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Sulawesi Cave Paintings

A team of archaeologists in Indonesia has discovered what may be the world’s oldest known cave painting dating back to more than 45,000 years. Try this PYQ: Q.There are only two known examples of cave paintings of the Gupta period in ancient India. One of these is paintings of Ajanta caves. Where is the other… Continue reading Sulawesi Cave Paintings

Covid-19 vaccine policy

The article explains the challenge in the vaccination program for the Covid-19 vaccine. Issue of lack of data about the vaccine In the COVID vaccine roll out, there is no clear data for either of the two vaccines proposed for use in the programme. We do not know if they provide protection for life, for… Continue reading Covid-19 vaccine policy

Mutual Funds Risk-o-Meter

The capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has made it mandatory for mutual funds to assign a risk level to schemes, based on certain parameters. Try this PYQ: Q.Which of the following is issued by registered foreign portfolio investors to overseas investors who want to be part of the Indian stock… Continue reading Mutual Funds Risk-o-Meter

[pib] IAF to induct LCA Tejas

The Union Cabinet has approved procurement of 73 LCA Tejas Mk-1A fighter aircraft and 10 LCA Tejas Mk-1 Trainer aircraft for Indian Air Force. Try this PYQ from CSP 2018: Q.What is “Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)”, sometimes seen in the news? (a) An Israeli radar system (b) India’s indigenous anti-missile programme (c) An… Continue reading [pib] IAF to induct LCA Tejas

Paternity Leave in India

Indian cricket captain has opted for paternity leave amidst an ongoing tournament. This has led to his criticism as well as praise for prioritizing family. Q.Paternity leave is one of the solutions which can help in ending the “motherhood penalty”.  Examine with context to working mothers. What is Paternity leave? Paternity leave is a short… Continue reading Paternity Leave in India

[pib] Khadi Prakritik Paint – India’s first cow dung paint

Union Minister for MSMEs has launched an innovative new paint called Khadi Prakritik Paint – India’s first cow dung paint It is very unlikely that an MCQ will be asked in Prelims. However one must know this from mains perspective. Khadi Prakritik Paint It is developed by Khadi and Village Industries Commission at his residence.… Continue reading [pib] Khadi Prakritik Paint – India’s first cow dung paint

Progression to electric vehicles: Challenges and opportunities for India

Article highlight India’s preparedness for the faster adoption of electric vehicles and steps taken by the government in this direction. Why electric mobility matters for India It is important for India because such vehicles are sustainable and profitable in the long term. Reducing dependence on crude oil will save the government money, reduce carbon emissions,… Continue reading Progression to electric vehicles: Challenges and opportunities for India

National Mission on Quantum Technology and Applications (NM-QTA)

The detailed project report for a National Mission on Quantum Technology and Applications (NM-QTA) has been drawn out and finalised. Q.Discuss various applications of quantum technology for strategic and economic development. Story so far In last year’s budget session, it was proposed that â‚ą8,000 crores be set aside to develop quantum science and technology. The… Continue reading National Mission on Quantum Technology and Applications (NM-QTA)

Mukundpura CM2

An asteroid which made its landfall in Mukundpura village near Jaipur has been named after the same village and is under the study of Geological Survey of India, Kolkata. Try this question from CSP 2014: Q.What is a coma, in the content of astronomy? (a) Bright half of material on the comet (b) Long tail… Continue reading Mukundpura CM2

Improving the diet of low income households to address malnutrition

The article suggests the ways to deal with the menace of malnutrition in the country. Findings of the first phase of NFHS-5 Recently, the first phase of the NFHS-5 survey was published. The deteriorating nutrition and anaemia indicators, especially among children is a cause for concern. More deterioration in nutrition indicators following the COVID-19 pandemic… Continue reading Improving the diet of low income households to address malnutrition

Salary to women for domestic work

Recently, a political party promised salaries to housewives as a part of its electoral campaign in Tamil Nadu. This led to the debate on the issue. The article deals with the issue. Salary for housework: Historical background Demand for wages against housework was first raised at the third National Women’s Liberation conference in Manchester, England.… Continue reading Salary to women for domestic work

Payment banks

The article highlights the important role Payment Banks could play in furthering the financial inclusion in India. Financial inclusion and challenges Interventions, especially the JAM trinity—Jan Dhan accounts, Aadhaar and Mobile phones—have accelerated digital and financial inclusion in India. Four of every five Indian adults have a registered bank account. Financial inclusion is not only… Continue reading Payment banks

World Food Price Index

World food prices rose for a seventh consecutive month in December 2020, with all the major categories, barring sugar, said the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (UN-FAO). Try this PYQ: Q.Which one of the following is not a sub-index of the World Bank’s ‘Ease of Doing Business Index’? (CSP 2019) (a) Maintenance of law… Continue reading World Food Price Index

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