Tag: UPSC Current Affairs
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Global Plastic Treaty Talks
Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-climate/global-plastic-pollution-treaty-9292563/ Why in the news? Background United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA): Aspect Description Creation Established in June 2012 by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 67/213 Purpose To serve as the highest-level global environmental decision-making body within the United Nations system Functions – Sets global environmental policies and priorities – Provides guidance…
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Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT)
Why in the news? On Friday, April 26, the Supreme Court of India dismissed the plea for 100% verification of Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) in Indian elections. Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/everyday-explainers/supreme-court-rejects-vvpat-elections-case-9291828/ Evolution of voting in India What are Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs)? How does the verification process work? EVM and VVPAT Feature…
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Minimum Support Price (MSP)
Ref: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/watch-what-is-minimum-support-price/article67894764.ece Introduction: Recently, farmer groups have requested a legal assurance for the procurement of crops at Minimum Support Price (MSP). Minimum support price (MSP) was introduced in 1966-67 as part of agricultural reforms by the Central Government. Need for MSP How Does the Government Decide on the MSP? Three Kinds of Production Cost: Legal…
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UK’s Rwanda Plan
Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/uks-rwanda-bill-why-its-a-solution-that-doesnt-work-9289157/ Why in the news? What is Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill? Need: Key Elements of the Act: Addressing Legal Challenges: Implications and Controversy: UK Government’s Policy on Rwanda: Criticism of UK’s Rwanda Plan: Intervention: In 2022, the ECHR halted the departure of the first plane destined for Rwanda, raising legal concerns.
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INDIAN OCEAN DIPOLE
Indian Ocean Dipole
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Llama 3
Ref: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-sci-tech/what-is-llama-3-metas-most-sophisticated-and-capable-large-language-model-9280994/ Introduction: Llama, also known as Large Language Model Meta AI, represents a series of LLMs (Large Language Models). Unveiled by Meta AI in February 2023. Initially, Llama debuted in four variations: 7B, 13B, 33B, and 65 billion parameters. Parameters indicate the size and complexity of an AI model, with higher numbers suggesting greater sophistication…
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ELECTORAL BONDS
What are Electoral Bonds? Electoral Bonds Scheme Reasons for Supreme Court’s Decision Suggestions for Electoral Funding in India Conclusion
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Israel’s Iron Dome
IRON DOME Ref :https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-how-israels-iron-dome-intercepts-rockets-7312743/ About Iron Dome Working THAAD USA S400 Russia
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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.
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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…
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