About the Rashtriya Gokul Mission
Context: After nearly a decade of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission, it has become evident that the scheme, initially aimed at enhancing the quality of various indigenous cattle breeds, has primarily focused on promoting a single breed, the Gir cow, throughout the country. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About the […]
UN General Assembly Passes Resolution on Gaza Conflict
Context: The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution, with 120 countries in favor, that calls for an immediate humanitarian truce between Israel and Hamas. The resolution also demands aid access to Gaza. Notably, 14 countries, including Israel and the United States, voted against the resolution, while 45 countries, including India, abstained from voting. […]
Shaping up India-South Korea Relationship
Context: South Korea, with its innovative spirit, can actively participate in India’s ambitious endeavors to modernize its ports, develop a sustainable blue economy, and promote environmentally friendly green shipping initiatives. Relevance: GS2- IR-Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Mains Question: South Korea with its pertinent pioneering streak can […]
Time and Change On the three Criminal Codes
Context: The parliamentary committee seems to be nearing the finalization of its report on the three Bills designed to replace the current criminal laws. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs has delayed the adoption of the draft report due to requests from Opposition members who want more time to review it. Relevance: GS2- Polity […]
About Atal Bhujal Yojana
Context: Recently, the 5th meeting of the National Level Steering Committee (NLSC) of Atal Bhujal Yojana (ATAL JAL) was held to review the overall progress of the scheme. Relevance: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Atal Bhujal Yojana: Significance of the scheme Aims of the scheme: Implementation of the scheme:
About Nutrient-Based Subsidy Regime
Context: Recently, the union cabinet has approved Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for the various nutrients of Rabi and Kharif Season for 2022-23. Relevance: GS-III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: About Nutrient-Based Subsidy Regime Issues Related to NBS
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About The Vajra Mushti Kalaga
Context: Vajra mushti kalaga, a martial art form, has gone extinct and takes place only during Dasara Relevance: Facts for Prelims Vajra Mushti Kalaga: An Indian Martial Art -Source: The Hindu
Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project
Context: Recently, the government of India approved the inclusion of the Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (PMKSY-AIBP). Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project: Key Facts about Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY): Launched in the fiscal year […]
DNA and Face Matching Systems in Police Stations
Context: Over a year after Parliament passed the Criminal Procedure Identification Act (CrPI), 2022; the Centre is preparing to introduce ‘DNA and Face Matching’ systems in 1,300 police stations nationwide, despite the Act’s provisions not yet being fully implemented. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Context of ‘DNA and Face Matching Systems’ Under CrPI […]