PIB Summaries 17 August 2024
CONTENTS PM SHRI Schools and Prerana Programme Context: Recently, the Union Minister of Education interacted with students, teachers, parents of PM SHRI Schools and alumni of Prerana Programmes. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About PM SHRI Schools: Implementation strategy Beneficiaries Key features Aim: About Prerana Programme: Educational Approach: Objectives […]
Static Quiz 17 August 2024 (History)
Understanding the Difference Between Cruise and Ballistic Missiles
INTRODUCTION: Missiles are a crucial part of a country’s defence arsenal, and two of the most commonly used types are cruise and ballistic missiles. While both are used for attacking targets, they differ significantly in their design, functionality, and application. In this blog, we’ll explore the key differences between cruise and ballistic missiles. […]
The Veto Powers of the President of India
INTRODUCTION The President of India, the head of state, plays a crucial role in the country’s governance. One of the significant powers vested in the President is the veto power, which enables them to influence legislation. This constitutional provision ensures that the President can shape the laws of the land, ensuring they align with […]
Definition of Natural Disasters
Natural disasters are extreme, sudden events caused by environmental factors that result in significant damage to life, property, and the environment. They occur due to natural processes of the Earth and can disrupt normal life, leading to economic and humanitarian crises Types of Natural Disasters: 1. Geological Disasters: Earthquakes : Sudden release of energy […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 17 August 2024
CONTENTS The Essence of India’s Inflation Problem Context: The Economic Survey presented before this year’s Union Budget makes a significant suggestion with implications for inflation control. It proposes removing food prices from the inflation target that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is responsible for managing. In technical terms, this would mean shifting the focus […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 16 August 2024
CONTENTS How can Traffic which causes Air Pollution be Controlled? Context: A recent report highlighted that 83 of the world’s 100 most polluted cities are in India. Another study from the British Medical Journal estimated that air pollution caused 2.1 million deaths in India, the second-highest number globally after China. Alarmingly, over 99% of the […]
Current Affairs 14 August 2024
Contents: Bangladesh resident to get citizenship under CAA Context: A Hindu man, resident of Bangladesh has become the first person in northeast India to get citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act of 2019. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Governance (Citizenship, Government Policies and Interventions, Issues arising out of the design and implementation of these policies) Dimensions […]
Static Quiz 14 August 2024 (Economy)
Current Affairs Quiz 14 August 2024
