Current Affairs Quiz 31 October 2024
Current Affairs 31 October 2024
CONTENTS Record Rs 1,00,000 Crore Spent in Lok Sabha 2024 Elections Context: A report from the Centre for Media Studies (CMS) has revealed that political parties spent a combined total of approximately Rs 1,00,000 crores in the general elections for Lok Sabha 2024. CMS, a not-for-profit organization focused on promoting responsive governance and equitable development, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 31 October 2024
Content : Tackle the Issue of Adjournments, case pendency Frequent adjournments and case backlogs have burdened the Indian judiciary, delaying justice and eroding public trust, especially for vulnerable communities. Addressing this requires systemic reforms in judicial capacity, procedural efficiency, and infrastructure. Relevance: GS 2 (Indian Judiciary ) Practice Question:Discuss the impact of frequent adjournments and […]
PIB Summaries 31 October 2024
CONTENTS Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Context: The President of India paid homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary. Relevance: GS I- Modern History About Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Statue of Unity Civil Registration System (CRS) Mobile App Context: Union Home Minister recently launched the Civil Registration System (CRS) mobile application to “integrate technology with governance. […]
Static Quiz 31 October 2024 (Indian Economy)
Nature and Challenges of Dyslexia
Context: Recently, as part of the nation-wide ‘Act4Dyslexia’ campaign, key monuments in Delhi, including Rashtrapati Bhawan, Parliament House, North and South Blocks, and India Gate, have been illuminated in red, the colour for Dyslexia Awareness. Relevance: GS II: Health Dyslexia: An Overview Nature and Challenges of Dyslexia: Causes and Inheritance: Legal and Educational Framework: -Source: […]
Finance Ministry Report Indicates Slowdown in Urban Demand for H1 FY25
Context: The latest monthly economic review from the Finance Ministry reveals a slowdown in urban demand, as evidenced by several economic indicators during the first half of FY25. The report outlines key factors influencing India’s changing economic landscape, pinpointing both challenges and potential areas for growth. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: […]
Report Highlights Money Laundering Threats to India’s Online Gaming Sector
Context: A report by the Digital India Foundation (DIF) has identified money laundering as a significant threat undermining the integrity and long-term success of the Indian online gaming industry. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings from the Report on Money Laundering in Online Gaming Growth and Impact of the […]
Overview of Tardigrades
Context: A team of researchers has identified the genetic mechanisms that help a newly discovered species of tardigrades (Hypsibius henanensis) withstand high levels of radiation. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of Tardigrades Tardigrades, commonly known as water bears or moss piglets, are minuscule, eight-legged creatures that belong to the Tardigrada phylum. Globally, there are approximately […]
Sohrai Painting An Indigenous Artistic Heritage
Context: The Prime Minister of India gifted Sohrai painting to the Russian President during the recently held BRICS summit in Kazan. Relevance: GS I: History Sohrai Painting: An Indigenous Artistic Heritage Origins and Cultural Significance: Themes and Techniques: Modern Recognition and Celebrations: -Source: The Hindu