MONTHLY PIB SUMMARIES MAY 2023 | MONTHLY COMPILATION FOR UPSC
Legacy IAS MAY 2023 PIB SUMMARIES – Monthly Compilation for UPSC Civil Services Exam (IAS Exam) will be extremely crucial for your UPSC preparation. The source, Press Information Bureau of India is indubitably the most important source of Current Affairs for any UPSC aspirant. In this Compilation you will find important PIB articles from the […]
Gig Economy Social Security
Context Relevance: GS Paper2 : Government policies and Intervention Mains Question How might the Social Security Code of 2020 (2020) help meet the social security needs of gig workers? (250 Words) Understanding Gig Workers and the Gig Economy Gig Economy in India Challenges Gig Workers Face When Trying to Access Social Security: Main Obstacles to […]
Cyclone Warnings Prevent Disaster
Context: Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan were recently devastated by Cyclone Biparjoy, a powerful and incredibly destructive cyclonic cyclone; India successfully lessened the effects of the catastrophe. The IMD’s early warning system worked effectively as there were few casualties despite the obvious infrastructure damage, injuries, and livestock losses. Relevance: GS Paper 1: Geographical phenomena – […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 June 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 June 2023 Contents Cyclone Warnings Prevent Disaster Context: Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan were recently devastated by Cyclone Biparjoy, a powerful and incredibly destructive cyclonic cyclone; India successfully lessened the effects of the catastrophe. The IMD’s early warning system worked effectively as there were few casualties despite the obvious infrastructure […]
National Time Release Study (NTRS) 2023 Report
Context: Recently, the chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) along with other Members of the Board released the National Time Release Study (NTRS) 2023 report. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: National Time Release Study (NTRS) 2023 Some highlights from the report: -Source: The Hindu
Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT)
Context: Recently, the Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT), a unique space telescope developed by Pune’s Inter-University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) has been delivered to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope The SUIT (Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope) is an instrument […]
Stock Limits on Wheat and Pulses
Context: The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution has recently implemented restrictions on the quantity of wheat that traders, wholesalers, retailers, big chain retailers, and processors can stock. These measures aim to ensure food security and prevent hoarding and unfair speculation. Additionally, the ministry has invoked the Essential Commodities Act (ECA), 1955 to […]
About Monkeypox Virus – Zoonotic disease
Context: Recently, there has been an increase in reported cases of Monkeypox from some countries, particularly in Southeast Asia and the Western Pacific Region. Relevance: GS II-Health Dimensions of the Article: About Monkeypox virus Zoonotic disease Transmission: Symptoms and treatment Treatment: -Source: The Hindu
Everything About Central Bureau of Investigation
Context: Recently, the Tamil Nadu government has announced that it has withdrawn the general consent given to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), under Section 6 of the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, 1946. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Constitution, Governance Dimensions of the Article: Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) CBI has following divisions How […]
Miyawaki Forests: A Unique Approach to Afforestation
Context: PM Modi during his latest ‘Mann ki baat’ episode spoke about Miyawaki plantation, the Japanese method of creating dense urban forests in a small area. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Miyawaki Forests: A Unique Approach to Afforestation Methodology Development: Dense and Multi-layered Forests: Plant Diversity: Low Maintenance: Self-sustainability and Rapid Growth: […]