Current Affairs Quiz 31 January 2024
Current Affairs 31 January 2024
CONTENTS Sub-Categorization of Scheduled Castes (SCs) Context: The Indian government has set up a high-level committee, led by the Cabinet Secretary, to address the issue of dominant Scheduled Caste (SC) communities receiving more benefits than the most backward ones. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Legal Aspects of Sub-Categorization of Scheduled Castes: A Judicial Journey Attempts by States: Judicial […]
PIB Summaries 31 January 2024
CONTENTS National Conference on Technical Textiles Context: The Ministry of Textiles, in collaboration with the Government of Andhra Pradesh, hosted a National Conference on Technical Textiles in Vijayawada. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Conference Highlights Significance About Technical Textiles Significance and Potential Applications of Technical Textiles About National Technical Textiles Mission […]
Static Quiz 31 January 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 31 January 2024
CONTENTS Drones can Revolutionise the Agriculture Sector Context: The utilization of drones has the potential to transform the agricultural sector. The government’s focus on precision agriculture indicates that drones are on the verge of becoming a crucial element in farming practices. In Punjab, where drones were previously associated with illicit activities along the border, there […]
Rural India Deserves Better Schooling
Context: The recent release of the ‘Annual Status of Education Report’ (ASER) by the NGO Pratham has once again captured the attention of those concerned with education and India’s journey toward becoming a knowledge society. Relevance: GS2- Education Mains Question: The recently released Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) suggests that despite the Government’s support, the urgency for […]
Populism Does not Help Public Health
Context: In the midst of the bustling cities and serene villages of India, a silent yet significant battle is being fought on the frontlines of public health. The narrative is not dominated by the sensational victories of curative medicine but rather by the understated successes in preventing diseases like smallpox (still under surveillance despite eradication), polio, […]
About UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Context: The “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” will be India’s nomination for recognition as UNESCO World Heritage List for the year 2024-25. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Maratha Military Landscapes of India: Architectural Marvels Historical Context Geographical Integration Fort Selection Fort Categories Military Ideology World Heritage Nomination Current World Heritage Sites in […]
What is Beating Retreat Ceremony
Context: The Prime Minister attended the Beating Retreat Ceremony. Relevance GS II- Polity and Governance Dimensions of this article: What is Beating Retreat Ceremony? How has the ceremony evolved?
Current Affairs Quiz 30 January 2024