Current Affairs Quiz 23 September 2023
Current Affairs 23 September 2023
CONTENTS Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface Context: The Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface (PM WANI) scheme is set to revolutionize public Wi-Fi in India. PM-WANI can be a potential game-changer for India’s digital public infrastructure. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: PM-WANI: Empowering Public Wi-Fi in India Key Components: Four Key Elements: PM-WANI comprises […]
PIB Summaries 23 September 2023
CONTENTS National Medical Commission (NMC) Receives 10-Year Recognition from WFME for Excellence in Medical Education Context: The National Medical Commission (NMC) in India has received a prestigious 10-year recognition from the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME), signifying the highest standards in medical education and accreditation. This recognition underscores NMC’s dedication to maintaining top-tier standards […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 September 2023
CONTENTS: Supreme Court Varying Bench Strength Context: CJI Chandrachud has announced that constitution benches with varying sizes will now be a permanent fixture within the Supreme Court. This long-awaited reform should be prioritized and fast-tracked. Relevance: GS2-Polity Mains Question: What is the rationale behind having constitution benches with varying sizes in the Supreme Court? How […]
Static Quiz 23 September 2023 (Geography)
Important River Of ASIA
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 […]