Multiple Independently Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) Technology
Context: On March 11, the Indian Prime Minister declared India’s entry into a select group of nations capable of deploying multiple nuclear warheads on a single missile. This milestone was achieved through the inaugural flight test of Agni-V, India’s longest-range ballistic missile, boasting a range of over 5,000 kilometers. Relevance: GS3- Mains Question: The choice […]
About World Water Day and Women
Context: Despite significant strides in expanding access to water in households across India, findings from the National Sample Survey 78th round multiple indicator survey (2020-21) reveal that more than 41% of rural households still lack access to safely managed drinking water within their homes. Moreover, there are persistent geographical disparities in household access to safe water, […]
Current Affairs 22 March 2024
CONTENTS World Air Quality Report 2023 Context: India has been identified as the world’s third most polluted country, as per the World Air Quality Report 2023 by Swiss organisation IQAir. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the World Air Quality Report 2023: WHO Air Quality Guidelines: Pollutants Covered: Particulate Matter (PM): -Source: The Hindu […]
PIB Summaries 22 March 2024
CONTENTS Launch of Digital Criminal Case Management System (CCMS) and ‘Sankalan’ App Context: The Ministry of Home Affairs has taken a significant step forward in bolstering India’s capabilities against terrorism and organized crime. In New Delhi, they inaugurated a digital Criminal Case Management System (CCMS) developed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). This system aims […]
Static Quiz 22 March 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 March 2024
CONTENTS World Water Day and Women Context: Despite significant strides in expanding access to water in households across India, findings from the National Sample Survey 78th round multiple indicator survey (2020-21) reveal that more than 41% of rural households still lack access to safely managed drinking water within their homes. Moreover, there are persistent geographical […]