Static Quiz 16 January 2026 (Geography)
Q1. With reference to Tropical Evergreen Vegetation in India, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A. 1 onlyB. 1 and 2 onlyC. 1, 2 and 3D. 2 and 3 only Correct Answer: B Explanation: Q2. Which of the following tree species are characteristic of Tropical Evergreen Forests? A. Rubber, […]
INS Kaudinya Voyage to Muscat
Why in News ? Relevance What is INS Kaudinya? Historical & Civilisational Significance Ancient Indian Ocean Trade Muscat’s Importance Strategic & Geopolitical Relevance Maritime Diplomacy Cultural Diplomacy Technological & Knowledge Dimension Indigenous Knowledge Systems Security & Naval Dimension Cultural & Educational Value Challenges & Critiques Way Forward Coastal community engagement. Institutionalise maritime heritage diplomacy through: Joint research with […]
Ganga Biodiversity Recovery: Fish Species & Gharials
Why in News ? Relevance Fish Diversity (Freshwater Biodiversity) Gharial Status (Flagship Indicator Species) What Explains the Recovery? Governance & Policy Drivers Environmental Significance Governance & Federal Dimensions Economic & Livelihood Angle Challenges Way Forward Prelims Pointers
NGT Suo Motu on Sewage-Contaminated Drinking Water
Why in News ? Relevance Facts & Evidence NGT’s Jurisdiction & Legal Basis Issues Identified by NGT Constitutional & Governance Dimensions Environmental & Public Health Linkages Accountability & Compliance Challenges Way Forward Prelims Pointers
What is Futuristic Marine and Space Biotechnology?
Core Concept Relevance Marine Biotechnology Space Biotechnology Global Landscape European Union China United States Why Does India Need Marine & Space Biotechnology? Natural Endowments Strategic Rationale Where Does India Stand Today? Marine Biotechnology Space Biotechnology Why Are These “Futuristic” Frontiers? Strategic Characteristics Key Challenges for India Way Forward Strategic Interventions Prelims Pointers
Malayalam Language Bill 2025
Why in News ? Relevance What Does the Malayalam Language Bill, 2025 Entail? Core Provisions Education-Related Provisions Institutional & Administrative Measures Has a Similar Bill Been Introduced Earlier? Why Has Karnataka Opposed the Bill? Core Objections Constitutional Objection Does the Bill Make Malayalam Mandatory Across All Schools? Clear Answer: No (with qualifications) Kerala Government’s Defence […]
Current Affairs Quiz 15 January 2026
Q1. With reference to space biotechnology, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above is/are correct?A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 2 onlyC. 1 and 3 onlyD. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: AExplanation: Space biotechnology research (e.g., on ISS) has clear terrestrial spillovers such as improved protein crystallisation for drug development; it is not […]
Current Affairs 15 January 2026
Content Malayalam Language Bill, 2025 Why in News ? Relevance What Does the Malayalam Language Bill, 2025 Entail? Core Provisions Education-Related Provisions Institutional & Administrative Measures Has a Similar Bill Been Introduced Earlier? Why Has Karnataka Opposed the Bill? Core Objections Constitutional Objection Does the Bill Make Malayalam Mandatory Across All Schools? Clear Answer: No […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 15 January 2026
Content To Become a Developed Economy, Four Reforms Core Context Relevance Practice Question Central Argument Reform 1: Rebuild Long-Term Domestic Savings Problem Diagnosis Structural Issue Reform 2: Shift from Short-Term to Long-Term Financing Problem Diagnosis Proposed Solution Data Point Reform 3: Improve Capital Efficiency (ICOR Focus) Key Insight Policy Prescription Reform 4: Start-Ups & […]
PIB Summaries 15 January 2026
Content NITI Aayog Releases Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024 Why in News ? Relevance : GS III What is Export Preparedness Index (EPI)? Framework & Structure (2024) Pillars & Weightage India’s export challenge is no longer just ports & logistics but costs, skills, finance, and institutional quality. Methodology & Data (Data-centric) Classification of States & […]