Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 April 2024
CONTENTS Analysing the Foothold of Left-Wing Extremism Context: The enduring conflict with the Maoists, which reached its pinnacle in the early to mid-2000s, has gradually settled into a discernible pattern. Recent events have seen the insurgents facing a series of setbacks inflicted by paramilitary and police forces, exemplified by the demise of at least 29 […]
Current Affairs Quiz 18 April 2024
Current Affairs 18 April 2024
CONTENTS Delhi High Court Affirms Universality of Domestic Violence Act Context: The Delhi High Court recently underscored the universal applicability of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act of 2005, asserting that it extends protection to all women irrespective of their religious or social background. The High Court made these observations while dismissing a […]
PIB Summaries 18 April 2024
CONTENTS SARATHI App Context: Recently, the government has launched the ‘SARATHI’ App for Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: SARATHI App Development: Purpose and Features: About Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihood Mission: The objective of the Mission is to promote sustainable livelihoods for […]
Static Quiz 18 April 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 April 2024
CONTENTS The Great Indian Bustard and Climate Action Verdict Context: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India has acknowledged the existence of a fundamental entitlement to freedom from the adverse effects of climate change (referred to as ‘the right’ hereafter). The decision has drawn considerable attention from environmentalists, primarily focusing on its implications […]
Current Affairs Quiz 17 April 2024
Current Affairs 17 April 2024
CONTENTS Water Crisis: 13 East-Flowing Rivers Between Mahanadi and Pennar Run Dry Context: According to data released by the Central Water Commission (CWC), at least 13 east-flowing rivers between the Mahanadi and Pennar basins are currently devoid of water. This alarming situation underscores the severity of the water crisis affecting these regions and highlights the […]
PIB Summaries 17 April 2024
CONTENT IPEF to Host Clean Economy Investor Forum in Singapore Context: The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) has announced plans to organize a Clean Economy Investor Forum in Singapore on 5th-6th June 2024. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum Initiative: Objective: Key Features: IPEF Pillars of Cooperation: Member Countries:
Static Quiz 17 April 2024 (Environment)