About A Asia Pacific Forum
Context: Recently, the President of India inaugurated Annual General Meeting and Biennial Conference of the Asia Pacific Forum on Human Rights in New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: International Relations About Asia Pacific Forum
National Medical Commission (NMC) Receives 10-Year Recognition from WFME for Excellence in Medical Education
Context: The National Medical Commission (NMC) in India has received a prestigious 10-year recognition from the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME), signifying the highest standards in medical education and accreditation. This recognition underscores NMC’s dedication to maintaining top-tier standards in medical education and accreditation. WFME’s accreditation program is crucial in ensuring that medical institutions […]
Status Of Household Savings
Context: The most recent information from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) concerning household financial holdings and debts has been subject to differing interpretations. Some experts argue that households are reducing their savings and taking on loans to maintain their spending due to sluggish income growth since the onset of the Covid pandemic. However, the […]
Supreme Court On Varying Bench Strength
Context: CJI Chandrachud has announced that constitution benches with varying sizes will now be a permanent fixture within the Supreme Court. This long-awaited reform should be prioritized and fast-tracked. Relevance: GS2-Polity Mains Question: What is the rationale behind having constitution benches with varying sizes in the Supreme Court? How can it further improve the delivery […]
Important River Of ASIA
About the Pterygotrigla Intermedica
Context: Recently, the scientists of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of vibrant orange-colored deep-water marine fish from Digha Mohana in West Bengal. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: Pterygotrigla Intermedica: A Unique Gurnard Species Distinct Characteristics: Key Facts About Zoological Survey of India: -Source: Down […]
Controversy Surrounding the Terms Socialist and Secular in the Constitution
Context: The main opposition party in the Lok Sabha has alleged that the words “socialist” and “secular” were absent from the copies of the Indian Constitution’s Preamble provided to Members of Parliament. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Preamble Significance of the Preamble of the Constitution: Text of the Original Preamble […]
Hoysala Temples – Key Facts
Context: The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysala, the famed Hoysala temples of Belur, Halebid and Somanathapur in Karnataka have been added to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage list. This inclusion marks the 42nd UNESCO World Heritage Site in India Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Hoysala Temples – Key Facts Chennakeshava Temple […]
Escalating Tensions Between India and Canada
Context: Tensions between India and Canada escalated after Canadian Prime Minister accused India of involvement in the killing of a Khalistani leader in Surrey in June 2023. India denied the allegations and accused Canada of sheltering Khalistani extremists. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What is the Khalistan movement? When and why […]
Perks and Entitlements of Recognized National and State Parties
Context: Despite the allotment of bungalows being cancelled years ago, many recognised national and state parties continue their unauthorised occupation of the properties given to them. This was revealed by the official records obtained under Right to Information. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Background: What are national parties entitled to? […]