Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 06 November 2024
Contents : Aadhaar Biometric Data Access Will Aid Forensics Background : Relevance: GS 2 ( Governance ) Practice Question: Evaluate the legal and ethical dimensions of permitting law enforcement access to Aadhaar biometric data for identifying unknown deceased individuals. (250 words ) Issues : Unidentified Deceased Individuals Standard Investigative Procedures Fingerprints Proposal for Aadhaar Access […]
Static Quiz 06 November 2024 (Indian Economy)
About The Gastrodia lohitensis
Context: A team of Indian botanists has identified a new leafless orchid species, Gastrodia lohitensis, in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lohit district. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Gastrodia lohitensis: A Rare Orchid from Arunachal Pradesh -Source: The Hindu
First in the World Challenge Initiative
Context: Aimed at encouraging Indian scientists to come up with innovative ideas for finding solutions to difficult health problems, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has announced a new initiative called “First in the World Challenge”. Relevance: GS II: Health About the “First in the World Challenge” Initiative: -Source: The Hindu
About Kodo millet
Context: Recently, the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) said that the deaths of elephants in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve could have been caused by “mycotoxins associated with kodo millet”. Relevance: Facts for prelims About Kodo millet: Required climatic condition -Source: The Hindu
Exploring the Stagnation of Rural Wages Amidst India’s Economic Growth
Context: Despite India’s impressive economic growth in recent years, rural wages have remained stagnant, particularly in real terms. This situation calls for a deeper examination of the dichotomy between macroeconomic expansion and the subdued increase in rural incomes. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Rural Wages Versus Economic Growth in India Overview […]
ILO Report Stresses Impact of Care Responsibilities
Context: A recent report by the International Labour Organisation, titled “The Impact of Care Responsibilities on Women’s Labour Participation,” identifies low female labor force participation in India as a major challenge, primarily because women shoulder the extensive caregiving responsibilities. The report suggests that more investment in early childhood care and education is required to enable […]
ED Charges Eight in Cyber Scam Involving Fake IPO
Context: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken a very serious legal step by filing a prosecution complaint under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against eight people connected with a complex cyber scam. These people have been accused of scamming other people through fake IPOs and stock investment mainly through social media like WhatsApp, […]
Current Affairs Quiz 05 November 2024
Current Affairs 05 November 2024
CONTENTS ED Charges Eight in Cyber Scam Involving Fake IPOs; New Advisory Issued Against Digital Frauds Context: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken a very serious legal step by filing a prosecution complaint under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against eight people connected with a complex cyber scam. These people have been accused […]