About Genome Sequencing
Context: A recent study revealed that the rate of genetic changes in the monkeypox virus was higher than expected. Relevance: GS III- Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Genome Sequencing: Importance of Genome Sequencing Genomic surveillance APOBEC3 protein About Monkeypox About Genome Sequencing: Genome sequencing is figuring out the order of DNA nucleotides, or […]
Lumpy Skin Disease
Context: With the lumpy skin disease spreading fast among bovines in western and northern Rajasthan, cattle-rearers in the State are suffering heavy losses. The infection has spread to about 25,000 cattle in the last couple of months and resulted in the death of more than 1,200 animals. Relevance: Focus: GS-III Science and Technology About Lumpy […]
Everything About Red Panda
Context: The Singalila National Park, the highest protected area in West Bengal, will soon wild Red Panda. Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Red Panda About Singalila National Park Why introduce Red Panda? About Red Panda The Giant Panda and the Red Panda are the only two distinct panda species […]
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope
Context: Recently, The United States space research agency NASA said in a release that its James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has produced the deepest and sharpest infrared image of the distant universe that has ever been seen, heralding a major event in astronomy. The JWST is the largest and most powerful telescope ever built. Relevance: […]
What is Gig Economy?
Context: A NITI Aayog report has identified that is expected to grow to 2.35 crore by 2029-30. According to a study released by NITI Aayog, the number of gig workers in India is estimated to be 77 lakh in 2020-21. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What is Gig Economy? Advantages of […]
Group of Seven (G7)
Context: Prime Minister is in Germany to attend the Group of Seven (G7) Summit at Schloss Elmau, a century-old retreat in a nature reserve in the Bavarian Alps. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What is the G7? History of the G7 What is the G7? The Group of 7 (G7) is […]
WHO World Mental Health Report
Context: Recently the World Health Organization (WHO) released the World Mental Health Report. Relevance: GS II- Health Dimensions of the Article: Highlights of the report What is Mental health? Challenges related to Mental Health World Health Organization (WHO) Highlights of the report WHO has called for more action to be taken to address mental health […]
Quad: Its Origins, Goals and Future Plans
Context: The leaders of four countries — India, the U.S., Australia, and Japan — are meeting for the second in-person summit of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad in Tokyo. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About QUAD What were the objectives of the grouping? Quad Initiatives What are the future plans […]
Consider the following events in the history of India:
Consider the following events in the history of India: 1.Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja 2.Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman – I 3.Establishment of Chola Parantaka I 4.Pala dynasty founded by Gopala What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest time ?(2020) a) 2-1-4-3 b) 3-1-4-2 c) 2 […]
In which of the following relief sculpture inscriptions is ‘Ranyo Ashoka’ (King Ashoka) mentioned along with the stone portrait of Ashoka?
In which of the following relief sculpture inscriptions is ‘Ranyo Ashoka’ (King Ashoka) mentioned along with the stone portrait of Ashoka?(2019) a) Kanganahalli b) Sanchi I c) Shahbazgarhi d) Sohgaura A Raya Ashoka was the first inscribed portrait of Ashoka (surrounded by female attendants and queens) that was unearthed from the ruined Buddhist stupa.