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Finance Commission & Its Critical Task 

Syllabus: GS2/ Polity and Governance  In Context Finance Commission 16th Finance Commission – Terms of Reference– The Finance Commission shall make recommendations as to the following matters, namely:a. The distribution between the Union and the States of the net proceeds of taxes which are to be, or may be, divided between them and the allocation […]

Headlines of the Day 05-12-2023

PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Mint, AIR Headline Source Syllabus Key points to know Cyclone Michaung The Hindu: (Page 1) Geography (GSI) – What is Cyclone Michaung?– How Cyclones are formed? Its impact and preventions ‘Crime in India’ report The Hindu: (Page 2) Social Issues (GS1) / Governance (GSII) – What are the key findings […]

Daily Current Affairs 04-12-2023

Crime in India Report 2023: NCRB Syllabus: GS2/Governance In News About Findings of the Report About National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)– NCRB is responsible for collecting and analyzing crime data as well as maintaining national databases related to crime and criminals. – It was established in 1986 based on the recommendations of the National Police Commission […]

India & Disability Inclusion

Syllabus: GS2/ Health, Management of Social Sector, Government Policies & Interventions, Issues related to development of social sector involving healthcare etc In Context About disability – Data Challenges Challenge of Disability in Rural India Suggestions The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016:  The SPARK Project1. The ILO and the International Fund for Agricultural Development […]

Headlines of the Day 04-12-2023

PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Mint, AIR Headline Source Syllabus Key points to know International Maritime Organisation (IMO) PIB International Organisations – What is the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)?– Its roles and responsibilities Dr Rajendra Prasad birth anniversary PIB Personalities – What are the contributions of Dr Rajendra Prasad in the freedom struggle of India? […]

Improving the Capability of the Indian State 

Syllabus: GS2/ Polity and Governance  In Context Position of Indian states & Civil governance  Challenges Suggestions Way Ahead Daily Mains Question[Q] Analyse the role of Indian states in the development trajectory of India. What are the limitations & challenges for the states at the political and policy level?

Daily Current Affairs 02-12-2023

Gender-Related Killings of Women and Girls (Femicide/Feminicide) Syllabus: GS1/Society In News About Major Findings UN Recommendations for Action Against Femicide  Violence Against Women in India Steps Taken by Government of India Against Femicide Source: TH 91st Interpol General Assembly Syllabus:GS3/Security News Key Highlights What is Interpol? Governance of Interpol India’s record Interpol Notices  Source:IE ILO […]

Headlines of the Day 02-12-2023

PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Mint, AIR Headline Source Syllabus Key points to know Hornbill Festival AIR Culture – What is the significance of the Hornbill Festival?– Key facts related to the Great Hornbill Methotrexate (MTX) PIB Science and Technology / Health   – What is Methotrexate (MTX)?– Its uses, concerns and the way forward Codex […]

Daily Current Affairs 01-12-2023

First-ever Auction for Critical Minerals  Syllabus: GS2/Government Policies and Interventions, GS3/ Economy Context About What are Critical Minerals? Significance of Critical Minerals Recent Developments– Through an amendment in the MMDR Act, 24 minerals were notified as Critical and Strategic minerals. a.Antimony,Arsenic,Barium,Beryllium,Bismuth,Boron,Chromium,Cobalt,Copper,Gallium,Germanium,Graphite,HafniumIndium,Lithium,Magnesium,Molybdenum,Niobium,Nickel,Platinum Group Metals (PGMs),Rare Earth Elements (REEs),Rhenium,Selenium and Silicon.– The amendment confers the power to grant […]

Fleet Electrification to Tackle Urban Pollution

Syllabus: GS3/ Conservation/Environmental Pollution & Degradation In Context Urban Pollution in India Challenges Suggestions Advantages of Electric Vehicles Challenges of Electric Vehicles  – Lower operating costs: Electric vehicles have lower fuel costs and require less maintenance than traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.– Environmental benefits: EVs produce zero emissions and can significantly reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas […]