World Environment Day and India’s First Biospheres
Context: World Environment Day is celebrated on 5th June every year to encourage awareness and environmental protection. In a remarkable initiative to combat deforestation and restore biodiversity, two environmentalists have spearheaded the creation of India’s first biospheres within tiger reserve Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Facts About World Environment […]
NDA Wins Third Term but Requires Coalition
Context: The NDA has won a historic third term at the Centre, but the BJP fell short of the 272-seat majority, necessitating a coalition government. Previously, the BJP’s majority in the last two Lok Sabhas marked the first time since economic reforms began in 1991 that a single party had a majority mandate, which was […]
MAY 2024 CURRENT AFFAIRS | MONTHLY COMPILATION | LEGACY IAS ACADEMY
Legacy IAS May 2024 Current Affairs Monthly Compilation includes Editorial Analysis and PIB Summaries which are essential for UPSC Civil Services Exam (IAS Exam) at both the Prelims and Mains levels and the content is segregated in accordance with the subjects in the UPSC Syllabus. Click Here for the May 2024 Monthly Current Affairs Compilation. You […]
About Bank Clinic
Context: The All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA) has launched the “Bank Clinic” initiative to assist bank customers with grievance redressal. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy About Bank Clinic How It Works Benefits What is AIBEA? -Source: Economic Times
About Ahilya Bai Holkar
Context: The 300th birth anniversary of the Maratha queen Ahilya Bai Holkar — a great administrator and visionary with a spiritual inclination, was recently celebrated. Relevance: GS I: History About Ahilya Bai Holkar Personal Background Early Life and Ascension to Power Achievements and Contributions Military and Justice Defense: Religious and Social Contributions Legacy and Death […]
Prime Minister’s Visit to Vivekananda Rock Memorial
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister visited and meditated at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Key Facts Related to Vivekananda Rock Memorial Historical Significance Location and Physical Features Structural Details Construction and Inauguration About Swami Vivekananda Vedantic Humanism His teachings Divinity within ourselves Karma Yoga […]
ICMR Seeks Partners for Hydroxyurea Development for Children
Context: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) seeks partners for a new project to develop and commercialize a low-dose or children’s version of hydroxyurea, aimed at treating sickle cell disease in India. Eligible organizations are invited to express their interest in this initiative. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Hydroxyurea for Treating […]
KAZA-TFCA States Renew Withdrawal Calls from CITES
Context: At the 2024 Heads of State Summit for the Kavango-Zambezi Trans-Frontier Conservation Area (KAZA-TFCA) in Livingstone, Zambia, member states renewed their calls to withdraw from the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This demand stems from repeated denials of permission to sell their abundant ivory and other […]
Vote Counting In India
Context: Over the past six weeks, 642 million voters have participated in the world’s largest democratic exercise. Now, it’s their turn to be heard through the counting of votes. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Counting of Votes Handbook and Governance Responsibilities and Procedures RO Responsibilities: Appointment of Time and Place: […]
Persistent Underrepresentation of Women in Indian Corporate Leadership
Context: A recent report titled “Women in Leadership in Corporate India” by a networking platform has highlighted the persistent underrepresentation of women in leadership positions across Indian corporates. The percentage of women in these roles has remained stagnant below 30% for a considerable period. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Report Findings […]