Tag: current affairs for upsc

  • Lateral Entry In Civil Services

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: UPSC . NITI AYOG . OBCs . SC . ST Mains: General Studies 2 . Issue related Lateral Entry In Civil Services . Why in the news ? A recent UPSC advertisement for recruitment to 45 lateral entry posts of Secretary and Joint Secretary at the Centre was withdrawn . About…

  • Sea Level Rise

    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…

  • Divorced Muslim Woman’s Right to Maintenance under the CrPC

    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…

  • 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

    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…

  • G7 Summit 2024 – Navigating Through a Complex World

    G7 Summit 2024 – Navigating Through a Complex World

    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).…

  • Tiger Reserves of India

    Tiger Reserves of India

    Topics : GS-3, Environment, Biodiversity conservation, UPSC Prelims References https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/fifty-years-of-project-tiger-how-the-programme-saved-indian-tigers-8547213/ https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-illegal-mining-in-sariska-9339325/ https://ntca.gov.in/tiger-reserves/#tiger-reserves-2 India’s Tiger Conservation Plan India, home to the majestic Bengal Tiger, takes pride in its efforts to conserve this national treasure. The Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 serves as the foundation for the conservation of the tiger and their habitat. Creating Safe Havens:…

  • Election Commission of India

    Election Commission of India

    Explore the integral role of the Election Commission of India in upholding the democratic process. This blog post provides an in-depth overview of the ECI’s constitutional provisions, composition, and functions. Learn about the appointment, tenure, and removal process of the commissioners and understand how the ECI ensures free and fair elections in India.

  • Election Symbols in India

    Election Symbols in India

    Election Symbols in India Introduction Election symbols are vital. They introduce a political party to voters. Election Symbols in India establish the party or candidate’s identity. Over the years, symbols have caused “battles”. This happens when a political party splits. The Election Commission assigns each political party in India a unique electoral symbol. These symbols…

  • How ED attaches cash

    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.…