Static Quiz 29 November 2024 (Environment)
Global Matchmaking Platform Overview
Context: Recently, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Climate Club launched the Global Matchmaking Platform (GMP). Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Global Matchmaking Platform (GMP) Origin and Purpose: Function and Connectivity: Support and Collaboration: Organizational Structure and Support: Significance: -Source: The Hindu
About Sjögren’s Disease
Context: Experts say that Sjogren’s disease in India is a silent epidemic, underdiagnosed and poorly understood. Relevance: GS II: Health About Sjögren’s disease: Sjögren’s disease is an autoimmune condition characterized by the immune system’s attack on the body’s moisture-producing glands. Here are some essential details about this disorder: -Source: The Hindu
About The Black Thrips
Context: After a year’s gap, the dreaded black thrips infestation has surfaced in the chilli crop once again around Ballari in Karnataka. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Black thrips Black thrips, known for their invasive nature, first appeared in India in 2015 on Papaya crops. Here are some key details about this pest: -Source: The Hindu
Sambhal Mosque Dispute Overview
Context: At least four people have been killed and numerous others injured in the violence that has erupted in Sambhal, western Uttar Pradesh, since a district court ordered a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Sambhal Mosque Dispute Overview Petition and Claims: Legal and Cultural […]
WIPO Member States Adopt Design Law Treaty in Riyadh
Context: Member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), including India, recently adopted the Design Law Treaty (DLT) during the Diplomatic Conference held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Design Law Treaty The Design Law Treaty (DLT) is an international legal framework proposed to standardize and simplify […]
Supreme Court Questions Accuracy of Satellite Data on Farm Fires
Context; The Supreme Court of India has recently raised concerns about the discrepancies in satellite data concerning farm fires, provided by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). This data is essential for monitoring air quality in regions such as Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana, where stubble burning significantly impacts air pollution levels. Relevance: GS III: […]
Current Affairs 28 November 2024
CONTENTS Supreme Court Questions Accuracy of Satellite Data on Farm Fires Context: The Supreme Court of India has recently raised concerns about the discrepancies in satellite data concerning farm fires, provided by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). This data is essential for monitoring air quality in regions such as Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana, […]
PIB Summaries 28 November 2024
CONTENTS India Boosts Innovation with Enhanced Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 Context: The Union Cabinet has endorsed the continuation and expansion of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), operated under the auspices of NITI Aayog, with a significantly increased budget of Rs. 2,750 crore. This funding is set to support the newly launched AIM 2.0, which aims […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 November 2024
Contents: Ban this carcinogenic ‘heart-burn’ drug Relevance : GS 2 (Health , Governance ) Practice Question: Discuss the regulatory challenges in India regarding drug safety, with reference to the Ranitidine carcinogenic drug.How to ensure better drug safety (250 Words ) GSK’s $2.2 Billion Settlement Findings by Valisure Global Regulatory Response India’s Inaction Key Concerns Regulatory […]