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China curbs graphite exports

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: Financial Times    Context: China has implemented export restrictions on certain graphite products, citing national security concerns, as part of its broader efforts to control critical mineral exports. China is the world’s largest producer of natural graphite, accounting for two-thirds of global supply. While Mozambique, Madagascar, and Brazil are …

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Explain in detail various landforms of glaciation and their significance. Analyse the threats posed by black carbon to glaciers?

Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography. 1. Explain in detail various landforms of glaciation and their significance. Analyse the threats posed by black carbon to glaciers? (250 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned …

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The Ring of Fire, also referred to as the Circum-Pacific Belt, is a path along the Pacific Ocean characterized by active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. Discuss the reasons for it.

Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography. 1. The Ring of Fire, also referred to as the Circum-Pacific Belt, is a path along the Pacific Ocean characterized by active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. Discuss the reasons for it. (250 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: Insights on India Why the question: The question is part of …

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