PIB Summaries 13 July 2023
CONTENTS SAMARTH Scheme Focus: GS II: Government policies and interventions Why in News? Recently, the panel of SAMARTH scheme implementing partners has been broadened with empanelment of 43 new implementing partners and additional target of training around 75,000 beneficiaries has been allocated to the training partners. About SAMARTH Scheme Objectives: Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) […]
Static Quiz 13 July 2023 (Geography)
WTO Agreement on Agriculture
Current Affairs 12 July 2023
CONTENTS Global South Context: The reluctance of many nations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to support NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) in the Ukraine conflict has brought the term “Global South” into focus. Relevance: GS II: Inernational Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Global South: Origins and Usage: Geographical and Historical Context: Significance of the Global South Today: Shift in Economic […]
About The JIMEX 23
Focus: GS III: Security Challenges Why in News? The 7th edition of Japan India Maritime Exercise 2023 (JIMEX 23) hosted by the Indian Navy concluded in the Bay of Bengal with the two sides bidding farewell to each other with a customary steampast. About JIMEX 23 The exercise aims to enhance cooperation and interoperability between […]
About The Urban 20 Summit
Focus: GS II: International Relations Why in News? Recently, the two-day Urban 20 Mayoral Summit which was hosted by the chair city Ahmedabad, in Gandhinagar from 7-8 July, concluded with the handover of the Communiqué from the Mayors to G20 leaders. Urban 20 (U20) Summit: Key Points: Importance: Impact:
United Nations Specialized Agencies
Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority
Context: The Delhi High Court recently upheld an order by the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority (PPVFRA), revoking the intellectual property protection granted to PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd with respect to a potato variety developed by it. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ […]
About The Cluster Bombs
Context: Recently, the decision by the United States to supply Ukraine with cluster bombs has caused concern among key US allies. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Cluster bombs Cluster bombs, also known as cluster munitions, are weapons designed to scatter smaller bomblets over a wide area. Here are some key points […]
New Wheat Variety (PBW RS1)
Context: Recently, the Ludhiana-based institution has developed a new variety of wheat called PBW RS1. Relevance: GS III: Science Dimensions of the Article: PBW RS1: PBW RS1 is a variety of wheat known for its high amylose starch content, which contributes to its unique properties. Benefits of PBW RS1: Type 2 Diabetes: Glycemic Index: -Source: […]