About the Pterygotrigla Intermedica
Context: Recently, the scientists of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of vibrant orange-colored deep-water marine fish from Digha Mohana in West Bengal. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: Pterygotrigla Intermedica: A Unique Gurnard Species Distinct Characteristics: Key Facts About Zoological Survey of India: -Source: Down […]
Controversy Surrounding the Terms Socialist and Secular in the Constitution
Context: The main opposition party in the Lok Sabha has alleged that the words “socialist” and “secular” were absent from the copies of the Indian Constitution’s Preamble provided to Members of Parliament. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Preamble Significance of the Preamble of the Constitution: Text of the Original Preamble […]
Hoysala Temples – Key Facts
Context: The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysala, the famed Hoysala temples of Belur, Halebid and Somanathapur in Karnataka have been added to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage list. This inclusion marks the 42nd UNESCO World Heritage Site in India Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Hoysala Temples – Key Facts Chennakeshava Temple […]
Escalating Tensions Between India and Canada
Context: Tensions between India and Canada escalated after Canadian Prime Minister accused India of involvement in the killing of a Khalistani leader in Surrey in June 2023. India denied the allegations and accused Canada of sheltering Khalistani extremists. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What is the Khalistan movement? When and why […]
Perks and Entitlements of Recognized National and State Parties
Context: Despite the allotment of bungalows being cancelled years ago, many recognised national and state parties continue their unauthorised occupation of the properties given to them. This was revealed by the official records obtained under Right to Information. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Background: What are national parties entitled to? […]
Census Delimitation Exercise After 2024 Election
Context: The Lok Sabha has passed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Constitution One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, which proposes a 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. Home Minister Shah mentioned during the debate that census and delimitation activities will commence after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Relevance GS I: […]
About The A PM Kisan
Context: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare launched an AI chatbot — the first of its kind to be integrated with a major flagship scheme of the central government — for the PM-KISAN Scheme. Relevance: GS II- Welfare Schemes Dimensions of the Article: About PM KISAN Nodal: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Some of the […]
About The SHREYAS Scheme
Context: The Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS) initiative has been a cornerstone in India’s efforts to empower students from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) by providing them access to quality education. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: SHREYAS: Empowering Education for OBC & EBC Students Sub-Schemes: The SHREYAS umbrella scheme […]
Coal Availability In India
Context: An 11 percent deficit in the monsoon season compared to the long-term average, along with a significant 36 percent shortfall in August, has led to an increased demand for electricity. Simultaneously, this has put pressure on the sources of power supply. As a result, there has been a heavy reliance on coal-fired power generation to meet the […]
World Health Organization Publication On Hypertension
Context: Worldwide, approximately one-third of the population experiences hypertension, and an alarming four out of five individuals fail to maintain proper control over this condition, as reported in the inaugural World Health Organization (WHO) publication on hypertension, unveiled in September. Relevance: GS2-Health Mains Question: India’s strategy in dealing with hypertension has been largely inadequate. Analyse. (10 marks, […]