GS1/GS4 Source: Indian Express Context: Three students, who were preparing for entrance tests in Kota Rajasthan, died allegedly by suicide in two separate incidents. More students died by suicide than farmers, while farmers’ suicides are widely recognised as a crisis in India, students’ suicides are increasingly swept under the rug. Data on …
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GS Paper 3 Source: DTE Context: Scientists are experimenting with feed supplements that can reduce a potent greenhouse gas belched out by stock animals like cattle, goats and sheep. Ruminants release methane, the second most abundant greenhouse gas after carbon dioxide (CO2), which is seen as the biggest concern as well as the best …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life Source: TH Direction: The article tries to explain quantum technology, its working, application, challenges and way ahead to make it more practical. Context: Several institutes and companies worldwide have invested in developing quantum computer (QC) systems. Background: The …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Disaster and Disaster Management Source: DTE Direction: The article highlights key lessons/issues learnt/faced by India during the COVID-19 pandemic and the way ahead. Context: According to a parliamentary committee report, a national policy to combat viral and other such diseases which have a pandemic potential is the need of the …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources Source: TH Direction: The article discusses provisions of the GST law that criminalises certain activities and the recommendations of the GST council to decriminalise such activities and their impact. Context: The Finance Minister chaired the 48th GST Council, which recommended …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Indian Economy/ Governance Source: Live Mint Direction: It is a beautiful report with recommendations across various sectors. One can go through the summary of the report. The major point of the summary has been highlighted. However, be selective and take only a few recommendations that you may write in the …
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