Category: General Studies

  • Countervailing Duty and Anti-dumping Duty

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: EconomyMains: General Studies Paper 2, Paper 3 Countervailing duty (CVD) and Antidumping duty (ADD) in the international trade play crucial roles in safeguarding domestic industries from unfair trade practices. Why in the news? https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/dgtr-recommends-anti-dumping-duty-on-sodium-cyanide-imports/article68042916.ece https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/why-the-european-commission-imposed-provisional-anti-dumping-duties-on-indian-optical-fiber-cable-makers-explained/article68315717.ece Countervailing Duty (CVD) Government of the importing country impose countervailing duty on imported goods…

  • Nalanda University

    Nalanda University

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Ancient History, Current AffairsMains: General Studies Paper 1 Why in news? https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/as-a-new-campus-rises-at-an-ancient-site-the-story-of-nalanda-9403090/ Reviving the Legacy: Nalanda University Nalanda University stands as a beacon of India’s rich intellectual heritage and a testament to the India’s profound influence on the world’s scholarly pursuits. Nalanda University was located in Bihar was a…

  • Direct Seeding of Rice

    Important for UPSC, State PCS, Punjab PCS Prelims: GS Paper 1, Geography, Agriculture, EnvironmentMains: General Studies GS Paper 1, GS Paper 3 Why in news? https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/direct-seeding-rice-punjab-9395604/ What is Direct seeding of Rice? Direct seeding is a crop establishment system wherein rice seeds are sown directly into the field, as opposed to the traditional method of…

  • MERCY PETITION

    MERCY PETITION

    Important for: UPSC and State PCS exams Prelims: President, Powers of PresidentMains: General Studies Paper 2 Why in news? President Droupadi Murmu has declined the mercy petition of Mohammed Arif, convicted for the 22 December, 2000 terrorist attack at the Red Fort, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including two Army jawans. Reference https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/red-fort-case-standards-for-awarding-death-presidents-mercy-power-9391493/…

  • Swami Vivekananda

    Swami Vivekananda :The Monk Who Ignited Hinduism on the World Stage Swami Vivekananda’s contributions continue to inspire and guide individuals in their spiritual, social, and national pursuits, leaving a lasting impact on humanity. Topics GS 1- Modern History, GS 4 Ethics, Essay Headlines PM Modi performs Dhyan & Yoga at Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial in…

  • Right To Education Act 2009

    Right to Education Act (RTE) in India: Ensuring Free and Quality Education for All Children Introduction The Right to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, guarantees every child between the ages of 6 and 14. The right to free and quality elementary education in a formal school. This act aims to promote universal access…

  • MSMEs in India

    MSMEs in India

    Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/msmes-are-not-paid-on-time-they-need-to-be-9312221/ Introduction India’s economy relies heavily on the MSME sector, which encourages entrepreneurship and generates employment with minimal investment. It complements larger industries as ancillary units, contributing to inclusive industrial growth. However, the MSME sector faces challenges like limited access to finance, slow technology adoption, and struggles to compete globally. What are MSMEs?…

  • Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

    Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

    Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/business/permanent-deletion-transactions-e-rupee-anonymous-shaktikanta-das-9312058/ Why in the news? Governor Shaktikanta Das said that permanent deletion of transactions can make the e-rupee or Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) become anonymous and make it at par with paper currency. What is Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)? A fiat currency is a national currency that is not pegged to…

  • Anti- Dumping Duty

    Anti- Dumping Duty

    Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/business/economy/govt-clamps-down-on-dumping-from-china-over-1-3rd-anti-dumping-duties-levied-in-cases-with-sole-or-two-producers-since-fy22-9310194/ Why in the news? The government tightens restrictions on imports from China. More than a third of anti-dumping tariffs imposed in cases involving only one or two manufacturers since the fiscal year 2022. What is Anti-Dumping Duty? What is Countervailing duty (CVD)?

  • Article 361-Constitutional Immunity to the Governor

    Article 361-Constitutional Immunity to the Governor

    Ref : https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/is-the-west-bengal-governor-immune-from-criminal-prosecution-amid-sexual-harassment-allegations-explained/article68144687.ece Why in the news? A worker at the Raj Bhavan in Kolkata has accused West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose of sexual harassment. The Woman lodged a complaint at the Hare Street police station in Kolkata. Article 361 of the Constitution provides immunity to the Governor against criminal prosecution. What is Article…

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