UPSC Static Quiz – Geography : 9 May 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are …
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Source: TH Context: Over 1,100 people have been detained in Türkiye following mass protests sparked by the arrest of opposition candidate and Istanbul Mayor, causing widespread unrest across 55 provinces. About Türkiye (Turkey): Location: Türkiye is situated at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, acting as a bridge between both continents. Capital: The capital city …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19 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. …
Source: TH Context: A new, well-preserved coelacanth fossil has prompted a re-evaluation of how Earth’s geology drives evolution. What are Coelacanths? They are ancient deep-sea fish, believed to be extinct until rediscovered in 1938. They have been around for over 410 million years and are closely related to tetrapods. A newly discovered, well-preserved coelacanth …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18 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. …
Syllabus: Geography: Disaster Management Source: IE Context: Climate change is exacerbating global flooding by increasing the frequency and intensity of heavy rainfall. How does Climate change affect Global flooding? Rising temperatures enhance the atmosphere’s capacity to hold moisture, leading to more intense downpours. For instance, a 1.5°C increase in global temperatures could make heavy …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17 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 …
Source: TH Context: Jute production is projected to decline by 20% this year due to floods in West Bengal and Assam. Jute Industry in India India produces about 70% of the world’s jute goods. West Bengal contributes about 73% of this production. 90% of jute production is consumed locally. Opportunities Directly employs 0.37 …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13 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. …
Source: IE Context: Mumbai’s salt pans, critical natural ecosystems, are under threat as the government approved the transfer of 256 acres to the Dharavi Redevelopment Project for housing slum dwellers. These salt pans, spanning 5,378 acres in the city, help prevent flooding by accumulating rainwater and tidal inflows. Environmentalists argue that developing these lands will …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11 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. …
Syllabus: Geography Source: TH Context: A recent study reveals that declining Arctic sea ice affects Indian monsoon patterns. How does Arctic sea ice affect Indian monsoon patterns? Declining Arctic sea ice influences Indian monsoon patterns through changes in atmospheric circulation: Central Arctic Ice Reduction: Less sea ice leads to more heat being transferred …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 2 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. …
Source: TH Context: Cyclone Asna, which formed over the Kutch coast in Gujarat, moved towards Oman without causing a significant impact in the region. The cyclone, which originated from a deep depression, brought some rain and strong winds but caused no major damage or casualties.
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28 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. …
Source: Th Context: The Union Home Minister announced the creation of five new districts in Ladakh—Zanskar, Drass, Sham, Nubra, and Changthang—to improve governance. Currently, Ladakh has only two districts: Leh and Kargil. A committee will be formed to assess details such as boundaries and structures for the new districts. The decision follows demands for Statehood …
Source: Th Context: Frequent mass wasting in Tibet’s Sedongpu Gully, upstream of the Brahmaputra, has become a concern for India, especially the Northeast. Since 2017, warming and seismic activity have triggered landslides, adding millions of cubic meters of debris to the Yarlung Tsangpo River, posing a risk of river choking and flash floods downstream …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21 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. …
Source: IE Context: Recently a tragic incident where a luxury yacht off the coast of Sicily, Italy, sank during a violent storm, is possibly caused by a waterspout.
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12 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 …
