PIB Summaries 30 November 2022
CONTENTS Government E-Marketplace Focus: GS II- Government policies and Intervention Why in News? The GeM platform crosses Rs. 1 Lakh crore Gross Merchandise value for the financial year 2022-2023. About Government e-Marketplace (GeM) Nodal: Ministry of Commerce and Industry The following are the objectives of the online platform: Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Policy Framework […]
Static Quiz 30 November 2022 (Polity)
India’s Transition to Green Energy
Context Relevance GS Paper – 3: Issues Relating to Development, Growth & Development, Renewable Energy, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Mains Question Examine the current state of India’s energy sector and propose novel ways for the country to transition to green energy. (150 Words) What exactly is Green Energy? What are the Energy Sector Challenges in India? […]
India – Egypt Relations
Context Relevance GS Paper 2- International relations, Bilateral relations Mains Question India must reconsider its strategic convergence with the United States, as the United States’ foreign policy in the Middle East affects India’s interests. Comment. (250 words) Egypt – India Background of Bilateral Relationship: Bilateral trade • Economic Relations India’s wheat export Courses in Defense […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 November 2022
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 November 2022 Contents India – Egypt Relations Context Relevance GS Paper 2- International relations, Bilateral relations Mains Question India must reconsider its strategic convergence with the United States, as the United States’ foreign policy in the Middle East affects India’s interests. Comment. (250 words) Click Here To Read More: India […]
What is Bluebugging?
Context: Cybersecurity experts note that apps that let users connect smartphones or laptops to wireless earplugs can record conversations, and are vulnerable to hacks through a process called Bluebugging. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What is Bluebugging? Preventive Measures: -Source: Indian Express
Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) C54
Context: Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) C54 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: What are the Satellites Launched? Nano Satellite-2 for Bhutan (INS-2B): EOS-6: Anand: Astrocast: Thymbolt Satellites: What are the launch […]
What is Rare Earths Minerals?
Context: To counter India’s reliance on China for imports of critical rare earth minerals, industry has urged the government to establish ‘India Rare Earths Mission’. Relevance: GS-I: Geography (Distribution of Key Natural Resources, Mineral & Energy Resources), GS Paper-II: International Relations (India and its Neighborhood) Dimensions of the Article: What are REMs? Strategic importance of […]
Registration of Birth and Death (RBD) Act, 1969
Context: Recently, the Union Home Ministry proposed amendment to the Registration of Birth and Death (RBD) Act, 1969. The bill will be introduced in the winter session of parliament. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: What changes are being proposed? Need for the Amendments About Registration of Birth and Death […]
Kerala’s SilverLine Project
Context: In view of the inordinate delay in getting the final approval for the SilverLine project from the Centre, the Kerala government has decided to redeploy the revenue officials deputed for land acquisition for the project in 11 districts to other essential projects. Relevance: GS-III: Industry and Infrastructure (Infrastructure- Roads, Railways etc.) Dimensions of the […]