INSTA REVISION MODULES : Agriculture Module for UPSC CSE Prelims 2024

INSTA Revision modules consists of important Current Affairs oriented towards UPSC Civil Services Prelims exam 2024, which will help you in quick revision.  These modules are to be used for revision ONLY after you read INSIGHTS Daily Current Affairs Compilations to reap the maximum benefits. It is advised that you revise your notes along with …

Small-Scale Liquefied Natural Gas (SSLNG) unit (Vijaipur)

Mapping   Source: IE  Context: India recently commissioned its first Small-Scale Liquefied Natural Gas (SSLNG) unit at GAIL’s Vijaipur complex in Madhya Pradesh. The government aims to increase the share of natural gas in its energy mix to 15% by 2030 (up from slightly over 6% currently), recognizing its environmental benefits and cost advantages over conventional fuels. …

Sound Laser

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: NDTV Context: Scientists in China have developed a ground-breaking “sound laser” that emits particles of sound instead of light, making it the most powerful of its kind. Unlike traditional lasers that emit photons, this laser releases particle-like chunks of sound known as phonons in a narrow beam.    How …

Pusa-1121 and 1509 Basmati varieties

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: IE    Context: Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) scientists have raised concerns about the unauthorized cultivation of Indian basmati rice varieties in Pakistan. Varieties such as Pusa Basmati-1121 (PB-1121), Pusa Basmati-6 (PB-6), and PB-1509, originally developed by IARI, are being grown in Pakistan under different names. For instance, PB-1121 …

GRID-INDIA

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB   Context: Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) has been recognized as a Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) by the Ministry of Power, Government of India. Established in 2009, GRID-INDIA plays a crucial role in overseeing the operation of the Indian Power System, ensuring efficient power …

Reverse flip

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: The Economic Times   Context: Several startups, including Pine Labs, Zepto, and Meesho, are considering a “reverse flip” strategy to return to India. The decision to reverse flip is driven by various factors, including regulatory changes, market opportunities, and the desire to tap into India’s growing digital economy  

Project Gaia

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TechTimes   Context: Central banks, including the European Central Bank and the Bank of Spain, have introduced Project Gaia, utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to evaluate climate-related financial risks. This innovative program addresses the lack of uniform reporting standards by analysing firm carbon emissions, green bonds, and net-zero commitment disclosures. …

Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: HT  Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology notified the Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit as the central government’s fact-checking body under the Information Technology Rules. This move follows a recent Bombay High Court decision and precedes a Supreme Court hearing. The FCU will vet online content …

Democracy in India

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PM INDIA  Context: The Indian PM  recently addressed the Summit for Democracy, highlighting India’s commitment to democracy and its contributions to global democracy.   What is Democracy? Democracy is a system of government where power is vested in the hands of the people, allowing them to participate in decision-making …

Gibraltar Strait

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TOI  Context: A modelling study suggests that a dormant subduction zone beneath the Gibraltar Strait could become active and migrate into the Atlantic Ocean, potentially forming an Atlantic “Ring of Fire” in about 20 million years.   The subduction zone, known as the Gibraltar arc, has been slowly moving …

India-Bhutan Relations: Cooperation and Challenges

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: India’s Neighbourhood   Source: MEA  Context: India and Bhutan recently strengthened their close ties with a visit from Bhutan’s Prime Minister to India. The discussions led to the signing of several agreements between the two nations.   Key Highlights of the recent India-Bhutan Bilateral Talks: Petroleum Agreement: Both nations signed an …

UPSC Editorials Quiz : 22 March 2024

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UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE : 22 March 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: geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and …

Who is a role model according to you? What traits should a role model possess? Explain with examples.

Topic: ethics – in private and public relationships; 7. Who is a role model according to you? What traits should a role model possess? Explain with examples. (150 words) Difficulty level: Easy Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4. Directive: Elucidate – Give a detailed …