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MoRTH Promotes Use of Urban Waste in Highway Construction

Source: IE Context: The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) has issued guidelines to use urban solid waste in building National Highways.   This move aims to reduce the environmental impact of sourcing construction materials like soil, often taken from agricultural fields. Successful pilot projects on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway have demonstrated …

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Sanju Devi’s Journey to Sanitation in Patna

 Source: PIB  Sanju Devi from Patna, Bihar, became a symbol of change by breaking gender norms and leading a sanitation initiative in her community.   Initially facing resistance, she trained with the Patna Municipal Corporation to drive an e-rickshaw and collect door-to-door garbage. Her efforts not only improved waste management but also inspired other women …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24 September 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24 September 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. …

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Dr. Mary Poonen Lukose

 Source: IE   Context: Dr. Mary Poonen Lukose, born in 1886, was Kerala’s first woman doctor and the first woman to be a member of a legislative council in an Indian princely state.   After facing initial barriers in India, she pursued a medical degree in London, specializing in gynaecology. Returning to Travancore, she made …

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Travel can slow down the ageing process

Source: IE Context: A new study in the Journal of Travel Research suggests that travel can slow down the ageing process by reducing “entropy,” a measure of disorder in the body.   Positive travel experiences, physical activities, and social interactions boost physical and mental health, supporting the body’s self-healing mechanisms. However, negative experiences, such as …

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“Kavach” centres: To prevent high rate of child drownings

Source: TH Context: In the Sundarbans, a community initiative led by mothers is combating the high rate of child drownings. The delta’s numerous water bodies, combined with the poverty-driven need for both parents to work, create a dangerous environment for children. A 2019 survey revealed that three children drown daily. In response, “Kavach” centres were …

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Periyar EV Ramasamy

Source: IE Context: Periyar EV Ramasamy, remembered on his 146th birth anniversary, was a rationalist and social reformer who led the Self Respect Movement to uplift Tamils and oppose caste dominance, especially by Brahmins.   Contributions: Congress Party: Joined in 1919, disagreed with Gandhi on caste issues, resigned in 1925, and joined the Justice Party …

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China is raising retirement ages

  Source: IE China is raising retirement ages to address several challenges: Declining pension budgets: With pensions running deficits, delaying retirement would reduce immediate payouts and extend workers’ contributions. Increased burden on employed workers: Fewer workers are supporting more retirees, straining the system. Ageing population and rising life expectancy: With life expectancy now 78.6 years …

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California’s New Law on Deceased Personalities’ Likeness

Source: IE  Context: California’s AB 1836, passed on August 31, 2024, regulates the commercial use of deceased personalities’ likenesses, including their voice and image. The law aims to protect against unauthorized AI-generated replicas by requiring consent from the deceased’s heirs for such uses.   Key Points: Consent Required: Using a deceased personality’s likeness without consent …

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Bioplastics from cassava

Source: PIB Context: In Nagaland smallholder farmers are producing compostable bioplastic bags from cassava starch, setting an example in reducing plastic use. This initiative, supported by the North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR), and led by Eco starch, a local MSME, aims to replace single-use plastics with biodegradable alternatives. This initiative promotes …

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Examples of Ethics 

Example 1: Operation Nanhe Farishtey Source: PIB  Context: Over the past seven years (2018-May 2024), the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has rescued 84,119 children through ‘Operation Nanhe Farishtey.’ This initiative aims to protect vulnerable children at railway stations and on trains.   Ethical Values from Operation Nanhe Farishtey: Compassion: Prioritizing the welfare and protection of …

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Indigenous Knowledge – Konda Reddi tribe

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: The indigenous knowledge of the Konda Reddi tribe regarding the Indian laurel tree’s water-storing ability has been confirmed by forest officials in the Papikonda National Park. Forest authorities conducted an experiment by cutting the bark of the Indian laurel tree, revealing water splashing out, particularly in the …

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