Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 August 2024
CONTENTS The Environmental Costs of Hydropower Projects Context: While Wayanad in Kerala is gradually returning to normal after last month’s devastating landslide, a landslide in Sikkim on Tuesday caused damage to six houses and a building belonging to the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) at its Teesta-5 hydropower station in Gangtok. Relevance: GS3- Mains Question: […]
About Court of Arbitration for Sport
Context: Recently, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) upheld Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics for exceeding the weight limit by 100 grams. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) Functions of CAS Types of Disputes Addressed Eligibility to File a Case -Source: Hindustan Times
About South American lungfish
Context: Recent study revealed that the South American lungfish genome grew massively during the past 100 million years. Relevance: Facts for Prelims South American Lungfish: Genetic Characteristics: Historical and Biological Insights: Adaptive Features: -Source: The Hindu
About Parvovirus B19
Context: The US centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued a healthy advisory due to concerning rise in cases of parvovirus B19. Relevance: GS II: Health Parvovirus B19: Transmission Methods: Potential Complications: Symptoms of Parvovirus B19: Treatment Approaches: -Source: Indian Express
Maharashtra Launches Ladki Bahin Yojana for Women’s Empowerment
Context: The Government of Maharashtra has introduced the Ladki Bahin Yojana, also known as the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, a key welfare initiative aimed at supporting women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This scheme is designed to provide financial assistance to these women, facilitating their journey towards self-reliance and socio-economic development. Through such measures, the […]
Study Predicts Dramatic Rise in Global Cancer Cases and Deaths by 2050
Context: A recent publication in the journal “Cancer” has revealed a concerning forecast for global health, predicting an 84.3% increase in cancer cases among men and a 93.2% rise in cancer deaths by the year 2050, relative to the data from 2022. This significant expected increase highlights a severe public health challenge that will demand […]
Report Reveals Deceptive Patterns in Indian Apps
Context: The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI), in partnership with Parallel, a product design studio, has recently published a report detailing the widespread use of deceptive design patterns in major Indian applications. The study identifies the use of one or more of twelve specific deceptive or “dark” patterns that manipulate user behavior. These findings […]
Climate Change Impacts on Panama Canal Operations
Context: The Panama Canal, an essential artery for global maritime trade, is currently facing operational challenges due to persistent drought conditions amplified by climate change. The drought has notably decreased water levels in Lake Gatun, which is crucial for the canal’s operation. This reduction in water levels has sparked extensive discussions on developing long-term strategies […]
Current Affairs Quiz 21 August 2024
Current Affairs 21 August 2024
CONTENTS Climate Change Impacts on Panama Canal Operations Context: The Panama Canal, an essential artery for global maritime trade, is currently facing operational challenges due to persistent drought conditions amplified by climate change. The drought has notably decreased water levels in Lake Gatun, which is crucial for the canal’s operation. This reduction in water levels […]