GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Conservation related issues. Context: The National Green Tribunal (NGT), Eastern Zone, has imposed a fine of ₹2 crore on the Jindal Steel and Power Limited (JSPL) for changing the natural course of Kurbadahali Nalla (water channel) in Odisha’s Angul district. What’s the issue? A complaint filed with NGT said …
GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Infrastructure- Energy. Context: To tap the huge potential of tourism, the Railways has announced the ‘Bharat Gaurav’ Scheme. About the Bharat Gaurav Scheme: Under this Scheme, theme-based tourist circuit trains, on the lines of the Ramayana Express, can be run either by private or State-owned operators. Key features …
GS Paper2: Topics Covered: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Context: The international talks in Vienna to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or JCPOA, will take place soon. The talks will be held between the remaining partners …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to Health. Context: In the wake of the detection of 13 norovirus cases in Kerala, Karnataka has sounded an alert in the bordering districts of Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada. What is Norovirus? Norovirus is a bug similar to the diarrhoea-inducing rotavirus. It is a group of viruses …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to Health. Context: The new variant B 1.1. 529, which was designated as a ‘Variant of Concern’ by World Health Organisation has been assigned the name Omicron. Reported by public health officials of South Africa, the new variant has triggered a lot of concern worldwide over a probable …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Separation of powers. Context: Floor leaders of the Rajya Sabha have expressed concern over the Chief Justice of India’s recent remarks on disruptions in Parliament. The floor leaders said it is for the Presiding Officers to take appropriate action if the norms of functioning are being violated in the legislatures, …
GS Paper 1: Topics Covered: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues. Context: Madhya Pradesh government has initiated a massive tribal outreach programme in the state. Important tribes in the state include Bhils and Gonds. As part of the tribals outreach programme, …
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