Tag: upsc preparation

  • The Debate on Cash Transfers

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan), Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima YojanaMains: General Studies Paper 3- Benefits of Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme, Issues Regarding Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme Context- The Rise of Cash Transfers in Indian Politics Arguments Against the Cash Transfer Policy: The Problematic Assumptions…

  • Zojila Pass

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Zojila PassMains: General Studies Paper 1 , 2 & 3- Geography of India , Polity and Governance , Security Issues , Economic Development . Context- The Zojila Pass is a strategically significant mountain pass located in the Indian-administered region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is part of the Srinagar-Leh…

  • Jadav Payeng ,  “Forest Man of India.”

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims:– Biodiversity and EnvironmentMains: General Studies Paper 3 – Conservation, Environmental Pollution, and Degradation Context- A person who is deeply committed to protecting nature and restoring forests can be called a “Forest Man.” This individual has dedicated their life to planting trees and reviving barren lands, creating thriving forests. Their…

  • Manmohan Singh: An Economist and Statesman

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Manmohan Singh . Reserve Bank of India, Right to Information, Padma Vibhushan, India–United States Civil Nuclear Agreement . Chief Economic Advisor . Mains: General Studies Paper 2 & 3- Governance .  Economic Reforms of 1991. Liberalization . Privatization . Globalization . Context- Personal Details Role of Manmohan Singh as Finance…

  • SHe-Box Portal

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: SHe-Box Portal. Mains: General Studies Paper 1 & 2- Society . Governance . Issues Related to Women . Context- The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development launched the SHe-Box portal. About SHe-Box Portal Key Features of the SHe-Box Portal: The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition…

  • U.N. Resolution on Crimes Against Humanity

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: U.N. Resolution on Crimes Against HumanityMains: General Studies Paper 2 – United State . International Relation . Context- The U.N. The General Assembly’s legal committee adopted a resolution to begin negotiations for a treaty on preventing and punishing crimes against humanity. U.N. resolution on Crimes Against Humanity – The…

  • India’s Path to “Viksit Bharat” by 2047

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Poverty . Human development Index . Hungry Index . SDG . World bank . LPG . Mains: General Studies Paper 3 – developed nation by 2047 . Vision India@2047, Aspects of Viksit Bharat, Key Considerations for India’s Development Beyond Economic Growth, Significance of Happiness-Induced Development model for India, Way to…

  • Indian PM Visit to Kuwait

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) . Gulf Region .Mains: General Studies Paper 2 – International Relation .Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Context- PM Narendra Modi is set to visit Kuwait on December 21-22, 2024. significance of Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Kuwait? India-Kuwait Bilateral Relations India and Kuwait share a strong and…

  • Anna Chakra

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Anna Chakra , India’s PDS System . One Nation One Ration Card Mains: General Studies Paper 3 – Food Security ,  Reforms in PDS System in India, Challenges Related to India’s Public Distribution System in India,  Measures can be Adopted to Enhance the Effectiveness of the PDS System.    Context-…

  • Dinga-Dinga virus spreads in Uganda

    Important for UPSC, State PCS Prelims: Dinga-Dinga virus . Mains: General Studies Paper -3 –Global Health Governance .Healthcare Policies for Emerging Diseases Context- Recently, a mysterious illness locally referred to as “Dinga Dinga”, has wreaked havoc in Uganda. Dinga Disease:  Way Forward for Dengue Disease Control: A multi-faceted, coordinated approach is key to reducing dengue…