[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 05 December 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 their …

Accra (Ghana)

Mapping   Source: UN Context: The 2023 United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial Meeting is scheduled to take place in Accra, Ghana, with participation from over 85 countries and international organizations. Aim: The meeting is aimed at expressing collective commitment to UN peacekeeping, in alignment with ongoing reforms under Action for Peacekeeping and the Action for Peacekeeping …

The Global Renewables and Energy Efficiency Pledge

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: During the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, 118 countries pledged to triple installed renewable energy capacity by 2030, committing to at least 11,000 gigawatts (GW) and to double the global average annual rate of energy efficiency improvements to more than 4%. India, along with China and Russia, …

“Bio-vision” for Bharat

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: The inaugural meeting of the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC) Society, emphasized the need to define a “Bio-vision” for India. BRIC brings together 14 top science autonomous institutions under a unified platform to maximize the impact of biotech The BRIC Society aims to engage in public-private …

India re-elected to International Maritime Organisation

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) assembly for the 2024–25 biennium, India was re-elected to the IMO Council with the highest vote tally. India falls under the Category of 10 states with the largest interest in international seaborne trade, alongside countries like Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, the …

Cyclone Michaung

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE  Context: Cyclone Michaung, heading towards the Andhra coast, is considered unusual due to its high intensity and timing in December, a month when storms in the North Indian Ocean typically don’t reach destructive levels. The cyclone, initially predicted to be a ‘tropical cyclone,’ was upgraded to a ‘severe’ …

Navy of Ancient India

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE  Context: On Navy Day (4th December 2004), the PM paid tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, unveiling his statue at Sindhugarh, Maharashtra.   Why Navy Day is celebrated on 4th December? The Indian Navy celebrates 4th December as Navy Day every year to acknowledge the role of the Indian Navy and …

Creator Economy

Content for Mains Enrichment   Source: BS Context: The article explores the advantages of establishing a creator economy based on Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and Blockchain technology.   What is the Creator Economy? The Creator Economy refers to an internet-facilitated economic model that allows content creators and influencers to earn revenue directly from their creations. It …

New Post Office Bill, 2023

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions   Source: TH  Context:  The Rajya Sabha passed the Post Office Bill, replacing the 125-year-old Indian Post Office Act of 1898.   Need for the Bill: Replace the outdated Indian Post Office Act of 1898 To modernize and enhance the efficiency of the Postal Department. Addresses the …

EDITORIAL ANALYSIS : Centers Of Inclusion

  Source: Indian Express   Prelims: Special Marriage Act, 1954), LGBTQ, Directive Principles of State Policy,Article 14,21 etc Mains GS Paper II: Government policies and interventions for development of various sectors, weaker sections of society and interventions for their development etc   ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS The All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), New Delhi, recently …

Mission UPSC 2024: Preparation Strategy for Science and Technology for Civil Services Exam – a webinar on 17th Dec. 2023

  McGraw Hill and Insights IAS present an exclusive webinar, Mission UPSC 2024 : Preparation Strategy for Science and Technology for Civil Services Exam by Dr. Ravi P Agrahari. Date : 17th Dec. 2023 (1 – 2 PM) Sunday   Learn from an expert educator and author and raise your queries during the webinar to …

PSIR News2Notes Monthly Magazine [ November 2023 ]

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[MISSION 2024] Insights SECURE : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 05 December 2023

  Click on EACH question to post/upload you answers. How to Follow Secure Initiative? How to Self-evaluate your answer?  MISSION – 2023: YEARLONG TIMETABLE Join IPM 4.0 to get an assured review of 2 secure answers everyday   General Studies – 1   Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and …

The guidance provided by parents forms the bedrock of a child’s moral development. Elaborate.

Topic: role of Family society and educational institutions in inculcating values. 7. The guidance provided by parents forms the bedrock of a child’s moral development. Elaborate. (150 words) Difficulty level: Easy Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4. Key Demand of the question: To write …

The development of compassion is a multifaceted process influenced by a combination of inherent personal factors and external environmental influences. Analyse.

Topic: Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and nonpartisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker-sections. 6. The development of compassion is a multifaceted process influenced by a combination of inherent personal factors and external environmental influences. Analyse. (150 words) Difficulty level: Tough Why the question: The …

What is ChatGPT? Assess the potential opportunities and threats associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) language models, including ChatGPT?

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. 5. What is ChatGPT? Assess the potential opportunities and threats associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) language models, including ChatGPT? (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of …