Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 17 May 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 17 May 2023 Contents High-quality clinical trials and Ayurveda and contemporary medicine Context In a much-welcomed move, the Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa, and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) have at last teamed up to conduct high-quality human clinical trials to […]
Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF)
Context The US recently proposed that advance notices of tariff changes and export restrictions be considered by the 14 member nations of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) -Source: The Hindu
New Alzheimer’s Drug: Donanemab
Context: Within a year, a second drug has been found effective in checking cognitive decline in people with early Alzheimer’s. Developed by the pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly, Donanemab was found to slow down cognitive decline by 35% when compared with a placebo in a phase III trial. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of […]
Unique Economic Offender Code
Context: The government plans to introduce a new mechanism whereby companies and individuals accused of economic offences will be assigned a unique code called the ‘Unique Economic Offender Code’. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Unique Economic Offender Code: An Overview Alpha-Numeric and System-Generated Code: Issuance of the Code: Linking the Code: […]
About The Carbon Dating Method
Context: Recently, the Allahabad High Court allowed the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct Carbon Dating of a ‘Shivling’ inside the Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Relevance: GS II: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What is carbon dating? What about non-living things? For example, Is there anything that cannot be dated? […]
Violation of Model Code of Conduct
Context: During the recently concluded Karnataka Assembly elections, there were potential instances of violations of the model code of conduct, particularly in relation to Sections 171(E) and 171(F) of the Indian Penal Code. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Details: Section 171(E): Punishment for Bribery in Elections Section 171(F): Undue Influence […]
Onset of Monsoon
Context: The arrival of monsoon over the Kerala coast will likely be delayed by a few days, the India Meteorological Department. Instead of its normal date of June 1, the monsoon is expected to arrive by June 4. Relevance: GS I- Indian Geography Dimensions of the Article: What does the “onset of monsoon” mean? Rainfall […]
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
Focus: GS II- Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? For giving fresh impetus to deliverables under the flagship Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana(PMMSY) seven major field studies are being carried out by the autonomous body, National Productivity Council (NPC). Major field studies would be undertaken in seven areas such as: About Pradhan Mantri Matsya […]
About The Meri LiFE
Focus: GS III: Environment and Ecology Why in News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has launched a mobile application called “Meri LiFE” (My Life) to mobilize youth for climate change ahead of World Environment Day on 5th June. About Meri LiFE app: Catalyzing a National Movement: Promoting LiFE-Related Tasks: The app encourages users to engage in a series of […]
Current Affairs Quiz 17 May 2023
