Day: November 3, 2023

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EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : Impacting a woman’s freedom to reproductive choices

  Source: The Hindu Prelims: Functions and responsibilities of union and states, schemes for vulnerable sections( fundamental rights, abortion laws) Mains GS Paper I and II: Role of women and women organizations, schemes for vulnerable sections. Fundamental rights. ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS In X vs Union of India, the Supreme Court declined permission to a woman who …

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PSIR News2Notes Monthly Magazine [ October 2023 ]

  Dear Students News2Notes is a monthly magazine to provide best quality value additional content which entails Current examples, important quotes and book reviews for PSIR optional. We hope you all make the best use of the initiative.   CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PSIR News2Notes (October 2023)      

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[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 3 November 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 …

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Rafah border crossing

Mapping   Source: HT Context: Egypt agreed to receive wounded Palestinians from Gaza, and Palestinian dual nationals from its Rafah border crossing. This decision comes in response to the recent conflict between Hamas militants and Israel.   About the Rafah Crossing: The Rafah Crossing is the southernmost exit point from the Gaza Strip and shares …

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Bletchley Declaration

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE, Reuters   Context: Bletchley Park, the historic site known for its crucial role in World War II, is hosting the world’s first global summit on artificial intelligence (AI) safety in 2023. Britain, along with 28 other countries and the European Union, published the “Bletchley Declaration” at Bletchley Park, …

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Hydroclimate extremes

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: A recent study at Banaras Hindu University examined the impact of global warming on hydroclimate extremes over the Indian River Basins (IRBs). Hydroclimatic extremes are extreme events that can have substantial impacts on human societies and ecosystems. These events include Floods, Droughts, Heatwaves, and Rainstorms. The study used high-resolution simulated …

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Kozhikode as ‘City of Literature’ and Gwalior as the ‘City of Music’

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: Kozhikode, a city in Kerala, and Gwalior, a city in Madhya Pradesh, have been included in UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN). These cities were chosen to represent specific creative fields, with Kozhikode falling under the category of literature and Gwalior under music. Indian cities that are part …

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Examples of Ethics (Impact of conflict on Children, Reconciliation over retribution)

GS  Paper  4  Syllabus: Applications of Ethics   Source: TH   Example 1: Impact of Conflict on Children Context: Kailash Satyarthi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner known for his work in safeguarding children’s rights, condemns the harm inflicted on children in the conflict ( the present Isreal-Palestine conflict has profoundly affected both Israeli and Palestinian …

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India’s Most Favoured Nation (MFN) approach

 GS Paper 3  Syllabus: Liberalization, International Trade   Source: IE  Context: The Supreme Court’s recent decision on tax treaties sheds light on India’s Most Favoured Nation (MFN) approach.   What is the Most Favoured Nation (MFN)?  It is a principle in international trade and diplomacy that promotes equal treatment among trading partners. When a country …

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