Current Affairs Quiz 19 August 2023
Current Affairs 19 August 2023
CONTENTS Vishwakarma Yojana & Lakhpati Didi Scheme Context: In the recent Independence Day address, the Prime Minister unveiled two significant initiatives aimed at empowering artisans and women’s self-help groups (SHGs) across India. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Vishwakarma Yojana: Empowering Artisans and Craftsmen Key Features: Recognition and Identity: Financial Support: Budget Allocation: Skill Training […]
PIB Summaries 19 August 2023
CONTENTS Floodwatch App Context: Recently, the Chairman of Central Water Commission (CWC) launched the mobile application, “FloodWatch. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Floodwatch App: Enhancing Flood Preparedness Key Features: Real-time Flood Situation: Flood Monitoring and Forecasting: Location-specific Forecast: Utilizing Advanced Technologies: Importance: User-friendly Interface: Central Water Commission: Key Facts […]
Static Quiz 19 August 2023 (Environment)
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Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 August 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 August 2023 Contents India-Japan Semiconductor Collaboration: Supply Chains and Innovation Context In a significant milestone, India and Japan have teamed together to form a strategic partnership in the semiconductors industry in July 2023. This alliance focuses on fostering innovation and talent development within the semiconductor ecosystem while also aiming to […]
About The In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Context: In a first, Goa has become the first Indian state to offer free in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) IVF Process: Variations and Factors: Applicability of IVF: IVF is beneficial for treating infertility in various cases, including: -Source: The Economic Times
About SAMUDRA App
Context: Recently, Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) launched a new mobile application called SAMUDRA for seafarers and the fishing community. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About SAMUDRA App: Key Features: Importance: Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services -Source: The Hindu
About The Matti Banana
Context: The Matti banana variety, native to Kanniyakumari district was recently granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Matti Banana: A Unique Variety Matti banana is a distinctive type of banana found in Kanniyakumari, known for its distinct qualities due to the region’s specific climate and soil […]
MoEF&CC’s U-turn to Merge Four Environmental Bodies
Context: In June, the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) issued a notification reversing its earlier decision to merge four important bodies – National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), Forest Survey of India (FSI), Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), and Central Zoo Authority (CZA). Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: […]