Environment Current Affairs for UPSC & Prelims

Joshimath

October 6, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography & EnvironmentMains: General Studies III, Paper IV Why in news? Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) National Institute of Hydrology (NIH) Report Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) Report ISRO’s stand What can be done to save Joshimath? Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements with respect to Joshimath: 1. Joshimath…
Cotton Production in India

September 22, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography & Environment Mains: General Studies I Cotton Production in India Why in news? Rapid Increase and Subsequent Decline in Cotton Production in India Decline Practice Questions for Prelims A state in India has the following characteristics:1. Its northern part is arid and semi-arid.2. Its central part produces cotton.3. Cultivation of cash…
GSI Discovers Lithium Resources in J&K

August 8, 2023

The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has made a groundbreaking discovery of lithium resources in J&K. Explore the implications of this find and its potential impact on India’s energy future. Impact on the Global Lithium Market The global demand for lithium is soaring, primarily driven by the rapid growth of the electric vehicle industry and…
Mangroves in India

July 31, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies I NEWS: W.B. government announces Mangrove Cell on International Day of Mangrove Ecosystem Mangroves in India Mangroves IMPORTANCE: Govt’s Initiatives: Practice Questions for Prelims Match the following pair of mangrove forests with respective states.1. Muthupet——————-i. Maharashtra2.Dharma———————ii. Kerala3.Kundalika-Revdanda—-iii. Andhra Pradesh4.Kannur———————–iv. Odisha5.Coringa———————-v. Tamil NaduChoose the correct statement/statements-a. 1- ii,…
Little Rann of Kutch

July 27, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and Environment; Places in NewsMains: General Studies I NEWS: Saltpan workers debarred from entering Little Rann write to Gujarat CM requesting state intervention Wild Ass Sanctuary: Practice Questions for Prelims Which one of the following is the best example of repeated falls in sea level, giving rise to present-day extensive marshland?…
Suspension of MPs

July 26, 2023

Important for Prelims: Indian PolityMains: General Studies II Suspension of MPs Rules of Procedure and Conduct: Lok Sabha Rule 373: Rule 374: Rule 374A: Rajya Sabha Rule 255: Rule 256: Terms of Suspension: Court’s Jurisdiction : Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements with reference to the suspension of MPs1. According to Rule 373…
Solar Mean Magnetic Field

July 1, 2023

Important for Prelims: Science & TechnologyMains: General Studies III What is in the News? What is it? Major Findings Practice Questions for Prelims The Sun Radio Interferometer Space Experiment (SunRISE) of NASA intends to study how the Sun1. generate gravitational waves2. creates and releases the giant solar particle storms a) Only 1b) Only 2c) All…
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana

June 27, 2023

Important for Prelims: SchemesMains: General Studies II; Government policies & intervention; Growth & Development; Food Processing Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana:1. It has two separate components- Central Sector & Centrally Sponsored2. India is the 3rd largest fish producing nation.3. India is the…
Face Authentication for PM-Kisan Scheme

June 25, 2023

Important for Prelims: GeographyMains: General Studies II, III ; Government schemes and intervention Face Authentication for PM-Kisan Scheme Benefits PM-KISAN Mobile App Mains Practice Question The objectives of PM KISAN are to increase rural consumption and aid struggling farmers. What all challenges can be faced by PM-KISAN? Examine. Chetan Bharat Learning is the best institute…
Yojana Summary June 2023

June 24, 2023

Topics Covered AYUSH AYUSH represents a comprehensive approach to healthcare that encompasses ancient wisdom and holistic healthcare practices. Yoga By promoting the practice of Yoga, India can build bridges between different cultures and develop greater understanding for diversity. Mission LiFE An India-led global mass movement to nudge individual and community action to protect and preserve…

Category: Geography & Environment