Current Affairs 12 April 2022
CONTENTS State Energy and Climate Index Idea that judges appoint judges is wrong: CJI SC to look into easing adoption methodology On making Kannada mandatory for UG courses The languages India speaks India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue State Energy and Climate Index Context: NITI Aayog puts out Energy and Climate Index list. Relevance: GS III- Indian […]
PIB Summaries 12 April 2022
CONTENTS Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Anti-Tank Guided Missile ‘HELINA’ Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Focus: GS I- Personalities in News Why in News? The Prime Minister, has paid tribute to the great social reformer, philosopher and writer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his birth anniversary. About Jyotirao Phule: Born in 1827 in Satara district of Maharashtra. Phule was given the title […]
It Is Time To Let Sleeping Dogmas Lie
Context Recent remark of the Home Minister of using Hindi as the ‘linking language’ has drawn criticism of the various sections in the country. Relevance GS-I: Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Dimensions of the Article What is the issue? Part of ‘Hindi Promotion’ Missing the Point About Efficiency Vehicle of Entertainment Fear […]
In Pandemic Shock, Critical Lessons for MSMEs
Context Apart from government policies that help the MSMEs recover, financial safety nets must be created for MSMEs to help them face economic shocks and be more resilient. Relevance GS-III: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Dimensions of the Article Present Scenario for MSMEs Impact of the Pandemic Lessons […]
Static Quiz 12 April 2022 (Geography)
Withdraw Cash From an ATM Through UPI
Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to make cardless cash withdrawal facility available at all ATMs, irrespective of banks, through the Unified Payment Interface (UPI), one of the key decisions made by the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What is Unified Payments Interface (UPI)? […]
Why Sowing Maize In Spring Is Not A Good Choice For Punjab Farmers
Context: As per the initial field report of the Punjab Agriculture department, around 35,000 hectares (86,450 acres) are being used for the cultivation of spring/summer maize. Utilizing more area for maize cultivation is always a welcome move in a state like Punjab where maize is seen as an alternative to the water-guzzling paddy crop. But […]
Great Indian Bustard
Context: The Supreme Court of India sought an update April 1, 2022 from the committee formed for making power lines underground in Rajasthan and Gujarat ordered a year ago. The habitat of the state bird of Rajasthan — the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) or Godavan — is under threat due to the zigzag web of high-tension power […]
About PM Kisan
The Prime Minister has said that PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and other schemes related to agriculture are giving new strength to crores of farmers of our country. Underlining the strength of farmers, he said that when farmers become stronger, the nation prospers. Relevance: GS II- Welfare Schemes Dimensions of the Article: About PM KISAN Some […]
Current Affairs Quiz 11 April 2022
