Issues with the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Rankings
Context: The National Institution Ranking Framework (NIRF), established by the Ministry of Education, recently announced its national rankings for universities which have been found flawed by various experts. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: How does the NIRF ranking of institutes work and what are the issues associated with it? The […]
About Submersible vs Submarine
Context: The Titan, the vessel that went missing in the area of the Titanic wreck in the North Atlantic, is classified as a submersible, not a submarine, Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What are Submersibles? Submersibles are specialized watercraft designed for specific missions in underwater environments. Here are the key […]
Global Increase in Forced Displacement in 2022: UNHCR Report
Context: In 2022, there was a significant surge in forced displacement, driven by social and climate crises, according to a report by the UNHCR. The number of individuals forcibly uprooted from their homes increased by 21% compared to the previous year, totaling 108.4 million people. This included a significant number of children who were also […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 June 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 June 2023 Contents A Bold Step to Sustainability: India’s Clean Energy Transition Context India’s decision to stop building new coal-fired power plants, aside from those that are already under construction, underlines its commitment to battling climate change and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. This action fits well with worldwide trends that […]
Asia Pacific Plant Protection Commission
Focus: International Relations Why in News? The Asia Pacific Plant Protection Commission unanimously elected India as chair of the Standing Committee on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for the biennium 2023-24 during the 32nd Session held in Bangkok. Asia Pacific Plant Protection Commission: Overview and Objectives Background: Membership: Organizational Structure: Meetings: Objectives:
About Jagannath Rath Yatra
Focus: GS I- Festivals Why in News? The Jagannath Rath Yatra officially begins in Puri, Odisha. This year, the festival commenced on June 20, 2023 and will culminate on June 28, 2023. About Jagannath Rath Yatra About Shree Jagannath temple Architecture of Jagannath temple
Current Affairs Quiz 22 June 2023
Current Affairs 22 June 2023
CONTENTS Live-stock and Live-stock Product (Importation and Exportation) Bill, 2023 Context: The Centre has withdrawn the proposed draft of the Live-stock and Live-stock Product (Importation and Exportation) Bill, 2023. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: About Draft Livestock and Livestock Products Bill Key points about the draft bill: Reasons for introducing a new law: […]
PIB Summaries 22 June 2023
CONTENTS Jagannath Rath Yatra Focus: GS I- Festivals Why in News? The Jagannath Rath Yatra officially begins in Puri, Odisha. This year, the festival commenced on June 20, 2023 and will culminate on June 28, 2023. About Jagannath Rath Yatra About Shree Jagannath temple Architecture of Jagannath temple Asia Pacific Plant Protection Commission Focus: International Relations Why in News? The […]
Static Quiz 22 June 2023 (Indian Economy)
