PIB Summaries 24 June 2022
CONTENTS Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Open Network for Digital Commerce Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Focus: GS I- Personalities in News Why in News? The Prime Minister has paid tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his Punya Tithi. About Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Shyama Prasad Mukherjee was born in a Bengali family on 6th July […]
Static Quiz 24 June 2022 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 June 2022
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 June 2022 Contents Towards a Single Low Tax Regime The role of caste in economic transformation Towards a Single Low Tax Regime Context The introduction of a uniform GST was a watershed moment in India since the country’s earlier regime of taxes and cesses. However, GST is still a complicated […]
What is Purple Revolution?
Focus: Prelims, GS-III: Agriculture (Technological advancements related to Agriculture) Why in News? Farmers in hilly areas of Jammu and Kashmir are switching from traditional farming to aroma crops like lavender in a big way. Also,“Purple Revolution” has shifted focus to Agri-tech StartUps. About Purple Revolution: The Purple or Lavender Revolution was launched in 2016 by […]
IND-INDO CORPAT
Focus: GS III- Security Challenges Why in News? The 38th edition of India–Indonesia Coordinated Patrol (IND-INDO CORPAT) between Indian Navy and Indonesian Navy is being conducted from 13-24 Jun 22. About CORPAT: The Maritime exercise between India and Indonesia will begin at Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Under the broad ambit of this strong maritime […]
High Inflation – ‘A Major Concern’
Context: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has said as “high inflation continues to be the major concern. Relevance: GS-III Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Points About Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Repo rate Reverse Repo rate Key Points: The Governor of RBI said that “high inflation continues to be the major […]
BRICS Business Forum
Context: Prime Minister of India recently addressed the BRICS Business Forum that was held ahead of 14th summit of BRICS. Relevance: GS II- Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests., GS III-Growth & Development Dimensions of the Article: Key Points What is BRICS? Key points: The Prime Minister while addressing […]
What is Cyber Attack and Cyber Security?
Context: Digital wearables, smartwatches and fitness trackers pose unique threats to the security and privacy of customer data, warned the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), a global outfit for technical professionals. Relevance: GS II- Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Key Points What is Cyber Attack and Cyber Security? Types of Cyber […]
Four New Corals Recorded From Indian Waters
Context: Scientists have recorded four species of corals for the first time from Indian waters. Relevance: GS-III: Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Dimensions in the Article: Key Points What are Coral Reefs? How do they feed themselves? Significance of Corals Key Points: New species of Corals were found off Andaman and Nicobar […]
Current Affairs Quiz 23 June 2022
