Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)
Context: The recent Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) has reported that the unemployment rate in the country has shown a decrease between April and June 2023. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings on Labour Force Participation and Worker-Population Ratio: Definition of Unemployment: Measurement of Unemployment Rate: Periodic Labour Force Survey […]
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Context: Recently, the Hamas, the militant group ruling the Gaza Strip, have mounted a scathing attack on Israel from the land, air and water leading to multiple casualties. This has revived the century-old dispute between Israel-Palestine Conflict once again, necessitating the intervention by global and regional powers. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: The Israel-Palestine Conflict […]
China-Tibet Issue
Context: During a recent discussion with reporters in Dharamshala, the Dalai Lama reaffirmed his stance that Tibetans seek greater autonomy within China, emphasizing their desire for self-governance while remaining part of the People’s Republic of China. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: The China-Tibet Issue: Historical Overview Tibet’s Quest for Independence: Chinese Occupation and the Seventeen Point Agreement: […]
Women Want Change Society Needs Change
Context: The 17th iteration of the Global Gender Gap Report, released by the World Economic Forum on June 20, 2023, draws on data from 146 countries, stressing on global gender inequality. Relevance: GS2- Politics Mains Question: Drawing from the Global Gender Gap Report by World Economic Forum, analyse the status of gender equality in politics. (10 […]
Social Entrepreneurship to Combat Human Trafficking
Context: In September 2023, during the Annual General Meeting and Biennial Conference of the Asia-Pacific Forum on Human Rights in New Delhi, President Smt. Droupadi Murmu emphasized the interconnectedness of human rights and the imperative to address environmental concerns. She urged equal attention to be given to healing Mother Nature, emphasizing that Indian philosophy extends beyond human […]
About Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U)
Context: As a prelude to Swachh Bharat Diwas, the annual Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) fortnight was also organized by Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban and Gramin between 15th Sept to 2nd Oct 2023. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) is a national campaign launched by […]
200th Birth Anniversary of Shri Ramalinga Swamy
Context: India celebrated the 200th birth anniversary of Shri Ramalinga Swamy, also known as Vallalar, on 5th October, 2023. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Key Contributions of Shri Ramalinga Swamy: Vision of Social Reforms: Philosophical Beliefs and Teachings:
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MONTHLY PIB SUMMARIES SEPTEMBER 2023 | MONTHLY COMPILATION FOR UPSC
Legacy IAS September 2023 PIB SUMMARIES – Monthly Compilation for UPSC Civil Services Exam (IAS Exam) will be extremely crucial for your UPSC preparation. The source, Press Information Bureau of India is indubitably the most important source of Current Affairs for any UPSC aspirant. In this Compilation you will find important PIB articles from the […]