Current Affairs Quiz 19 November 2025
Q1. Which principle of environmental law is most undermined by permitting ex post facto environmental clearances?a) Public trust doctrineb) Polluter-pays principlec) Precautionary principled) Principle of proportionalityCorrect Answer: (c)Explanation:• Precautionary principle requires prior environmental assessment.• Ex post facto ECs allow post-construction regularisation, violating the “prior approval” mandate.• Polluter-pays may also weaken, but the core conflict is […]
Current Affairs 19 November 2025
Content SC recalls verdict on retrospective green clearances Why is it in News? Relevance : What are Environmental Clearances (ECs)? What are Ex Post Facto ECs? The May 16, 2024 Judgment (Now Recalled) The November 2025 Review Judgment (Recall Order) Majority View (CJI Gavai + Justice Chandran) Minority View (Justice Ujjal Bhuyan) Key Issues Raised […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 19 November 2025
Content Unpacking the global ‘happiness’ rankings Why in News? Relevance GS1 (Society) GS2 (Governance & Social Justice) Practice Question What is the World Happiness Report? Why Nordic Countries Lead Consistently ? Why India Scores Low Despite High Growth ? 1. Aspiration–Satisfaction Paradox 2. Perception-Based Metrics 3. Structural Social Changes 4. WEIRD Bias in Methodology India’s […]
PIB Summaries 19 November 2025
Content YUVA AI for ALL Why in News? Relevance GS2 (Governance) GS2 (Policy & Social Sector) GS3 (Science & Technology) What is YUVA AI for ALL? Core Features Course Structure – Key Learning Outcomes Strategic Significance 1. Digital Inclusion 2. Workforce Preparedness 3. Ethical AI Ecosystem 4. AI Nation-Building Policy & Governance Context Impact Pathways […]
Static Quiz 19 November 2025 (Environment)
Q1. Which causes harmful algal blooms (HABs) leading to red tides in marine ecosystems? a) Diatomsb) Dinoflagellatesc) Cyanobacteriad) Euglenoids Answer: (b) Dinoflagellates Explanation :• Red tides are typically caused by dinoflagellates, especially Karenia brevis, Alexandrium, Gymnodinium.• They release brevetoxins, saxitoxins → neurotoxicity in fish, marine mammals, and humans (shellfish poisoning).• Dinoflagellates proliferate under warm SSTs, […]
UNESCO’S global Ethics Framework on Neurotechnology
Why in News? Relevance : What is Neurotechnology? Why a Framework Was Needed ? Key Drivers Before UNESCO Framework What UNESCO’s Framework Contains Three-Pillar Structure Core Ethical Principles Protection Principles Innovation Principles Explicit Prohibitions Framework on Innovation & IP Implementation Expectations Key Takeaways
Digital Labour Chowk, LCFCs & New Cess Portal
Why in News? Relevance : Basics Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 Key Institutions What the New Digital Initiatives Do CWFI’s Key Objections CWFI’s Specific Critiques 1. “Digital gates while the vault stays locked” 2. Fundamental flaws 3. Anti-worker implications 4. Lack of transparency about welfare funds Government’s […]
National Gopal Ratna Awards (NGRA) 2024–25
Why in News? Relevance : Basics Objectives of NGRA Significance for Dairy Sector Recent Trends & Data Governance & Implementation Angle Environmental & Sustainability Linkages Issues & Criticisms
Batukeshwar Dutt
Why in News? Relevance : Basic Facts Batukeshwar Dutt: Life & Background Jail Years & Hunger Strikes Post-Release Struggles Health Decline & Death Neglect vs Recognition Chaman Lal Azad’s Documentation Revolutionary Network & Personal Bonds Ideas & Ideological Contributions Key Takeaways
Trajectory of Anti-Rape Laws in India
Why in News? Relevance : Understanding the Mathura Rape Case (Tukaram Case, 1972–79) Turning Point: The 1979 Open Letter Immediate Legal Reforms Triggered Criminal Law Amendment Act, 1983 Evolution Through Major Cases & Movements Nandini Satpathy Case (1978) Bhanwari Devi Case & Vishaka Guidelines (1992–1997) Nirbhaya Case & Criminal Law Amendment Act, 2013 Unnao and […]