One Nation One Election Plan
Context: The Centre has recently formed an eight-member committee, led by former President Ram Nath Kovind and including Union Home Minister, to examine the feasibility of implementing the “one nation, one election” idea. This committee, outlined with seven terms of reference, will consider whether a constitutional amendment is required and if states need to ratify […]
When Technology Runs Faster Than the Processes
Context: Although we are actively advancing technology and striving for digitization, significant deficiencies exist in terms of completing tasks thoroughly. The current approach often focuses on achieving unique accomplishments that haven’t been achieved elsewhere in the world, but it frequently overlooks the subsequent steps required to enhance individual convenience, which should be the foremost objective. […]
Emerging Countries Need Women-led Climate Action
Context: In 2021, the OECD said-“ Gender equality and environmental goals are mutually reinforcing and create a virtuous circle that will help accelerate the achievement of the SDGs [Sustainable Development Goals]”. Additionally, a study by the International Labour Organization in 2019 projected that by 2030, high temperatures would lead to a global loss of 2.2 percent of total working hours, equivalent to 80 million full-time jobs. Relevance: Mains Question: Emerging countries need women-led climate action. Elucidate. (15 marks, 250 words). Impact […]
About Koraput Kalajeera Rice
Context: Recently, Koraput Kalajeera Rice,’ an aromatic rice, has got Geographical Indications status. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About Koraput Kalajeera Rice Geographical Indications (GI) Tag Definition and Importance: Administration and Registration: Significance and Examples: Ownership and Proprietorship: Location of the Geographical Indications Registry:
About C-TAP Initiative
Context: Recently, the COVID-19 Technology Access Pool (C-TAP) has announced three new licensing agreements acquired through the Medicines Patent Pool (MPP). Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About C-TAP Initiative Medicines Patent Pool (MPP)
BRICS: A Global Emerging Powerhouses
Walking Leaves: Nature’s Leaf Impersonators
Context: An international research team recently described seven previously unknown species of leaf insects, also known as walking leaves. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Walking Leaves: Nature’s Leaf Impersonators Diverse Species : Diet and Habitat Distribution Distinctive Features Mimicking Leaf Motion Flight Capability Regenerative Limbs Reproductive Process
About A Tethered Drone
Context: The Indian Army recently signed contracts for the procurement of 130 tethered drones and 19 tank-driving simulators under Emergency Procurement (EP). Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: Tethered Drones: Bridging the Sky and Ground Power and Communication Operational Control Advantages of Tethered Drones -Source: The Hindu
About The ENTAZIA
Context: FMC India recently announced the launch of its latest product, ENTAZIA bio fungicide. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: ENTAZIA Environmental Sustainability Key Advantages Leaf Blight: Foliage-Affecting Plant Disease Causative Agents Host Range -Source: The Hindu
Red Sand Boad
Context: A report by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)-India has pointed out 172 incidents of seizures of red sand boa between the years 2016-2021. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Red Sand Boa Distribution and Behavior Physical Characteristics Ecological Role Conservation Status -Source: The Hindu