Current Affairs 31 May 2024
CONTENTS Neglect of Menstrual Hygiene for Female Prisoners in India Context: Despite significant progress in menstrual hygiene management, with around 80% of young women aged 15-24 using safe menstrual products according to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS 2019-2020), women in Indian prisons remain neglected. Improvements have been seen in urban areas and among certain […]
Current Affairs 30 May 2024
CONTENTS Increasing Political Influence on Indian Higher Education Context: Indian higher education has a long history of intertwining with political agendas. This trend has intensified in recent years, affecting various aspects of academic life and compromising institutional integrity. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Higher Education in India Overview: Popular Subject […]
Current Affairs 29 May 2024
CONTENTS Reflecting on the 1991 Indian General Elections Amid 2024 Preparations Context: As India prepares for the 2024 general election, it is crucial to reflect on the pivotal 1991 Indian general elections, which marked a significant turning point in the country’s history. These elections brought about profound political and economic changes, driven by the leadership […]
Current Affairs 28 May 2024
CONTENTS Microplastics Context: Recently, a study revealed the widespread occurrence of microplastics in the testicles of both humans and canines, potentially associated with decreased sperm count, with polyethene emerging as the predominant microplastic followed by PVC. Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What are Microplastics? Microplastics are tiny plastic debris that are smaller than 5 […]
Current Affairs 27 May 2024
CONTENTS Importance of Wind Shear in Hurricane Formation Context: Recently, the concept of wind shear has garnered significant attention for its critical role in determining whether a storm escalates into a destructive hurricane. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: What is Wind Shear? Definition Common Contexts Types Vertical Wind Shear: Horizontal Wind Shear: […]
Current Affairs 25 May 2024
CONTENTS ECI’s Enforcement of Model Code of Conduct Sparks Debate Context: Recently, the Election Commission of India (ECI) highlighted the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), stressing that star campaigners should lead by example and maintain societal harmony. This announcement has ignited a debate regarding the ECI’s authority to address MCC violations, including […]
Current Affairs 24 May 2024
Contents: CCI Launches Market Study on Competition Concerns in the AI industry Context: Recently, the Competition Commission of India announced that it would be conducting a market study on competition concerns in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. Relevance: GS Paper 3: S&T developments and everyday applications & effects; Awareness in fields of IT, Space, Computers, […]
Current Affairs 23 May 2024
Contents: BIMSTEC Charter Comes Into Force Context: The BIMSTEC charter comes into force, and thus the grouping acquired a ‘legal personality’ status. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Foreign Policies affecting India’s Interests, Important International groupings), Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Details: About BIMSTEC History of Formation of the BIMSTEC Significance of BIMSTEC Strategic Significance for India […]
Current Affairs 22 May 2024
CONTENTS Supreme Court Rulings on Professional Services Under CPA Context: The Supreme Court ruled that lawyers, as professionals, cannot be subjected to legal proceedings for providing faulty services under the Consumer Protection Act 2019 (CPA). Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is the Consumer Protection Act (CPA)? What Did the […]
Current Affairs 21 May 2024
CONTENTS UNODC Releases World Wildlife Crime Report 2024 Context: The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has published the third edition of the World Wildlife Crime Report 2024. This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the illegal wildlife trade, covering the period from 2015 to 2021. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of […]