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In news: Greenland

Why in the News? US President-elect Donald Trump has once again expressed interest in buying Greenland, and Greenland has again stated it is not for sale. Why is the US so much interested in Greenland? Greenland is strategically located in the North Atlantic Ocean, between Europe and North America, and across the Baffin Bay from… Continue reading In news: Greenland

[27th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Tapping into Kazakhstan’s rare earths potential

PYQ Relevance: Q) A number of outside powers have entrenched themselves in Central Asia, which is a zone of interest to India. Discuss the implications, in this context, of India’s joining the Ashgabat Agreement, in 2018. (UPSC CSE 2018) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on ‘Central Asia’ (2018) and ‘distribution of minerals’ (2021).… Continue reading [27th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Tapping into Kazakhstan’s rare earths potential

Communist Party of India (CPI)

Why in the News? December 26, 2024, marks the 100th foundation day of the Communist Party of India (CPI). The CPI has played a pivotal role in India’s freedom struggle, social reforms, and political evolution. About the Communist Party of India (CPI) Reasons for Formation: Founded on December 26, 1925, at the Kanpur Conference, inspired… Continue reading Communist Party of India (CPI)

United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF)

Why in the News? UN Secretary-General paid tribute to Brigadier General Amitabh Jha of India, who died serving with the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) in the Golan Heights. About United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) The UNDOF is a peacekeeping mission established by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to oversee the implementation… Continue reading United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF)

The lapses in the Disaster Management Bill

Why in the News? The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, raises serious concerns. Instead of addressing the shortcomings of the Disaster Management Act (DMA), 2005, the Bill reduces opportunities for participation, accountability, and efficient governance. What are the lapses in the recent bill? Top-Down Terminology: The Bill employs terms like “monitor” and “guidelines,” which suggest… Continue reading The lapses in the Disaster Management Bill

[25th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Myth of meritocracy, caste-based disparities in IT sector

PYQ Relevance: Q) The caste system is assuming new identities and associational forms. Hence, caste system cannot be eradicated in India.” Comment. (UPSC CSE 2018) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on the ‘Right to Equality’ (2021) and ‘Multi-cultural Indian Society’ (2020). Oxfam India Report (2022) indicates that 97% of surveyed Dalits reported experiencing… Continue reading [25th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Myth of meritocracy, caste-based disparities in IT sector

The number of domestic migrants is estimated to have lowered by 12% since 2011: EAC-PM

Why in the News? A report by the PM’s Economic Advisory Panel (EAC-PM) indicates that the number of domestic migrants has decreased by approximately 12%, reaching 40.20 crore since 2011 census. Internal/Domestic migration refers to the movement of people within a country from one region to another. Reasons for Push factors: Lack of job opportunities,… Continue reading The number of domestic migrants is estimated to have lowered by 12% since 2011: EAC-PM

India’s ‘steel frame’ does need a check

Why in the News? The recent government initiatives, such as “Mission Karmayogi,” aimed at enhancing the capacity of civil servants, underscores the ongoing dialogue about reforming India’s “steel frame” of governance. What is the current state of India’s bureaucratic structure? India’s bureaucratic structure, particularly the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), often referred to as the “steel… Continue reading India’s ‘steel frame’ does need a check

In today’s India, can the Constitution protect individual dignity?

Why in the News? The SC has emphasized the importance of individual dignity within the context of Article 21 in several landmark cases.  Discussions around individual dignity have again gained traction, especially when former SC Justice Kurian Joseph emphasized that the Constitution prioritizes individual dignity, making it a vital topic for contemporary legal discourse. How… Continue reading In today’s India, can the Constitution protect individual dignity?

Species: Lion-Tailed Macaque

Why in the News? A new study highlights that increased food provisioning and habituation to human presence endanger the lion-tailed macaque, a endangered species found only in the Western Ghats of India. Roads crossing the macaque habitats in eight key locations—Anamalai Hills, Nelliyampathy, Nilambur Ghats, Sholayar, Gavi, Sabarimala, Vallimalai Hills, and Agumbe—have facilitated frequent human-animal… Continue reading Species: Lion-Tailed Macaque

Mitochondrial Genome (mtDNA)

Why in the News? Recent research indicates that age-related losses in our cell’s mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)—specifically, deletion mutations—could be a major driver of aging. These mutations, once they accumulate, reduce the mitochondrion’s ability to produce energy (ATP), causing cell and tissue dysfunction. What are Mitochondria? Mitochondria generate most of the cell’s energy (hence called the… Continue reading Mitochondrial Genome (mtDNA)

[24th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The GATT-ification of the World Trade Organization

PYQ Relevance: Q) What are the key areas of reform if the WTO has to survive in the present context of ‘Trade War’, especially keeping in mind the interest of India? (UPSC CSE 2018) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on topics like ‘WTO’ (2018) and ‘International Trading routes’ (2022). An Allianz Trade survey… Continue reading [24th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The GATT-ification of the World Trade Organization

UN Internal Justice Council (IJC)

Why in the News? Justice Madan B Lokur, retired judge of the Supreme Court of India, has been appointed as the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC). Justice Lokur’s Legacy: Justice Lokur served on the Supreme Court of India from June 2012 to December 2018, delivering landmark judgments across diverse areas of… Continue reading UN Internal Justice Council (IJC)

Mumps Vaccine

Why in the News? Tamil Nadu Government has requested the Centre to consider including the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine in the Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP) due to surge in the Mumps cases across the State. Tamil Nadu’s UIP currently offers 11 vaccines protecting against 12 vaccine-preventable diseases, including: Tuberculosis, diphtheria, pertussis, hepatitis B,… Continue reading Mumps Vaccine

India’s First Bio-Bitumen National Highway Inaugurated

Why in the News? India’s first bio-bitumen-based National Highway stretch was inaugurated on NH-44 in Mansar, Nagpur, Maharashtra by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. About Bio-Bitumen Bio-bitumen is a bio-based binder derived from renewable, sustainable sources such as: Vegetable oils, Crop stubble, Algae, Lignin (a component of wood), Animal manure. It serves as an alternative to… Continue reading India’s First Bio-Bitumen National Highway Inaugurated

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