Current Affairs Quiz 06 August 2024
Current Affairs 06 August 2024
CONTENTS Innovative Breakthroughs in Rice and Wheat Cultivation Context: Agricultural scientists and policymakers have been focused on developing sustainable farming techniques for rice and wheat that minimize water usage and eliminate the need for burning straw or extensive land preparation. Recent advancements have led to the creation of new rice and wheat varieties that are […]
India’s Population and Sustainability
Context: There is much discussion and debate surrounding India’s immense population. Many are expressing concerns that this growing population could become a significant challenge for the nation’s future. As of January 2024, India’s population stood at 1.44 billion and has likely increased slightly since then. Over the past decade, the population has been expanding at a […]
The Issue of Institutional Violence
Context: India’s electoral system reveals a striking contrast. In the world’s largest democratic exercise, 642 million voters participated, with women making up more than half. Yet, in a nation where 90 rapes are reported daily, few of the 2,823 election candidates prioritized women’s safety in their agendas. For those who did, their efforts were inconsistent and […]
Astra Missile: Advancing Indian Air Power
Context: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has given clearance to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) to produce 200 Astra air-to-air missiles for its Su-3O and LCA Tejas fighter aircraft. Relevance: GS III: Defence Astra Missile: Advancing Indian Air Power
Resumption of Tur Dal Imports from Mozambique Following Disruption
Context: India has resumed importing Tur dal (Pigeon pea) from Mozambique following a temporary halt caused by disruptions from an “anti-India” group. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Overview of Tur Dal (Pigeon Pea) in India Characteristics of Tur Dal Climatic Requirements for Tur Dal Challenges in Cultivation Production Statistics Current State of […]
PIB Summaries 06 August 2024
CONTENTS Resumption of Tur Dal Imports from Mozambique Following Disruption Context: India has resumed importing Tur dal (Pigeon pea) from Mozambique following a temporary halt caused by disruptions from an “anti-India” group. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Overview of Tur Dal (Pigeon Pea) in India Characteristics of Tur Dal Climatic Requirements for […]
Static Quiz 06 August 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 06 August 2024
CONTENTS The Issue of Institutional Violence, Addressing it Context: India’s electoral system reveals a striking contrast. In the world’s largest democratic exercise, 642 million voters participated, with women making up more than half. Yet, in a nation where 90 rapes are reported daily, few of the 2,823 election candidates prioritized women’s safety in their agendas. […]