Static Quiz 09 February 2024 (Polity)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 February 2024
CONTENTS Global Data Protection Index Context: The latest findings from the Global Data Protection Index (GDPI) emphasize the crucial need to remain vigilant in safeguarding data in the contemporary digitally transformed landscape. Successfully navigating the intricate realm of data protection poses a significant challenge, necessitating a steadfast commitment to comprehending all potential risks that could […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 February 2024
Contents: Downloading Child Pornography – a serious offence under the IT Act Context: Recently, the Madras High court held that downloading child pornography was not an offence under Section 67B of the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: About the recent judgement: S. Harish vs Inspector […]
About India’s Millet Exports
Focus: GS III- Agriculture Why in News? The year 2023 was celebrated as the International Year of Millets (IYM – 2023). Agricultural and Processed Foods Export Development Authority (APEDA) Nodal: Ministry of Commerce and Industry Functions: Millets: About: Production of Millets: Benefits of Millets:
Logistics Performance Index LPI Report
Focus: GS III: Indian Economy Why in News? The Gati Shakti, a National Master Plan for multimodal connectivity has significantly contributed to the improvement of India’s rank in World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index Report 2023. About PM Gati Shakti: About Logistics Performance Index (LPI):
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged
Context: The Reserve Bank of India, in its recently published bi-monthly monetary policy announced to keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.5 percent. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What is the repo rate? Why is the repo rate such a crucial monetary tool? How does the repo rate work? What impact […]
About 7th Indian Ocean Conference
Context: External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar will address the inaugural session of the 7th Indian Ocean Conference that will be held on February 9, 2024. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About 7th Indian Ocean Conference: About Indian Ocean Conference The Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) is an annual event that has […]
Uttarakhand Assembly Passes Uniform Civil Code
Context: Recently, the Uttarakhand Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code. The bill imposes common rules for all communities (excluding Scheduled Tribes) on marriage, divorce, inheritances, and live-in relationships. Relevance: GS II- Polity Dimensions of the Article: What is Uniform Civil Code (UCC)? Article 44 is one of the Directive Principles of State Policy. These, as defined […]
World’s Hottest January On Record
Context: The world just experienced its hottest January on record, a significant indicator of fuelling Climate Change. Relevance: GS-III: Environment and Ecology (Climate Change and its impact, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Conservation of the Environment) Dimensions of the Article: Key points: Evolution of climate change Recent examples Causes of Climate Change The causes for climate […]
India-China Trade Reach Record Levels
Context: The India and China bilateral trade hits record in 2023, which surpassed the figures in 2022. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (International trade), GS-II: International Relations (India and its Neighbors) Dimensions of the Article: Highlights of the latest data on India-China trade in 2023: Understanding what we import and what we export to China India’s […]