Source: ET Subject: Science and Technology Context: The International Space Station (ISS) is planned to be de-orbited in 2030 in a controlled re-entry over a remote ocean area, bringing an end to the longest-running era of continuous human presence in low Earth orbit. About The International Space Station (ISS): What it is? The ISS is …
Source: IE Context: Today, October 24, 2025, marks the celebration of United Nations Day and the 80th anniversary of the UN’s establishment. The day commemorates the entry into force of the UN Charter in 1945, reaffirming global commitment to peace, human rights, and sustainable development About United Nations (UN): What it is? The United Nations …
Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Q4. “The United Nations General Assembly’s creation of AI governance mechanisms is a milestone, but not a panacea”. Examine their likely effectiveness in mitigating AI risks. Also propose measures to enhance their legitimacy. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question United Nations …
Syllabus: Environment Source: IE Context: Delhi’s persistent air pollution crisis has highlighted the severe impact of air pollution on public health, the environment, and socio-economic conditions, emphasizing the urgency for collective measures to mitigate this issue. What is Air Pollution? Air pollution refers to the contamination of the atmosphere by harmful substances, such as gases, …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23 November 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: Argentina, under President Javier Milei’s leadership, is reconsidering its commitment to the Paris Agreement, citing philosophical disagreements and a re-evaluation of its climate strategies. About Paris Agreement: Adoption: Signed in 2015 by 195 countries to address global climate change. Goals: Limit global temperature rise to well below 2°C, with efforts to cap …
