PIB Summaries 21 September 2024
CONTENTS Indian Navy Announces Second Women Circumnavigation Expedition Context: The Indian Navy has announced its second all-women circumnavigation expedition and unveiled the official expedition logo, marking a significant step in promoting women’s participation in maritime endeavors. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Indian Navy’s All-Women Circumnavigation Expedition Launch of Swabhav Swachhata Sanskaar Swachhata (4S) 2024 Campaign Context: […]
UPSC Mains 2024 General Studies Paper I
UPSC MAINS GENERAL STUDIES PAPER – 1 MAINS 2024 GENERAL STUDIES PAPER – 1 1 . Underline the changes in the field of society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period. (Answer in 150 words) Introduction: The Vedic period is divided into two phases: the Rig Vedic (1500-1000 BCE) and Later […]
Essay Question Paper: UPSC Civil Services Main Exam (Written) 2024
Click Here For UPSC CSE Mains 2024 Essay Paper Analysis Write two essays, choosing one topic from each of the following Sections A and B, in about 1000-1200 words each: Section A Section B
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 21 September 2024
Contents: For Liberty, By Law Context: The Supreme Court of India has, in recent decisions, reiterated the constitutional right to personal liberty by emphasizing the importance of bail as a fundamental safeguard. A recent case examined the limits of restrictive statutory provisions on personal liberty, focusing on laws like the Prevention of Money Laundering Act […]
Static Quiz 21 September 2024 (Polity)
Current Affairs Quiz 20 September 2024
Overview of NPS Vatsalya Scheme
Context: Recently, the union Finance Minister officially launched the NPS Vatsalya scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Overview of NPS Vatsalya Scheme: Eligibility Criteria: Investment Options and Returns: Conversion and Maturity: Withdrawal Guidelines: Protocols upon Death of a Subscriber: -Source: The Hindu
Real Estate Investment Trusts
Context: The Indian REITs Association (IRA) recently launched Data Benchmarking Institutions (DBIs) to provide investors with detailed information on real estate investment trusts (REITs). Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs): REITs in India: -Source: The Hindu
Current Space Initiatives Approved by India’s Cabinet
Context: The Union Cabinet has sanctioned a substantial investment, amounting to over ₹22,750 crore, for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to propel four key space missions anticipated in the coming years. This funding aligns with ISRO’s ambitious Vision 2047, aiming to advance India’s position in global space endeavors and foster technological innovations within the […]
Climate Change Impacts Tea Prices in India
Context: The tea industry in India, particularly in Assam and West Bengal, has experienced a significant price surge of approximately 13% in 2024. This increase is directly attributed to a notable reduction in tea production this year. Analysts and industry experts point to extreme weather events and broader climate change as the primary causes behind […]