Decline in Snowfall in the Himalayas
Context: Snowfall brings joy to residents of Himalayan states, contributing to the local economy through tourism. However, this year, several Himalayan regions that typically experience snowfall from December to January have witnessed a lack of snow. Popular tourist destinations like Shimla, Manali, and Gulmarg have seen a significant decline in snowfall, leading to a reduction in […]
Providing Clean Water to All
Context: In the mountainous village of Kyarkuli Bhatta in Uttarakhand, there is no longer a trend of mass migration. The tribal settlement of Kusumdih in Jharkhand has witnessed a decline in conflicts between humans and animals. Additionally, in Chandpur village, Maharashtra, elaborate wedding celebrations have resumed. This positive transformation is attributed to the availability of tap […]
About National Girl Child Day 2024
Focus: GS II- Vulnerable sections. Why in News? Nation Celebrates National Girl Child Day every year on 24th of January. About National Girl Child Day: Objective: Aim:
Bharat Ratna To Karpoori Thakur
Context: Karpoori Thakur, a prominent Gandhian socialist leader and former Bihar chief minister will be awarded the ‘Bharat Ratna’ posthumously. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Bharat Ratna: Eligibility: Special Considerations: Recognition Criteria: Nomination Process: Limitations: Award Components:
Sociology Optional Preparation Strategy
Sociology Optional Preparation Strategy for UPSC Sociology is one of the most opted-for subjects in the UPSC Mains Exam and there have been about 1500 candidates appearing in the Mains for the Sociology Optional Paper consistently. Various aspects of Sociology Optional prove to be beneficial to the aspirants from the UPSC CSE Mains point […]
About Andrographis Theniensis
Context: A new plant species has been discovered in Theni district of Tamil Nadu in the Western Ghats by a research student from Wanaparthy. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Andrographis theniensis: Newly Discovered Plant in Theni Botanical Discovery: Genus Overview: Traditional Uses: -Source: The Times of India
Madhika Language and Chakaliya Community
Context: In the remote colony of Kookanam, near Karivellur grama panchayat in Kerala, the Chakaliya community is grappling with the imminent loss of its unique language Madhika. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Madhika Language and Chakaliya Community Madhika Language: Chakaliya Community: Government Initiative to Preserve Languages: -Source: The Hindu
RoDTEP Scheme
Context: The Centre has no plans of re-working the popular Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for exporters, despite the US government imposing anti-subsidy duties against it. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy, Taxation) Dimensions of the Article: Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) […]
Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition Programme
Context: Rs 17,490 crore has been set aside for the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) programme, to bolster domestic electrolyser manufacturing, green hydrogen production. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme Financial Incentives: Evolution of Incentive Schemes: Implementation: What is the National Green Hydrogen […]
About the Great Indian Bustard
Context: The Supreme Court recently directed the Centre to come clean on its plans to save the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. Relevance: Prelims, GS-III: Environment and Ecology (Species in News, Conservation of Biodiversity) Dimensions of the Article: About the Great Indian Bustard About the Habitat of Great Indian Bustard On the brink of extinction […]