DESERT CYCLONE

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: The India-UAE Joint Military Exercise, named ‘DESERT CYCLONE,’ has commenced in Mahajan, Rajasthan, and is scheduled from 2nd to 15th January 2024.   India has also been a regular participant at the biennial International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) in Abu Dhabi.  

Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: DH  Context: Union Cabinet has approved the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project, the world’s largest radio telescope, involving international collaboration, including India’s participation with a financial commitment.   Major aspects of the Project:

Reverse flip

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: Economic Times  Context: Several well-funded startups, including Pine Labs and Udaan, are considering relocating their holding companies to India, a trend known as “reverse flipping” ahead of potential IPOs. This shift is attributed to a tightening regulatory environment, potential IPO plans, and the desire to operate from the home …

Bab el-Mandeb Strait

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: Explosions were reported near a cargo ship in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait on January 2, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The ship was travelling between the coasts of Eritrea and Yemen.   What is a Strait? A strait is a narrow, naturally formed waterway …

UPSC Editorials Quiz : 4 January 2024

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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 04 January 2024

  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 …

“Unnecessary laws are traps for honest people but a haven for the dishonest.” ―  Anonymous

Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; 7. What does this quote means to you? (150 words) “Unnecessary laws are traps for honest people but a haven for the dishonest.” ―  Anonymous Difficulty level: Tough Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of …

“Good means not merely not to do wrong, but rather not to desire to do wrong.” ― Democritus

Topic: Human Values – lessons from the lives and teachings of great leaders, reformers and administrators; 6. What does this quote means to you? (150 words) “Good means not merely not to do wrong, but rather not to desire to do wrong.” ― Democritus Difficulty level: Moderate Why the question: The question is part of the …