PM SVANidhi
Focus: GS II- Government policies and interventions Why in News? The Government of India has extended the PM Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme beyond March, 2022 with the following provisions: PM Street Vendor’s Atmanitbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) The eligible vendors are identified as per following criteria: PM SVANidhi and SIDBI Credit Guarantee Fund […]
Current Affairs Quiz 09 December 2022
Current Affairs 09 December 2022
CONTENTS Sustained Growth in Remittances Context: Remittances to India are set to touch a record $100 billion in 2022, according to the World Bank’s latest Migration and Development Brief titled, ‘Remittances Brave Global Headwinds’. India received $89.4 billion in 2021 — this is the first time a country will reach the $100 billion mark. Relevance: […]
PIB Summaries 09 December 2022
CONTENTS PM SVANidhi Focus: GS II- Government policies and interventions Why in News? The Government of India has extended the PM Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme beyond March, 2022 with the following provisions: Rooftop Solar Programme Focus: GS II: Government policies and Intervention Why in News? The Rooftop Solar Programme has been extended […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 December 2022
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 December 2022 Contents Key To A New South Asian Regional Order: BIMSTEC Context Relevance GS Paper 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Mains Question In India’s neighbourhood foreign policy domain, BIMSTEC can serve as a suitable replacement for SAARC. Analyze critically. (250 […]
The Beginner’s Handbook to UPSC Preparation
Are you dreaming of a career in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS)? If so, you may be considering joining an IAS coaching institute in Bangalore to prepare for the challenging UPSC exams. As a beginner, you may feel overwhelmed by the prospect of starting your UPSC preparation journey. But don’t worry – this beginner’s handbook […]
Static Quiz 09 December 2022 (Indian Economy)
Mahaparinirvan Diwas
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister paid homage to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas and recalled his exemplary service to our nation. Relevance: GS II- History Dimensions of the Article: What is Mahaparinirvan Diwas? About B R Ambedkar Contributions Election Shift to Buddhism He authored several books and essays, some of them are as follows;- […]
Scheduled Castes Quota Benefits for Dalit Converts
Context: The Supreme Court said it would examine the question whether the court should wait for the report of the Justice K.G. Balakrishnan Commission or go ahead and hear a series of petitions seeking Scheduled Castes quota benefits for Dalit converts to other religions, primarily Christianity. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of […]
What Are Conjugal Rights?
Context: The State of Punjab has furthered the cause of right to life and personal liberty of prisoners by allowing conjugal visits for inmates. It is expected that this initiative will lead to strengthening of matrimonial bonds and also ensure good conduct of prisoners. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What […]