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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Mapping Source: The Print The United States signed a new 20-year agreement with the Marshall Islands worth over $2 billion in economic assistance. This deal is part of the Compacts of Free Associations (COFAs), which involve the U.S. providing defence and economic aid to certain Pacific island nations, and gaining military access to strategic …
Sports: Source: DH Context: The Prime Minister recently congratulated Raunak Sadhwani on his victory at the FIDE World Junior Rapid Chess Championship 2023 About FIDE World Cup: The FIDE World Cup, established in 2000 by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), encompasses various iterations. Since 2005, it’s been a 128-player single-elimination chess tournament, a vital part of the World Chess …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: INS Imphal, India’s third indigenous stealth destroyer of the Project 15B class, was delivered to the Indian Navy four months ahead of schedule by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited. Features: It’s the first warship with accommodation for women officers and sailors, can carry 312 crew, has a …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: Parents of children suffering from Niemann-Pick disease, a rare genetic disorder affecting fat metabolism, are urging the Indian government to include it in the National Policy for Rare Diseases. What is Niemann-Pick disease? Niemann-Pick disease refers to a group of inherited metabolic disorders in which abnormal …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, has approved the Green Energy Corridor (GEC) Phase-II – Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) for a 13 GW Renewable Energy Project in Ladakh. What is GEC?
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: HT Context: The Supreme Court has instructed the Indian government and all states and union territories to promptly appoint district officers under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (POSH) Act. Need for Direction: The court noted a lack of uniformity in implementing the Act and non-implementation of the …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: Geologists have made a remarkable discovery of coral reef fossils at an elevation of 18,000 feet above sea level in the Burtse region, Eastern Ladakh Himalayas. These fossils reveal the existence of ancient coral colonies and provide insights into a previously unknown geological past of the Burtse …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: EIA Source: TH Context: This article discusses the importance of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) with respect to the fragile Himalayan ecosystem What is EIA and its evolution? Need for EIA in the Himalayn Region: Suggestions: Address the needs of mountainous regions like the Himalayas in all …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Agriculture Source: IE Context: In the past two years, Eastern Uttar Pradesh (UP) has seen significant growth in vegetable and fruit exports. This growth is attributed to Farmer Producers’ Organizations (FPOs) that have played a pivotal role in promoting cluster-based farming, facilitating technology adoption, and helping farmers market their produce. …
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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. Discuss role of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan as a reformer in promoting women’s rights and education during a challenging period in India’s history. Reference: Indian …
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10. Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) are designed to serve as a safety net for farmers, ensuring them a minimum price for their agricultural produce. However, the intended goal of making MSPs a means of income security for farmers faces several challenges and limitations. Analyse. Reference: Down to Earth
9. Critically examine the need for a region-specific Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the Indian Himalayan region, as the current EIA process does not adequately address the unique ecological and geographical features of the Himalayas. Reference: The Hindu
8. There exist many issues in the right to safe and legal abortion in India. Addressing these anomalies in India’s abortion law is needed to ensure right to bodily autonomy, women’s well-being and reproductive freedom. Examine. Reference: The Hindu
7. The Supreme Court of India’s refusal to accord legal recognition to marriages between persons of the same sex is a huge legal setback to the queer community in the country. Do you think was a missed opportunity to grant equality to queer couples? Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
6. Question: Dr M.S. Swaminathan and Verghese Kurien have left an indelible mark on India’s agriculture and dairy sectors, respectively. Discuss. Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India , Insights on India
5. Highlight the challenges posed by the proliferation of terrorist groups. Examine the need for international cooperation and a coordinated response to counter terrorism effectively. Reference: Indian Express
4. Discuss the various forms of cyber fraud. Highlight the cybersecurity measures to combat cyber fraud effectively. Reference: Indian Express
