Current Affairs Quiz 26 November 2024
Reang Tribe – Historical Background
Context: The ethnic Reang community has demanded that Tripura declare a holiday on Hojagiri Day, which celebrates the traditional Hojagiri dance. Relevance: GS I: History Reang Tribe Historical Background Cultural and Social Structure Religious Beliefs and Practices Cultural Contributions -Source: The Hindu
Kanhirapoil Megalithic Site in Kerala
Context: A remarkable archaeological discovery has come to light at Kanhirapoil in Madikkai panchayat in Kerala state and experts believe these carvings date back to the Megalithic period. Relevance: GS I: History Kanhirapoil Megalithic Site in Kerala Major Archaeological Findings: Insights into Megaliths Types of Megalithic Structures: Historical Context and Distribution: -Source: The Hindu
Global Negotiations in Busan Aim
Context: In a significant step toward global environmental governance, representatives from over 170 countries are convening in Busan, South Korea, for the fifth and final round of negotiations aimed at establishing a legally binding treaty to combat plastic pollution, including its detrimental effects on marine environments. This initiative follows a commitment made during the 2022 […]
About Satyendra Nath Bose
Context: Recently, the centenary of ‘Bose-Einstein’ statistics was celebrated, honouring Satyendra Nath Bose’s groundbreaking work on particle indistinguishability. His contributions laid the foundation for key advancements in quantum mechanics, including the Bose-Einstein Condensate, and continue to shape modern physics. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Satyendra Nath Bose During World war I: Association with Einstein Invention of Boson Return to India -Source: […]
2024 Index Report Assesses Pharmaceutical Efforts in Expanding Access to Medicine
Context: The Access to Medicine Foundation recently released its 2024 Index Report, which evaluates the efforts of pharmaceutical companies to improve access to medicines in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). This assessment highlights the various strategies and initiatives pharmaceutical companies are undertaking to address health care disparities despite persistent challenges. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions […]
Current Affairs 26 November 2024
CONTENTS 2024 Index Report Assesses Pharmaceutical Efforts in Expanding Access to Medicine Context: The Access to Medicine Foundation recently released its 2024 Index Report, which evaluates the efforts of pharmaceutical companies to improve access to medicines in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). This assessment highlights the various strategies and initiatives pharmaceutical companies are undertaking to […]
PIB Summaries 26 November 2024
CONTENTS Narasapuram Lace Craft Context: The famous Narasapuram lace craft has bagged the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Narsapur Lace Craft Location and Historical Significance: Craftsmanship and Techniques: Economic and Cultural Impact: Geographical Indications (GI) Tag Definition and Importance: Administration and Registration: Significance and Examples: Ownership and […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 26 November 2024
Contents: Feminist Ideology in India’s Constitutional Discourse Relevance: GS 2(Indian Polity ) Practice Question:Discuss the role of the Uniform civil code in ensuring gender equality. Suggest key measures for its implementation. (250 Words) Feminist Influence in the Constituent Assembly: Challenges : Intersectional Alliances: Social Reforms: Uniform Civil Code (UCC): Post-Independence Gender Equality: The Continuing Struggle […]