Taking India Back to The Drawing Board
Context: Putting aside its political motivations, the 2023 Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill brings attention to a significant aspect of representative democracy – the delimitation of electoral constituencies. Delimitation involves defining and setting the boundaries for these constituencies. Relevance: GS2- Polity- Mains Question: Highlighting the challenges in carrying out a timely delimitation of constituencies, analyse its significance […]
August 2023 CURRENT AFFAIRS | MONTHLY COMPILATION | LEGACY IAS ACADEMY
Legacy IAS August 2023 Current Affairs Monthly Compilation includes Editorial Analysis and PIB Summaries which are essential for UPSC Civil Services Exam (IAS Exam) at both the Prelims and Mains levels and the content is segregated in accordance with the subjects in the UPSC Syllabus. Click Here for the August 2023 Monthly Current Affairs Compilation. […]
Quadrilateral Security Dialogue
Introduction of 56 Prizes Under Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar to Honor Scientists
Context: The Central Government plans to introduce 56 prizes as part of the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar to honor scientists. These awards will include 3 Vigyan Ratna, 25 Vigyan Shri, 25 Yuva Vigyan Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar, and 3 Vigyan Team Awards. The announcement of these awards will take place every year on National Technology Day, May […]
About the Indian Skimmer
Context: The endangered Indian Skimmer was recently spotted along the Ghaghra River at Dudhwa Tiger Reserve. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Indian Skimmer Family and Scientific Name Feeding Behavior and Nickname Habitat Distribution Physical Characteristics Diet Conservation Status About Dudhwa Tiger Reserve Location Components Rivers Vegetation Flora Fauna -Source: Indian […]
Life and Works of Adi Sankaracharya
Context: The Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister recently unveiled a 108-feet statue of Adi Shankaracharya, an 8th-century Vedic scholar and teacher, in Omkareshwar. Relevance: GS I- Ancient History Dimensions of the Article: Life and Works of Adi Sankaracharya: Birth and Background Philosophy and Writings Travels and Contributions Legacy What is Advaita Vedanta? -Source: Times of India
State of Working India 2023 Report: Analyzing the Indian Workforce
Context: Azim Premji University’s Centre for Sustainable Employment has published the “State of Working India 2023” report, providing insights into the Indian workforce. The report analyzes unemployment rates, women’s participation, intergenerational mobility, and caste-based workforce dynamics. Data from sources like the National Statistical Office’s surveys, including Employment-Unemployment Surveys and Periodic Labour Force Surveys, as well […]
Key Highlights of the Report on Hypertension
Context: Recently, during the United Nations General Assembly’s (UNGA) 78th session, the World Health Organization (WHO) released a report titled “Global report on hypertension: The race against a silent killer.”It is the first-ever report by the WHO on the worldwide implications of hypertension, commonly referred to as high blood pressure. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Report […]
Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface
Context: The Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface (PM WANI) scheme is set to revolutionize public Wi-Fi in India. PM-WANI can be a potential game-changer for India’s digital public infrastructure. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: PM-WANI: Empowering Public Wi-Fi in India Key Components: Four Key Elements: PM-WANI comprises four core elements to ensure its effectiveness: […]
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