Corbett Tiger Reserve (Uttrakhand)

Mapping   Source: ET   Context: The Supreme Court has mandated the establishment of a committee to address environmental damage resulting from, Animal Safari, illegal construction and tree felling within the Corbett Tiger Reserve. The Committee will determine responsibilities for the damage and suggest measures for recovery. Additionally, it will consider guidelines for tiger safaris …

IndiaAI Mission

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE   Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the IndiaAI Mission for the next five years, focusing on bolstering Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation.  

UNNATI – 2024

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: The Union Cabinet approved the Uttar Poorva Transformative Industrialization Scheme, 2024 (UNNATI – 2024) for a duration of 10 years, to incentivize investors to set up new units or expand existing ones.  

Dying Declaration

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: Free Law  Context: In the Naeem vs. The State of Uttar Pradesh case on March 05, 2024, the Supreme Court (SC) ruled that a dying declaration can serve as the sole basis of conviction if it inspires full confidence, without requiring further corroboration.   What was the case about? …

Desert Star Dunes

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: Scientists have revealed the secrets of Earth’s magnificent desert star dunes, showcasing the internal structure and formation process of these geological wonders.   The study focused on the Lala Lallia star dune in eastern Morocco, uncovering its intricate layers and estimating it took about 900 years to …

Shankaracharya Temple

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: HT  Context: During his recent visit to Kashmir, the PM paid homage at the Shankaracharya Hill, home to the Shankaracharya Temple situated in the Zabarwan Range.   About the Temple: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple sits at an elevation of 1100 feet and is revered as the oldest …

Bengaluru’s Water Crisis and Lessons for India

GS3/GS1 Paper   Syllabus: Environment Pollution and Conservation/ Water Resources   Source: TOI  Context: Bengaluru faces a looming water crisis, prompting concerns of a potential Day Zero scenario akin to Cape Town.   Status: As per the Report, 223 of the 236 talukas in Karnataka are affected by drought, including Mandya and Mysuru districts, the sources …

UPSC Editorials Quiz : 9 March 2024

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Weekly Compilation of Practice to Progress(PYQs) for UPSC 4 Mar to 9 Mar

  Dear Student, In order to simplify your preparation further & to make revision easier, we will be releasing a weekly compilation of our UPSC PYQ Initiative: Practice to Progress, every Sunday! We hope that you all find it beneficial. Utilise these compilations to revise & ace the UPSC CSE Prelims 2023! Download the Compilation …

INSIGHTS IAS WEEKLY CURRENT AFFAIRS MAGAZINE : 26 February – 2 March 2024

  Dear Students, Our motto has always been to simplify your UPSC CSE preparation. In pursuance of the above objective, our team decided to improve the magazines further. The new and improved version of our Weekly CA Magazine has several features/changes: No more bullets in the index (a much-requested feature! Yes, we are always listening …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights Mini SECURE : 09 March 2024

  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. Self-Help Groups (SHGs) empower women and make them self-reliant by inculcating the habit of savings and proper use of financial resources. Analyse. Reference: Down to …

In the context of recent SC judgement on Article 105(2) and 194(2) and parliamentary functioning, it again highlights that probity is a crucial aspect that underlines the ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability of parliamentary members and processes. Discuss.

8. In the context of recent SC judgement on Article 105(2) and 194(2) and parliamentary functioning, it again highlights that probity is a crucial aspect that underlines the ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability of parliamentary members and processes. Discuss. Reference: The Hindu