Current Affairs Quiz 08 July 2024
About The Groynes
Context: In a bid to resolve the extensive coastal erosion in Poonthura region in Kerala, the irrigation department is all set to construct eight groynes at a cost of Rs 17.5 crore. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Groynes Groynes are coastal structures designed to manage shoreline erosion and sediment movement. Here are some key points about […]
About Zorawar Light Tank
Context: Recently, defence officials said that the prototype of the country’s indigenous light tank Zorawar is ready and will soon be subjected to extensive trials. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Zorawar Light Tank: The Zorawar Light Tank, named after the 19th-century military general Zorawar Singh Kahluria, is an indigenously designed and developed tank jointly created […]
About People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR)
Context: Thazhakara has become the first grama panchayat in Alappuzha and one of the first in Kerala to update and publish a comprehensive People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR) with the involvement of local communities. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR) Importance and Objectives: Status of Biodiversity Management […]
About Genome Sequencing
Context: Recently, a report published in the journal Nature revealed that a team of archaeologists and scientists from Germany, Mexico, Spain, the U.K. and the US has sequenced genetic material obtained from the human remains found from an ancient burial place. Relevance: GS III- Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Genome Sequencing: Genome sequencing is figuring […]
Key Highlights from the SCO Summit 2024
Context: Recently the 2024 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit was concluded in Astana, Kazakhstan and brought together leaders from across the region. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key highlights from the SCO Summit 2024: What is the SCO? Member states Main goals Focus areas: Organizational structure of SCO The SCO secretariat has two permanent bodies — […]
Draft Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers
Context: Recently, the Karnataka government published the draft of the Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, making it the second Indian State to initiate such a move, the first being Rajasthan. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Key Features of the Draft Bill The draft Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers […]
ISRO Astronauts to Join Axiom-4 Mission to ISS
Context: As part of the Axiom-4 mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has shortlisted two of its four trained Gaganyaan astronauts to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Axiom-4 Mission: Overview: Launch and Objectives: Scientific Focus: Key Features: Long-Term Vision: About International […]
Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)
Context: Union Minister of Home Affairs and Cooperation Amit Shah urged stakeholders in cooperative societies to support the establishment of primary agricultural credit societies (PACS) in all villages and blocks of the country. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Summary of the recent announcements regarding cooperatives by Union Minister of Home Affairs […]
What is the Smart Cities Mission?
Context: Recently, the Central Government has decided to extend the deadline for Smart Cities Mission till 31st March 2025. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: What is the Smart Cities Mission? What kinds of projects were proposed? Challenges Faced by the Smart City Mission: Lack of Clear Definition: Sidelining Elected Representatives: Competitive Selection Process: […]