Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Context: Health experts list the causes of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease beyond smoking, including environmental toxins, genetic predispositions, and occupational hazards. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Causes of COPD: Signs and Symptoms: Associated Risks: Treatment Approach: -Source: The Hindu
Market Access Initiative (MAI) Scheme
Context: Ahead of the interim Budget 2024, exporters have urged the government to allocate funds worth $3.88 billion for the Market Access Initiative (MAI) scheme. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Market Access Initiative (MAI) Scheme: Export Promotion Catalyst: Focus on Specific Products and Markets: Target Beneficiaries: Scope of Assistance: Eligible Agencies: […]
Free Movement Regime To End At Myanmar Border
Context: The Home Minister recently said the Free Movement Regime (FMR) agreement with Myanmar would be reconsidered to stop border residents from moving into each other’s country without any paperwork. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Free Movement Regime (FMR) between India and Myanmar: A Shift in Policy Introduction to FMR: Historical […]
Reforms Needed in India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Tags Journey
Context: India’s Geographical Indication (GI) tags journey of over two decades faces challenges, with limited outcomes indicating the need for reforms in the registration processes. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Geographical Indications (GI) Tag Definition and Importance: Administration and Registration: Significance and Examples: Ownership and Proprietorship: Location of the Geographical Indications Registry: Concerns Regarding […]
Sri Sri Auniati Satra Vaishnavite Monastery
Context: Sri Sri Auniati Satra is a more than 350-year-old Vaishnavite monastery in Assam’s Majuli district. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Key Facts about Sri Sri Auniati Satra Vaishnavite Monastery Establishment and Historical Significance: Vaishnavism and Satra: Geographical Location: Religious Significance: Cultural Heritage Preservation: Educational and Spiritual Activities: Bhaona and Traditional Arts: Vaishnavism: Definition: […]
Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi Mosque Matter
Context: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in its scientific survey report on the Gyanvapi mosque complex has concluded that “there existed a Hindu temple prior to the construction of the existing structure” at the site. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi Mosque Matter: Unraveling the Legal History Origin […]
Revamping Higher Education Accreditation
Context: The Central government plans to overhaul the accreditation system for higher educational institutes by the end of the year. It aims to replace the current practice of assigning a score and corresponding grade with a binary system. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: About National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) […]
India-France Bilateral Ties
Context: Given the circumstances surrounding the invitation extended to French President Emmanuel Macron, his recent visit to India was always expected to focus more on symbolism and ceremony rather than substantive matters. Macron, the sixth French President to participate in Republic Day celebrations, filled the void left when U.S. President declined the invitation. Relevance: Mains […]
Aadhaar Based Pay a Bad Idea for MGNREGS
Context: On January 1, the Rural Development Ministry mandated the use of Aadhaar-Based Payment Systems (ABPS) in the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). Despite multiple deadline extensions by the Union government, and numerous memorandums from workers urging the Ministry not to make ABPS compulsory, the decision was implemented. Relevance: GS-2 GS-3 Mains […]
PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme
Context: A total of ₹32.44 Crore has been released for Pre-matric Scholarships and ₹387.27 Crore for Post-Matric Scholarships to States/Union Territories (UTs) under the PM YASASVI scheme in 2023. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme (PM YASASVI): Empowering Students for Academic Excellence Scholarship Target Groups: Scholarship Phases: Opportunity […]