, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – Polity & Ethics

  Polity   Q1. How does the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) contribute to upholding integrity and accountability in public affairs in India? (10M)   Q2. What was the original purpose and significance of Article 370 in the Indian Constitution? How does the discourse on Article 370 relate to broader conversations about the dynamic between state …

[ Day 53 – August 10, 2023] 75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2023 – GS Paper 1 & Ethics

  GS Paper 1   Q1. Explain how India’s geographical location and diverse climatic zones play a role in making it susceptible to different types of natural disasters? (10M)   Q2. Examine the causes and concerns associated with the erosion of the traditional Indian family structure. How has this transformation affected Indian society? (15 M) …

[MISSION 2024] RTM(Revision through MCQs)- 10 August 2023

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EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : The EC’s Guardrails

  Source: Indian Express   Prelims: Current events of national importance(ECI, CEC, Article 324, PIL, constitution bench etc) Mains GS Paper II: Appointments to various constitutional posts, powers functions and responsibilities of various constitutional bodies etc ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS Government tabled the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointments, Conditions of Service, Term of Office) …

[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 11 August 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 …

Deadly Wildfires Strike Maui (Hawaii, USA)

Mapping   Source: TH  Context: A devastating wildfire swept through Maui, Hawaii, leading to destruction, fatalities, and evacuations. Maui is an island in the Central Pacific, part of the Hawaiian archipelago. The Hawaiian Islands are an archipelago of eight major volcanic islands, several atolls, and numerous smaller islets in the North Pacific Ocean, extending some …

Indonesia’s Aceh Province

Mapping Source: TH Context: Authorities in Indonesia’s Aceh province have issued an order requiring men and women not immediately related or married to stay apart in vehicles and public spaces. This move aims to enforce stricter adherence to Islamic law in the ultra-conservative province of Aceh.

Zayed Talwar

Facts for Prelims (FFP)  Source: HT  Context: The Indian Navy’s ships INS Visakhapatnam and INS Trikand have arrived in Dubai to conduct the bilateral exercise ‘Zayed Talwar’ with the UAE Navy.   Aim: The exercise aims to enhance interoperability and cooperation between the two naval forces. The visit seeks to strengthen the maritime partnership, share …

Scientists Design 2D Composite Quantum Material

Facts for Prelims (FFP)  Source: DST  Context: A team of scientists has used computational techniques to design a novel 2D composite quantum material that exhibits an exotic quantum property called Rashba splitting.   What is composite quantum material? A composite quantum material combines two different quantum properties in one substance. For instance, a 2-D carbide …

Indian Web Browser Development Challenge (IWBDC)

Facts for Prelims (FFP)  Source: PIB  Context: The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) introduced the Indian Web Browser Development Challenge (IWBDC) at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi. Aim of the Challenge: The challenge aims to encourage technology enthusiasts and developers across India to create an indigenous web browser with advanced features …

Athidhi Portal

Facts for Prelims (FFP)  Source: ET  Context: The Kerala government is set to launch the ‘Athidhi Portal’, which aims to expedite the registration process for migrant workers in the state.   Need of the portal: In light of recent incidents involving sexual crimes against children allegedly carried out by migrant workers, the government is taking …

SuSwagatam portal

Facts for Prelims (FFP)  Source: TH  Context: The Supreme Court has introduced the ‘SuSwagatam’ portal, an online platform that facilitates the issuance of e-passes for entering the apex court. About the portal: ‘SuSwagatam’ is a user-friendly web application that enables advocates, visitors, and interns to register online and request e-passes for various purposes, including attending …

Visa Issuance Suspensions Between France and Mali

Facts for Prelims (FFP)  Source: TH Context: France and Mali have suspended the issuance of visas to each other’s citizens, escalating a dispute between the two countries. Background: The conflict between France and Mali stems from Mali’s 2020 military junta takeover, ousting the elected president over security and political failures. France’s concerns about regional tensions …

China’s ‘Sponge Cities’ and Their Flood Challenges

Content for Mains Enrichment   Source: Reuters Context: China’s recent devastating floods have raised questions about the effectiveness of its “sponge city” initiative launched in 2015 to reduce urban flood risks.   What is a “sponge city”? A “sponge city” is an urban initiative that employs nature-based solutions like permeable surfaces, canals, ponds, and wetland …

House Panel Urges Government to Ensure Fertilizer Availability and Local Production

GS Paper 3  Syllabus: Agriculture   Source: The Hindu  Context: The Standing Committee of Parliament on Chemicals and Fertilizers, led by Shashi Tharoor, has presented two reports highlighting concerns about fertilizer availability, subsidies, and GST rates on fertilizer components.   Concerns and Recommendations by the Committee: What are Fertilisers?  A fertiliser is a natural or artificial …