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Arittapatti Biodiversity Heritage Site

Why in the News? The Tamil Nadu CM has requested the Prime Minister to cancel the tungsten mining rights in Madurai, citing concerns for the Arittapatti biodiversity heritage site. About Arittapatti Biodiversity Heritage Site: Details • First BHS in Tamil Nadu. • Notified for its ecological and historical significance. Geological Features • Surrounded by a… Continue reading Arittapatti Biodiversity Heritage Site

[pib] India and ADB sign $98 million loan to promote Plants Health management

Why in the News? The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $98 million loan to support the Building India’s Clean Plant Programme. Aims and Objectives The $98 million loan focuses on improving horticulture crop farmers’ access to certified disease-free planting materials. The primary aim is to boost the yield,… Continue reading [pib] India and ADB sign $98 million loan to promote Plants Health management

[pib] National AYUSH Mission (NAM)

Why in the News? The National AYUSH Mission (NAM) is an important Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at promoting and developing the AYUSH systems of medicine across the country. In addition to NAM, Central Sector Schemes like the AYURSWASTHYA Yojana and the AYURGYAN Scheme play a crucial role in advancing the mission’s objectives About AYURGYAN and… Continue reading [pib] National AYUSH Mission (NAM)

[29th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Armed insurrection to parliamentary politics

PYQ Relevance:Q) Analyse the multidimensional challenges posed by external state and non-state actors, to the internal security of India. Also discuss measures required to be taken to combat these threats. (UPSC CSE 2021) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have previously focused on ‘internal security’ as well as ‘external impacts on the political security’ of India (in… Continue reading [29th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Armed insurrection to parliamentary politics

DIGITAL EDUCATION/E-LEARNING

DIGITAL EDUCATION: It is a method of delivering educational information through the Internet and digital platforms. It is the process of sharing knowledge through various channels such as e-books, CDs, webinars and more. It is flexible and self-paced and suited for distance learning.e-Education has revolutionized the conventional method of chalk and board style of learning… Continue reading DIGITAL EDUCATION/E-LEARNING

EDUCATION IN INDIA

Previous Years Questions 2022-The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 remains inadequate in promoting incentive-based systems for children’s education without generating awareness about the importance of schooling. Analyze. (15M) 2020- National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient the education… Continue reading EDUCATION IN INDIA

[pib] Conservation and Maintenance Work of Protected Monuments

Why in the News? Conservation and maintenance work are being carried out at following places in Karnataka by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI): Key Facts Hoyasaleshwara Temple • Located in Halebidu, Karnataka. • Built in the 12th century during the Hoysala dynasty under King Vishnuvardhana. • Dedicated to Lord Shiva. • Famous for its… Continue reading [pib] Conservation and Maintenance Work of Protected Monuments

[pib] Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF)

Why in the News? The Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF) has been established to support the development of urban infrastructure in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. About Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF): Details What is it? • Established (budget speech for Financial Year 2023-24) to utilize priority sector lending shortfall for financing urban infrastructure projects. •… Continue reading [pib] Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF)

[pib] Salient Features of AMRUT 2.0

Why in the News? The Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0 is a scheme launched on October 1, 2021 continues to make strides towards transforming Indian cities into self-reliant and water-secure urban areas. Back2Basics: Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) It is a flagship urban development scheme launched in June… Continue reading [pib] Salient Features of AMRUT 2.0

The Copyright Act, 1957

Why in the News? The ongoing copyright dispute between actors Dhanush and Nayanthara highlights the complexities of copyright law and its potential misuse in the film industry. What is the dispute? The case revolves around South Indian actor Dhanush suing actress Nayanthara for using excerpts from their 2015 film in a biopic without his consent.… Continue reading The Copyright Act, 1957

[UPSC Webinar] By Nishith Sir, Faculty, Samachar Manthan | Most Effective Plan for UPSC Current Affairs (2026) | Learn How Rankers Follow Only One Source for CA (Prelims + Mains) | Join on 30th November 2024 at 7:00 PM

Register for the session to get complete UPSC Current Affairs preparation plan and strategy Read about Nishith Sir’s UPSC Current Affairs Webinar A single source for current affairs should cover both Prelims and Mains while addressing key parts of the static syllabus. Aspirants often struggle with incomplete static portions in areas like Governance and International… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Nishith Sir, Faculty, Samachar Manthan | Most Effective Plan for UPSC Current Affairs (2026) | Learn How Rankers Follow Only One Source for CA (Prelims + Mains) | Join on 30th November 2024 at 7:00 PM

[28th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Schooling in India in times of poor air quality

PYQ Relevance: Q) Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata are the three Megacities of the country but air pollution is a much more serious problem in Delhi as compared to the other two. Why is this so? (UPSC CSE 2015) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have previously ‘constitutionalization of environmental problems’ (in 2022), and ‘pollution control and management’… Continue reading [28th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Schooling in India in times of poor air quality

The right to work deleted

Why in the News? The implementation guidelines for MGNREGA are outlined in Master Circulars issued by the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) annually or biennially. Mahatma Gandhi NREGA provides a number of legal entitlements to the job seekers through a series of provisions in the Act. While the Act makes provision for at least 100… Continue reading The right to work deleted

Trump to impose ‘additional’ tariff on China

Why in the News? President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to impose tariffs on the United States’ three largest trading partners—Canada, Mexico, and China—once he assumes office. What specific tariffs is Trump proposing on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico? 25% Tariff on Imports: President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on… Continue reading Trump to impose ‘additional’ tariff on China

How ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ were inserted in the Preamble, why SC ruled they will stay?

Why in the News? Nearly 75 years after the adoption of the Constitution of India, the Supreme Court reaffirmed (on 25th Nov’ 24) the inclusion of the terms ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ in the Preamble of the Constitution. What historical context led to the insertion of the terms ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ in the Preamble? The Objectives… Continue reading How ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ were inserted in the Preamble, why SC ruled they will stay?

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