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Mangrove Pitta Bird

April 2, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and Environment- Species in News, IUCN Status, HabitatMains: General Studies III- Environment, Biodiversity Mangrove Pitta Bird The first mangrove pitta bird census was conducted in two coastal districts of Odisha (Kendrapara and Jagatsingpur). About Mangrove Pitta Bird About Census Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements about Mangrove Pitta Bird1. It…
Indus Water Treaty

April 2, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies Paper I Indus Water Treaty Kishanganga Hydroelectric Project Dispute Resolution Mechanism Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements regarding Indus Water Treaty:1. Indus Water Treaty is a water distribution treaty between India and Pakistan brokered by United Nations2. The commission is required to meet at least…
Nano Urea

March 28, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies Paper I Nano Urea About Nano Urea Challenges Read more about Urea and Fertiliser consumption in India, click here Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements about the Nano Urea developed by the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) 1. It is a powered fertiliser 2.…
Earth Hour

March 27, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies Paper I Earth Hour About Earth Hour Chetan Bharat Learning is the best institute in Chandigarh for UPSC IAS ,PCS preparation. To know more about Chetan Bharat Learning’s Online & Classroom Courses, click on the following links:
30 year of Project Elephant

March 26, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and environmentMains: General Studies I 30 yrs. of Project Elephant About Project Elephant Status of Elephants in India About Asian Elephant About DNA Profiling India’s Initiatives : Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements about Project Elephant1. It was launched in 1992 by the Ministry of Environment & Forests.2. Its…
World Happiness Report 2023

March 25, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies I World Happiness Report 2023 Rankings Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements about world Happiness Report, 20231. It is released by UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network2. Denmark has been crowned as the happiest nation, followed by Finland. Which of the above given statements is/are correct?a)…
National Chambal Sanctuary

March 24, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies I National Chambal Sanctuary About National Chambal Sanctuary Illegal Sand Mining Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements about Gharials: 1.Gharials are endemic to the Indian sub-continent 2.They are generally found in freshwater 3. It has been listed as “Critically Endangered” by IUCN Which of…
International Day of Rivers

March 20, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies I (March 14) Significance India’s initiatives Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements:1. International Day of Rivers is celebrated on 14 March.2. The theme for this year is “Right of Rivers” Which of the above given statements is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and…
India – Australia Critical Minerals Investment Partnership

March 19, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies Paper I India – Australia Critical Minerals Investment Partnership Critical Minerals Indian Initiatives India-Australia Relations Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements:1. Copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, are some of the rare earth elements.2. Australia is the third largest producer of rare elements. Choose the incorrect statement/sa) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both1 and 2d)…
International Day of Forests

March 18, 2023

Important for Prelims: Geography and EnvironmentMains: General Studies Paper I 21 March India’s Forest status Practice Questions for Prelims Which Indian state has the largest area under forest cover?a) Madhya Pradeshb) Andhra Pradeshc) Odishad) Chhattisgarh Ans. a) Mains Practice Question Why is it important to improve the forest cover in the country? Chetan Bharat Learning…

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