SC/ST Quota in Promotions
SC/ST Quota In Promotions Context: The Supreme Court refused to lay down the “yardstick” for determining the inadequacy of representation for granting reservation in promotions for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates in government jobs. Relevance: GS-II: Social Justice and Governance (Government Policies and Initiatives, Issues related to Minorities), GS-II: Polity and Constitution (Constitutional […]
Current Affairs: Suspension of MLAs
Suspension of MLAs Context: The Supreme Court revoked the one-year suspension of 12 MLAs from the Maharashtra Assembly, calling it an “irrational” act that would impact the democratic set-up, leave constituencies unrepresented and help governments on a “thin majority” manipulate numbers. Relevance GS II- Parliament Dimensions: About the Suspension of MLAs: What are the arguments […]
Current Affairs: Swiss Gold Exports to China and India hit multi-year highs
Swiss Gold Exports to China and India Hit Multi-Year Highs Context: Swiss gold exports rose last year to their highest since 2018 as demand for bullion in China and India, the biggest consumer markets, recovered from a collapse early in the COVID-19 pandemic. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy, Facts for prelims Details: The coronavirus crisis […]
Current Affairs: Corruption Perception Index 2021
Corruption Perception Index 2021 Context: Recently, the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2021 was released by Transparency International. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) Highlights of Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2021 Recommendations of the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) What is the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) The Corruption Perceptions Index […]
Current Affairs: Stock Market’s Recent Downturn Across the World
The Stock Market’s Recent Downturn Across the World Context: Recently, the US Federal Reserve announced the final round of its asset purchases. It will thus conclude its balance sheet expansion in March, much ahead of its initial plan. The Fed will subsequently start to increase interest rates in the economy beginning March. Both these measures […]
Current Affairs: Opposed To Third Party in LAC Talks, China Tells U.S.
Opposed To Third Party In LAC talks, China Tells U.S. Context: China’s military said it was “opposed to third-party involvement” in the India-China border dispute, as it hit out at comments from Washington about Beijing “intimidating” its neighbours. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India’s Neighbors, Foreign policies and Agreements affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions of the Article: […]
Current Affairs: Air India Strategic Disinvestment Completed
Air India Strategic Disinvestment Completed Context: The Union government on Thursday transferred its shares in Air India, along with control and management, to the Tata Sons subsidiary Talace, ending a disinvestment process that started five years ago and saw a failed attempt. The airline has been a public sector undertaking from 1953. Tatas will get […]
Current Affairs: India-Central Asia Virtual Summit
India-Central Asia Virtual Summit Context: Prime Minister hosted the first India-Central Asia Summit in virtual format, which was attended by Presidents of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Republic of Uzbekistan. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India’s Foreign policy, Foreign Policies, Treaties and Agreements affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions of the Article: Highlights […]
UPSC Civil Services Exam: How To Revise Prelims Exam Syllabus Within 4 Months
How To Revise Prelims Exam Syllabus Within 4 Months On June 5, the UPSC civil services prelims test 2022 will be held. With only four months to prepare for the exam, candidates must make the most of this time. They must go through the complete study material at least twice before the exam so that […]
How To Read The Newspaper For UPSC Exam?
How To Read The Newspaper For UPSC Exam? Reading the newspaper is an unavoidable practice for UPSC preparations that cannot be overstated. It’s encouraging to learn that many serious candidates have heeded this counsel. Newspapers are an excellent source of daily information for people from all walks of life. Candidates should read authentic newspapers on […]