Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 31 May 2024
CONTENTS RBI Dividend Aids Government Finances Context: In the amendment to the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act through the Finance Bill 2018-19, based on the recommendations of Dr. N K Singh’s committee, the government committed to achieving a fiscal deficit (FD) of 3 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) by FY 2020-21. However, […]
Current Affairs Quiz 30 May 2024
Current Affairs 30 May 2024
CONTENTS Increasing Political Influence on Indian Higher Education Context: Indian higher education has a long history of intertwining with political agendas. This trend has intensified in recent years, affecting various aspects of academic life and compromising institutional integrity. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Higher Education in India Overview: Popular Subject […]
PIB Summaries 30 May 2024
CONTENTS PRAGATI-2024 Context: The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has launched a groundbreaking initiative called “PRAGATI-2024” (Pharma Research in AyurGyan And Techno Innovation) to foster collaborative research and innovation in the field of Ayurveda. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: PRAGATI-2024 and CCRAS PRAGATI-2024 Initiative: Role of CCRAS: About Traditional Medicine: The traditional Indian system […]
Static Quiz 30 May 2024 (Polity)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 30 May 2024
CONTENTS The Threat of Building Fires Context: The catastrophic fires at a gaming center in Rajkot, Gujarat, and a newborn nursing clinic in Delhi, occurring within 24 hours of each other and resulting in over 30 fatalities, highlight a persistent issue in India: widespread negligence regarding building fire safety by various stakeholders, including builders, owners, […]
Current Affairs Quiz 29 May 2024
Current Affairs 29 May 2024
CONTENTS Reflecting on the 1991 Indian General Elections Amid 2024 Preparations Context: As India prepares for the 2024 general election, it is crucial to reflect on the pivotal 1991 Indian general elections, which marked a significant turning point in the country’s history. These elections brought about profound political and economic changes, driven by the leadership […]
PIB Summaries 29 May 2024
CONTENTS High Inflation in Pulses Strains Consumers and Impacts Self-Sufficiency Goals Context: Pulses recorded an annual retail inflation of 16.84% in April 2024, exacerbating consumer hardship, especially since pulses are seldom distributed through the public distribution system (PDS). Food inflation pressures, driven by an El Niño event and an election year, have reversed the nation’s […]
Static Quiz 29 May 2024 (Indian Economy)