Dancing Frogs
Context: According to the Wildlife Trust of India the dancing frogs are the most threatened amphibian genus of India. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dancing Frogs: Behavior: Ecological Significance:
About The Baiga Tribe
Context: Recently, the Baiga Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) became the second to get habitat rights in the state of Chhattisgarh. Relevance: GS II: Vulnerable Sections Dimensions of the Article: Baiga Tribe: Habitat Rights: Habitat rights recognition bestows upon a community specific rights over their customary habitation territory. These rights encompass socio-cultural practices, economic and […]
GI tag for Arunachal Yak Churpi
Context: Arunachal Pradesh has recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Arunachal Yak Churpi, Khaw Tai (Khamti rice), and Tangsa textile. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Unique Characteristics of Arunachal Yak Churpi: Distinctive Features of Khaw Tai (Khamti Rice): Special Characteristics of Tangsa Textile: Geographical Indications (GI) Tag Definition and Importance: Administration and […]
About Indian Ocean Rim Association
Context: Sri Lanka is set to take over the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) during the 23rd Council of Ministers’ Meeting scheduled for 11th October, 2023, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It will hold the chairmanship of the association from 2023 to 2025. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Indian Ocean Rim Association: Priority areas Indian Ocean Rim […]
RBI’s Decision in the Recent MPC Meeting: Keeping Repo Rate Unchanged
Context: Recently, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its bimonthly Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Meeting has retained benchmark interest rates unchanged for the 4th time in a row. The MPC kept the policy Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.50%. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Takeaways from the MPC Meeting In the most recent MPC (Monetary Policy Committee) meeting, several […]
Amphibians Face Extinction Threat
Context: Recently, the study titled ‘Ongoing declines for the world’s amphibians in the face of emerging threats’ published in the Nature journal reveals significant threats to Amphibians worldwide particularly from Climate Change. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Amphibians Face Extinction Threat: Extinctions: Common Threats: Climate Change Concerns: Salamanders at Risk: Amphibian Orders: Conservation […]
Mera Yuva Bharat
Context: Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of an autonomous body called Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat). Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) – A Platform for Youth Empowerment Key Features: The Need for Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)
Outcome GST Council Meeting
Context: The GST Council, on the last Saturday, addressed numerous ambiguities in tax treatment that have persisted since the launch of the indirect tax regime in July 2017. Relevance: GS3-Economy Mains Question: Stressing on the outcomes of the recent GST Council meeting, analyse what more can be done to address the concerns that still hamper the […]
RTI Act: Time to Make it More Effective
Context: The Right to Information (RTI) Act, enacted on October 12, 2005, initially played a crucial role in unveiling scandals and promoting systemic reforms. However, there is a pressing need for significant adjustments to the RTI rules to prevent misuse and reduce challenges to decisions by the Central Information Commission (CIC) in courts. Relevance: GS2- Important […]
Lakhpati Didi Initiative
Context: Prime Minister recently chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress made in realising his dream of making 2 crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’ in India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Lakhpati Didi Initiative About Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihood Mission: The objective of the Mission is to promote sustainable […]