African Swine Fever
Context: The death toll of pigs following the outbreak of the African Swine Fever (ASF) disease in Mizoram since February has crossed 3,350, officials said recently. Relevance: Focus: GS-III Science and Technology Dimensions of this Article: What is African Swine Fever? What are the symptoms of African swine fever? -Source: The Hindu
Public Examinations Prevention Of Unfair Means Act 2024
Context: Public Examinations (Prevention Of Unfair Means) Act aims to prevent unfair means in the public examinations system. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre Coordinator Public Examination Which Exams Are Covered by the Law? Use of Unfair Means What Constitutes the Use […]
New Leave Policy for Government Employees Opting for Surrogacy
Context: Recently, the Government has notified an amendment to Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972 to grant maternity leave and other benefits to government employees in case of children born through surrogacy. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Provisions of Notified Amended Rules About Surrogacy About Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021 The […]
Study on Representation and Forest Conservation in Scheduled Areas
Context: A recent study has explored the relationship between representation and forest conservation in India’s Scheduled Areas. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings of the Study Key Findings About PESA Act: Objectives of the Act Why are rules under PESA important? -Source: The Hindu
About Priority Sector Lending (PSL)
Context: The RBI recently revised its priority sector guidelines to encourage banks to provide small loans in economically disadvantaged districts with low average loan sizes. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy About Priority Sector Lending (PSL): -Source: The Hindu
Declining Flamingo Population at Lake Natron
Context: Experts have reported a steady decline in the population of flamingos at Lake Natron. The decrease is attributed to extreme weather conditions and encroachment, resulting in fewer birds returning to the lake each year. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: About Lake Natron: Key Facts about the Great Rift Valley: […]
About Didymocarpus Janakiae
Context: A new plant species discovered in Arunachal Pradesh has been named Didymocarpus janakiae. Relevance: GS III: Species in News About Didymocarpus janakiae -Source: The Hindu
ISRO Completes Final Reusable Launch Vehicle Landing Experiment
Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully completed the third and final Reusable Launch Vehicle Landing Experiment (RLV LEX-03) for the Pushpak vehicle. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: RLV LEX-03 Mission Overview Mission Summary: Technologies and Capabilities Demonstrated: Significance: Reusable Launch Vehicles (RLVs) Definition: Operational Mechanics: Current Usage: […]
Managed Care Organizations
Context: A leading healthcare chain in South India has announced its foray into comprehensive health insurance. This new venture will integrate insurance and healthcare provision functions under one roof, emulating a managed care organisation (MCO) model. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Managed Care Organizations (MCOs): Background and Development Definition: Historical Context: Development […]
Srinagar Recognized as a ‘World Craft City’
Context: Srinagar has been designated as a ‘World Craft City’ by the World Craft Council (WCC). This follows its recognition as part of the UNESCO Creative City Network (UCCN) for crafts and folk arts three years ago. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: What is World Craft Council (WCC)? Significance of World Craft […]