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Places in news: ‘Mini Kaziranga’

Too many cattle are robbing the one-horned rhinos of Assam’s Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, referred to as ‘Mini Kaziranga’ for similar features, of their nutritious food. Try this PYQ: Q. Consider the following statements: Asiatic lion is naturally found in India only. Double-humped camel is naturally found in India only. One-horned rhinoceros is naturally found in… Continue reading Places in news: ‘Mini Kaziranga’

Healthcare in India & Pandemic

Pandemic has been ravaging the world in a way few could have imagined. It highlighted the flaws in our healthcare system. However, it also offers several important lessons for tackling future pandemics and healthcare emergencies. Where we stand after 1 year of pandemic About a year after the first cases were reported, we are in… Continue reading Healthcare in India & Pandemic

The rise of the AI economy

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the Indian economy. In the last few years, India made significant progress in its adoption. However, there are several areas India need to focus on to make the most of what AI offers. AI adoption and capacity building in India NITI Aayog’s national strategy for AI envisages… Continue reading The rise of the AI economy

Fortified rice in PDS

As the Odisha government is preparing to launch fortified rice in the Public Distribution System (PDS), some 100 activists have opposed the move. Q.What is Fortification of Food? Discuss its various advantages and limitations. What is Fortified Rice? Rice can be fortified by adding a micronutrient powder to the rice that adheres to the grains… Continue reading Fortified rice in PDS

Revised height of Mount Everest

Nepal and China jointly announced the new height of Mount Everest as 8,848.86 meters. 8,848 metres — the answer to one of the most widely popular quiz questions, and a number drilled into the minds of school students around the world for decades, is set for a revision. Mt. Everest Mount Everest or Sagarmatha, Earth’s… Continue reading Revised height of Mount Everest

[pib] Digital platform ‘CO-WIN’

A New Digital platform ‘CO-WIN’ is being used for COVID-19 Vaccine Delivery. Q.India’s first mass adult vaccination drive against COVID-19 is a difficult task. Explain. CO-WIN This user friendly mobile app for recording vaccine data is working as a beneficiary management platform having various modules. The platform will be used for recording vaccine data and… Continue reading [pib] Digital platform ‘CO-WIN’

Why Surge in FPI in India?

While emerging economies have been facing the crunch of foreign capital due to the pandemic, India is witnessing the surge of FPI: a sign of investors confidence in the economy.  Surge in FDI: Sign of trust India has built In the September quarter, FDI doubled year-on-year to $28.1 billion dollars. While foreign portfolio investor (FPI)… Continue reading Why Surge in FPI in India?

Investing in India’s youth

Significant progress has been made in India on the skill development front. However, there are many challenges that are needed to be tackled through policy measures and their effective implementation. The article deals with the issue. Progress in skill development in India Evidence shows that many people develop 21st-century skills on the job, or from… Continue reading Investing in India’s youth

Eco-ducts or Eco-bridges and their significance

Ramnagar Forest Division in Nainital district, Uttarakhand, recently built its first eco-bridge for reptiles and smaller mammals. Q.Discuss how Eco-ducts or eco-bridges provide the best alternative for wildlife connectivity which is disrupted because of manmade highways. Also, discuss various challenges in building such bridges. What are Eco-bridges? Eco-ducts or eco-bridges aim to enhance wildlife connectivity… Continue reading Eco-ducts or Eco-bridges and their significance

Who are the Tharu Tribals?

The Uttar Pradesh government has recently embarked upon a scheme to take the unique culture of its ethnic Tharu tribe across the world. The Terai or Tarai is a lowland region in northern India and southern Nepal that lies south of the outer foothills of the Himalayas, the Sivalik Hills, and north of the Indo-Gangetic… Continue reading Who are the Tharu Tribals?

Caste Census and associated issues

The Tamil Nadu government has decided to appoint a commission to formulate a methodology to collect caste-wise particulars of its population and use that to come up with a report. Q.India’s caste system is perhaps the world’s longest surviving social hierarchy. Critically analyse. The issue The Centre conducted a ‘Socio-Economic Caste Census’ (SECC) in 2011… Continue reading Caste Census and associated issues

New Parliament Building

PM would on December 10 lay the foundation stone for the new Parliament building, which would be a symbol of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” and a “temple of democracy” for Independent India. Try this MCQ first: Q.The architecture of the present Parliament House of India is inspired from: a) Ekattarso Mahadeva Temple b) Virupaksa Temple c) Dilwara… Continue reading New Parliament Building

Species in news: Red Sea Turtles

Turtle populations in the Red Sea could be turning overwhelmingly female because of a rise in sea temperatures caused due to anthropogenic climate change, a new study has showed. Try this PYQ: Q.Consider the following fauna of India: Gharial Leatherback turtle Swamp deer Which of the above is/are endangered? (a) 1 and 2 only (b)… Continue reading Species in news: Red Sea Turtles

What are Municipal Bonds?

Bonds issued by the Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) got listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. It’s the ninth city in the country to raise capital through municipal bonds. Find out the rest eight cities issuing Municipal Bonds in India. Do let us know in the comment box. What are Municipal Bonds? A municipal bond or… Continue reading What are Municipal Bonds?

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