e-SAKSHI Application Overview
Context: Recently, the Minister of State (Independent Charge) of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) launched the MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Intervention Dimensions of the Article: e-SAKSHI Application Overview: Key Benefits: MPLAD Scheme: MPLADS is an ongoing Central Sector Scheme which was launched in 1993-94. The Scheme enables the Members […]
Current Affairs Quiz 19 January 2024
Current Affairs 19 January 2024
CONTENTS Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Schemes Context: The central government has disbursed incentive amount of Rs 4,415 crore under its flagship Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes for as many as eight sectors. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme Update: Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme Overview: Performance Evaluation of PLI […]
PIB Summaries 19 January 2024
CONTENTS e-SAKSHI Application Context: Recently, the Minister of State (Independent Charge) of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) launched the MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Intervention Dimensions of the Article: e-SAKSHI Application Overview: Key Benefits: MPLAD Scheme: MPLADS is an ongoing Central Sector Scheme which was launched in […]
Static Quiz 19 January 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 January 2024
CONTENTS Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 Context: The recent Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) focuses on a crucial demographic segment essential for India’s demographic dividend – the 14-18-year-olds residing in rural areas. It validates a positive trend, indicating an encouraging increase in students progressing to secondary education. Relevance: GS2- Education Mains Question: […]
Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival
Context: The 9th edition of the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF), a state festival of Arunachal Pradesh, will take place at Seijosa in the Pakke Kessang district from January 18-20, 2024. Relevance: GS I: Festivals Dimensions of the Article: Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF): Inaugural Event: Objectives: Theme (2024): Pakke Tiger Reserve (PTR): Location: Ecological […]
About Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs)
Context: Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) succeed the incandescent bulbs and fluorescent lamps of previous centuries as the world’s light-source of choice. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs): Diode Basics: LED (Light-Emitting Diode): Advantages of LED: Energy Efficiency: Durability: Instant Illumination: Low Heat Generation: Environmental Impact: Applications of LEDs: […]
About Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
Context: Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, or the Prakash Parv of the tenth Sikh Guru, is celebrated on January 17 this year. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji About Guru Gobind Singh Ji Contributions -Source: Indian Express
Impact of PTSD on Brain Structure
Context: A recent study revealed that individuals diagnosed with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) exhibit notable reductions in both gray and white matter volume in the cerebellum. This structural change in the brain’s cerebellum may have implications for various cognitive functions and emotional responses among individuals dealing with PTSD. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the […]