Contents Distinguish between the Human Development Index (HDI) and the Inequality-adjusted Human Development Index (IHDI) with special reference to India. Why is the IHDI considered a better indicator of inclusive growth? (10 M) What are the challenges before the Indian economy when the world is moving away from free trade and multilateralism to protectionism and …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14 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. These …
Syllabus: Energy/ Environment Conservation Source: PIB Context: The Prime Minister has unveiled an ambitious vision to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production, utilization, and export. Vision for India as a Green Hydrogen Hub: Ambitious Plans: Aims to lead in the production, utilization, and export of green hydrogen, making India a …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17 August 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 …
Syllabus: Economy: Energy Source: PIB Context: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh emphasized that the next Industrial Revolution will be driven by the bio-economy, with India’s biotech sector growing rapidly. The sector has expanded 13-fold over the last decade, reaching over $130 billion in 2024, and is projected to hit $300 billion by 2030. …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 August 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 …
Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions/ Economy: Energy Source: ET Context: The Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, introduced in the Rajya Sabha. The Bill aims to: It aims to amend the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act, 1948. Originally, oilfields, mines, and minerals were regulated under the Mines and Minerals (Regulation and Development) Act, …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19 July 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 …
Syllabus: Economy: Energy: Renewable Energy/ Government Policies and Interventions Source: ET Context: The ADB has approved a $240.5 million loan for rooftop solar systems in India. Recently Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana was approved with a budget of 75,021 crores and aims to provide 300 units of free electricity monthly to 1 crore households through rooftop solar …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Economic Times Context: India has begun producing “reference” petrol and diesel, which are specialized fuels used for testing automobiles, making it part of a select group of nations that produce these high-quality fuels. The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has developed these fuels with higher specifications to replace imports, ensuring …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Indian government has introduced a Star Labelling Programme for solar panels to enhance consumer awareness and promote the use of high-quality and energy-efficient solar photovoltaic modules. The Star Labelling Programme for solar panels is designed to help consumers make informed choices when purchasing and installing solar panels. …
Source: PIB Context: NITI Aayog has launched the India Climate Energy Dashboard (ICED) 3.0, a comprehensive platform providing near real-time data on the energy sector, climate, and related economic datasets sourced from government publications. This user-friendly platform allows free access and analysis of datasets using an analytical engine, enabling users to gain insights and …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Economy: Energy Source: BS Context: The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry has accepted the main recommendations of the Kirit Parikh committee on natural gas pricing, and will be further recommended by them to the Cabinet soon What is the Kirit Parikh committee? The committee was constituted last year (2022) to review the existing …
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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 ina your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways, etc. Source: The Hindu Context: According to the figures revealed by the Minister for New and Renewable Energy- only a fourth of the total sanctioned solar projects with a capacity of nearly 39,000 MW have been commissioned so far Factors ailing the solar energy …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Conservation, Energy Source: DTE Context: According to International Energy Agency (IEA), renewable energy will comprise 90 per cent of global electricity capacity expansion in the next five years and much of it will be in India. Reasons for such a spike: The first truly global energy crisis, triggered by …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Infrastructure- Energy Source: Indian Express Context: The government has tabled the Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2022 in the Lok Sabha and then referred it to the parliamentary standing committee on energy for wider consultation. Direction: Just go through it once. No need to make notes right now as it will undergo many …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Energy sector, environment conservation Source: TERI Context: TERI has released a roadmap for feasible pathways to achieve India’s decarbonization targets. Direction: Go through the points. Note down 1-2 unique points. No need to go into details or overthink such reports. India’s COP commitments (Fig.) Status of Renewables in India Key …
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GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Developments in Science and Technology. Context: The Union Government has constituted an expert panel to probe the recent series of battery explosions in electric vehicles (EVs). Reasons for the recent increase in demand for electric vehicles: Concern over climate change. Cost of Li-ion (Lithium-ion) battery technology has decreased. …
GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Infrastructure- Roadways. Context: In a thrust towards incentivising new age technologies and fulfil the pledged taken at COP26 to reduce its carbon emissions to net-zero by the year 2070, India is aggressively promoting the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs). Aim: India aims to switch 30 percent of private …
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