Source: DD News Context: India has officially begun the countdown to the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, to be held from 17–19 December 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. About 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine: What It Is? A high-level global health summit convened by the WHO to advance traditional, complementary, …
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Syllabus: Applied Ethics Source: TOI Context: Article in news revisited how Ayurveda and ancient Indian philosophy embed environmental ethics in the triad of water, soil, and spirit—a timely reminder as India advances climate resilience and sustainable farming goals. About Environmental Ethics in Indian Philosophy: What it is? It is a moral framework that perceives nature …
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Syllabus: Traditional Medicine Source: ANI Context: The Vice-President of India inaugurated statues of Acharya Charaka and Sage Sushruta at Goa’s Raj Bhavan, as part of an initiative to promote India’s ancient medical heritage. About Acharya Charaka and Sage Sushruta: About Acharya Charaka: Identity & Period: Charaka (c. 100 BCE–200 CE) was a legendary Ayurvedic physician …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29 October 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: TH Context: In recent decades, researchers have identified new compounds and potential drugs from plants traditionally used in medicine, and today, these plants are being further explored for broader health applications and benefits. About Medicinal Foods and Benefits: Turmeric: Known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, used traditionally in food and medicine. High doses, …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Central Council for Research in Ayurveda Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, has launched the “Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative” (AGNI) to promote research and mainstream pragmatic practices in Ayurveda. AGNI aims to provide a platform for Ayurveda practitioners to report innovative practices and experiences …
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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 in your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to …
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