[Mission 2024] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 28 November 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …

Argentina

Mapping   Source: TH  Context: Argentina’s new president Javier Milei plans to replace Argentina’s currency with the dollar to address economic challenges. Dollarization is seen as a potential solution to hyperinflation, breaking the link between rising prices and increasing money supply. Ecuador’s successful experience with dollarization led to notable improvements in economic growth, poverty reduction, …

Green Leaf Volatile

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Context: Researchers from Japan have conducted groundbreaking research on plant-plant communication through volatile organic compounds (VOCs) called Green Leaf Volatile (GLV). Using real-time fluorescence imaging, they visualized how plants take up VOCs released by damaged neighbours, leading to calcium-dependent defence responses against potential threats.   The research also revealed that …

Coseismic ionospheric perturbations (CIP)

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB   Context: A study conducted by scientists from the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism reveals that earthquake processes, even relatively small ones, leave a distinct mark in the ionosphere. The study demonstrates that coseismic ionospheric perturbations (CIP), caused by vertical crustal movements during earthquakes, can be influenced by multiple …

Demand for ratification of the Labour Convention

  Source: TH  Context:  In the wake of the incident (Silkyara Tunnel collapse), the Central Trade Unions have urged the Union government to ratify the labour conventions   Status:  The International Labour Organization (ILO) report reveals that nearly 30 lakh workers globally die annually due to work-related accidents and diseases. It highlights that 79 out …

All India Judicial Service

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: The President advocated the establishment of an All-India Judicial Service to ensure diverse representation in the judiciary during an event celebrating Constitution Day at the Supreme Court. The proposed All-India Judicial Service would identify and nurture talent from across the country, promoting inclusivity.  

Privileged communication

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context:  The proposed Bharatiya Sakshya (BS) Bill, intended to replace the Indian Evidence Act of 1872, includes a provision barring courts from inquiring into privileged communication between Ministers and the President of India. While Article 74(2) of the Constitution already mentions this, the bill seeks to give it …

Egyptology and Napoleon’s failed Egypt expedition

Content for Mains Enrichment   Source: IE  Context: Napoleon’s failed Egypt expedition in 1798-1801, driven by colonial ambitions and competition with the British, is credited with giving birth to Egyptology. Despite military setbacks, the expedition led by Napoleon involved around 160 scholars in various fields, laying the foundation for the study and documentation of Egypt’s …

Bihar’s demand for Special Category Status (SCS)

GS Paper 2   Syllabus: Indian polity- Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure.   Source: TH  Context: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s Cabinet passed a resolution seeking Special Category Status (SCS) for Bihar, following findings from the “Bihar Caste-based Survey, 2022,” indicating significant poverty.   What is Special Category Status (SCS)? It is …

Sansad TV: Perspective- India’s 6G Vision

    Introduction: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the rollout of 5G telecom networks in the country and the progress of the technology sector, calling them crucial for India’s transition to a developed economy. At the India Mobile Congress, the Prime Minister celebrated the nation’s progress, emphasizing that India’s momentum didn’t stop at the …

Sansad TV: Committee Report- India- Preferred Investment Destination

    Introduction: The Parliamentary Committee appreciates the efforts made by the Government in taking proactive steps to attract investment and promote domestic manufacturing. The Committee is hopeful that these measures will help in realising the goal of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and making India a global manufacturing hub. It recommends the government to ensure that the …

[MISSION 2024] Insights SECURE : Daily UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice: 28 November 2023

  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: History of the world will include events from 18th century such as …

what is Fortitude? Discuss is its importance with examples.

Topic: Aptitude and foundational values for Civil Service, integrity, impartiality and nonpartisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy, tolerance and compassion towards the weaker-sections. 7. what is Fortitude? Discuss is its importance with examples. (150 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude by Lexicon Publications. Why the question: The question is part of …

India, like many other nations, faces a growing challenge in the realm of cybersecurity. Allocating resources and implementing advanced security measures are crucial to have a sound cybersecurity strategy. Analyse.

Topic: basics of cyber security 6. India, like many other nations, faces a growing challenge in the realm of cybersecurity. Allocating resources and implementing advanced security measures are crucial to have a sound cybersecurity strategy. Analyse. Difficulty level: Tough Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of …