Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Climate Crisis, Global Warming, Coastal EcosystemsMains: General Studies Paper 3 Global Sea-level Rise Why in the News? ‘Sea level rise scenarios and inundation maps for selected Indian coastal cities’ titled report was published by a Bengaluru-based think tank, the Centre for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP). How climate change is…
Important for UPSC, State PCS For Prelims: Polity : Supreme court , Criminal procedure code , family court , Muslim women ( protection of right on divorce ) act 1986 For Mains: Protection of Rights on Divorce, Government policies and interventionsMains: General Studies Paper 2 Why in News? In the case of Mohd Abdul Samad v. the State…
Topic: GS-2, International Relations, Prelims Reference https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/pm-modi-first-trip-abroad-west-relations-reboot-c-raja-mohan-9385420/nce About G7 The Group of Seven (G7) is an international forum uniting major industrialized democracies: the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom. These countries convene annually to address pressing global issues like economic stability, international security, and emerging challenges like artificial intelligence (AI).…
Topic: GS-3, Resource Mobilisation, IRDAI PRELIMS IRDAI– An Introduction The Indian insurance sector has witnessed tremendous growth in recent years due to the establishment of the IRDAI – Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority. Established in 1999, IRDAI plays a pivotal role in safeguarding consumer interests and fostering a healthy insurance market in India. IRDAI was…
Topics: GS paper 2 International Relations, International organisations, prelims Headlines: North Altantic Treaty Organisation celebrates 75 years of Collective Defence. Reference https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/nato-at-75-purpose-members-challenges-9253642/ Introduction The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is a military alliance established in the aftermath of World War II. It stands as a cornerstone of collective defense in the Euro-Atlantic region, safeguarding member states…
Topics: GS-3, Environment and Biodiversity, UPSC Prelims, Geography References https://ntca.gov.in/about-us/#ntca About NTCA The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) is a government organization under the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change. Formed in 2006, the NTCA plays a vital role in strengthening tiger conservation across India. They monitor tiger populations, advise on conservation strategies, and…
Important for Prelims: PolityMains: General Studies II PM Modi spoke of returning Rs 3,000 crore attached by ED to West Bengal’s poor. How ED attaches cash Role of ED with the seized cash and gold: Process after seizure or attachment What happens if: Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements regarding Enforcement Directorate :1.…
Punjab PCS 2024: Exam date | Eligibility | Age limit | Pattern of exam | Syllabus In the journey towards cracking the Punjab Civil Services (PCS) exam conducted by the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), aspiring candidates often overlook a fundamental aspect of preparation: daily newspaper reading. Here’s why keeping up with the news is…
Important for Prelims: Geography; International RelationsMains: General Studies Paper II Katchatheevu Island, a small rocky islet in the Palk Strait, has been a subject of historical, political, and legal contention between India and Sri Lanka. Its strategic location and historical significance make it a crucial topic for candidates preparing for the UPSC exam. This article…
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