Poverty Trafficking in Bengal Linked to Climate Change
Context: Human trafficking continues to be a significant policy challenge in West Bengal, particularly in regions like the Sundarbans, where socio-environmental vulnerabilities are exacerbated by climate change. Relevance:GS 2 (Social Issues), GS 3 (Climate Change) Climate Change and Trafficking Connection: Data and Trends: Exploitation by Traffickers: Conviction Rates: Call for Integrated Interventions:
Current Affairs Quiz 03 January 2025
Current Affairs 03 January 2025
Content: Poverty, Trafficking in Bengal Linked to Climate Change Context: Human trafficking continues to be a significant policy challenge in West Bengal, particularly in regions like the Sundarbans, where socio-environmental vulnerabilities are exacerbated by climate change. Relevance:GS 2 (Social Issues), GS 3 (Climate Change) Climate Change and Trafficking Connection: Data and Trends: Exploitation by Traffickers: […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 January 2025
Content: Remembering the Impactful Legacy of Wise Leadership Context: The period 2004-14 under Manmohan Singh’s leadership saw a phase of unprecedented economic growth and poverty reduction, but the gains have been reversed post-2015 due to several factors. Relevance: GS 2(Governance), GS 4( Leadership ) Practice Question: Discuss the impact of macroeconomic policies implemented during 2004-14 […]
PIB Summaries 03 January 2025
Content: Nano-formulation of Darkness Hormone Could Be Therapeutic Solution for Parkinson’s Disease Context : Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, have developed a nano-formulation of melatonin, a hormone produced in response to darkness. This nano-formulation has demonstrated improved antioxidative and neuroprotective properties and could be a potential therapeutic solution for […]
Static Quiz 03 January 2025 (Geography)
Four UN Environmental Summits Fell Short in 2024
Context: In 2023, four key UN summits on biodiversity, climate change, land degradation, and plastic pollution failed to achieve meaningful outcomes, posing a setback to global environmental initiatives. Relevance: GS 3 (Environment) Divergent National Interests: Lack of Consensus: Global Crises Distract Action: Fragmented Efforts and Trust Issues: Rebuilding Momentum: Need for Collective Global Action:
SpaDeX first of many as ISRO prepares for Chandrayaan-4
Context: ISRO is gearing up for the Chandrayaan-4 mission, aiming to bring lunar soil samples back to Earth. The mission involves preparatory space-docking experiments. Relevance: GS 3 (ISRO) C60 Mission and SpaDeX: Chandrayaan-4 Mission: Future Space Plans: Significance of Docking Technology:
Centre, States Roped in 54,800 to Monitor Online Content
Context: Relevance:GS 3 (Internal Security) Launch and Objective: Volunteer Statistics: Volunteer Actions: Criticism:
Report FCRA Violations by NGO
Context:The Union Home Ministry’s new notification requires chartered accountants to certify if NGOs have violated the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) when filing audit returns. Relevance: GS Paper 2 (Governance) Highlights New Requirements for Chartered Accountants (CAs) Audit Certificate Details Impact on NGOs Background Context Conclusion The Ministry’s notification increases scrutiny of NGOs’ use of foreign contributions, adding […]