5 Most Dangerous Types Of Earthquake In India and The World
What is An Earthquake? An earthquake is a natural disaster that occurs when the Earth’s tectonic plates move and release energy in the form of seismic waves. These waves can cause the ground to shake, leading to damage to buildings and other structures, as well as landslides, tsunamis, and other hazards. How Does It […]
What is Gig Economy?
Context: On September 20, 2021, the Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers, on behalf of gig workers, filed a public interest litigation in the Supreme Court demanding that the Union government provide succour to workers affected by the pandemic. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What is Gig Economy? Advantages of gig economy: Challenges related to Gig Economy: […]
Puri Jagannath temple
Context: Odisha Governor’s suggestion that foreigners and non-Hindus should be allowed to enter Puri’s famed Jagannath temple has not gone down well with traditionalists and political leaders alike. Relevance: GS I- Art and Architecture Dimensions of the Article: About Shree Jagannath temple Architecture of Jagannath temple -Source: The Hindu
About Yellow Band Disease
Context: Recently, scientists found that corals of eastern Thailand are getting affected by Yellow band Disease which is killing corals over vast stretches of the sea floor. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Yellow band Disease: -Source: The Hindu
About Subhas Chandra Bose
Context: January 23 is the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, observed as Parakram Diwas. Relevance: GS III: History Dimensions of the Article: Subhas Chandra Bose’s early life Parents: Education: Earliest battle with British: Bose’s Disagreements with Gandhi About the ideological divide between the two leaders: The rift within the Congress A dramatic escape […]
About INS Vagir
Context: Recently, The Indian Navy commissioned the fifth diesel-electric Kalvari-class submarine Vagir. It is among the six submarines being built by the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai, in collaboration with the French M/s Naval Group under Project 75. Reference: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: What are the specifications of Vagir? Kalvari-class background […]
Chargesheet: Not Public Document
Context: Recently, The Supreme Court held that chargesheets are not ‘public documents’ and enabling their free public access violates the provisions of the Criminal Code of Procedure as it compromises the rights of the accused, victim, and the investigation agencies. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is a chargesheet? Difference […]
The Ken-Betwa River Linking Project
Context The Ken-Betwa Link Project’s (KBLP) Steering Committee recently met for the third time in New Delhi. Relevance GS Paper-3: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems; Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment; Major Crops – Cropping Patterns in various parts of the country. Mains Question What is the Ken-Betwa link? Briefly discuss the […]
Income Inequality in India: To What Extent Does Taxation Contribute?
Context Despite three decades of economic liberalisation, India is still a country of contrasts, with significant growth and success coexisting with persistent poverty and deprivation. Relevance: GS Paper-3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Mains Question Adopting progressive taxation systems, decentralising investments, encouraging women’s entrepreneurship, and establishing strong […]
State Formation Day
Focus: GS I: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. Why in News? The Prime Minister has greeted the people of Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura on their Statehood Days. About Meghalaya: About Tripura: About Manipur: