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TNPSC குரூப் 2 / 2A தேர்வு – முழு வழிகாட்டி (பாடத்திட்டம், தேர்வு முறை, முதன்மைத் தேர்வு, படிப்புத் திட்டம்) | Group 2 & 2A Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Mains & Study Plan
TNPSC குரூப் 2 / 2A (Combined Civil Services Examination-II) என்பது பட்டப்படிப்புத் தகுதியுள்ள பதவிகளுக்கான தேர்வு; இரண்டுக்கும் பொதுவான முதல்நிலைத் த...
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UPSC சிவில் சர்வீசஸ் தேர்வைத் தமிழில் எழுதலாமா? – முழு விவரம் | Can you write UPSC CSE in Tamil?
ஆம் – UPSC சிவில் சர்வீசஸ் முதன்மைத் தேர்வின் (Mains) கட்டுரை, பொது அறிவு (GS), விருப்பப் பாடம் (Optional) ஆகிய தாள்களைத் தமிழில் எழுதலாம்; நேர்காணலைய...
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TNPSC குரூப் 4 (CCSE-IV) தேர்வு – பாடத்திட்டம், தேர்வு முறை, 6 மாதப் படிப்புத் திட்டம் | Group 4 Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Study Plan
TNPSC குரூப் 4 (Combined Civil Services Examination-IV) என்பது VAO, இளநிலை உதவியாளர், தட்டச்சர் போன்ற பதவிகளுக்கு SSLC தரத்தில் நடத்தப்படும் ஒரே கட்டம...
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TNPSC பொதுத் தமிழில் அதிக மதிப்பெண் பெறுவது எப்படி? – பகுதி வாரியான உத்திகள் | General Tamil Strategy for Group 4 & Group 2
TNPSC குரூப் 4 தேர்வில் பொதுத் தமிழ் (General Tamil) பகுதி 300 மதிப்பெண்களில் 150 மதிப்பெண்களைக் கொண்டிருப்பதால், தரவரிசையை (rank) பெரிதும் தீர்மானிப்...
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தமிழ்நாடு நிர்வாகம் (அலகு V) – TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2, 4 தேர்வுகளுக்கு எப்படிப் படிப்பது? | TN Development Administration (Unit V) Study Plan
TNPSC-இன் திருத்தப்பட்ட (டிசம்பர் 2024 முதல்) பொது அறிவுப் பாடத்திட்டத்தில், தமிழ்நாடு நிர்வாகம் என்று நாம் அழைக்கும் பகுதி அலகு V – இந்தியப் பொருளாதா...
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Laws on mercenaries in war zones
Context: On June 11, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) acknowledged the tragic loss of two Indian nationals who were recruited by the Russian Arm...
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International Organization for Migration
Context: At least 49 migrants died and 140 others were missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Yemen, the U.N. migration agency said on Jun...
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SM-6 Missile
Context: The US SM-6 missiles are in the spotlight again after photos surfaced of a US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet carrying what appears to be an air-lau...
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UNESCO's Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register
Context The Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahṛdayāloka-Locana have been included in UNESCO's Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register. S...
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AURORA LIGHTS IN INDIA
Context: The recent visibility of auroras in Ladakh has been linked to increased solar activity and unique space weather events. Auroras Auroras, comm...
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INS Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan
Context: Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan arrived at Singapore on 06 May 24 Details: The visit is part of the Operational Deployment of th...
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CHLOROPICRIN
Context The U.S. State Department accused Russia of having used a chemical weapon against Ukrainian forces in violation of the Chemical Weapons Conven...
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Batillipes chandrayaani
Context: A new species of marine tardigrade discovered from the southeast coast of Tamil Nadu has been named Batillipes chandrayaani after the Chandra...
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Antarctica Treaty
Context: India is set to host the prestigious 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting and 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protectio...
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BIOHACKING
Context Biohacking is gaining popularity in India, with enthusiasts trying various methods like cryotherapy and IV therapy. As this trend spreads to t...
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INDIAN NATIONAL CENTRE FOR OCEAN INFORMATION SERVICES (INCOIS)
Context: The study conducted by scientists at the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) focuses on mapping the Indian Ocean f...
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RAN SCHEME
Context: The Delhi High Court raises concerns about the Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN) scheme's qualifying criteria and limits, specifically the low-inc...
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PARKINSON PLUS SYNDROME
Context A 65-year-old patient from France, suffering from Parkinson’s plus syndrome, a neurodegenerative disorder with limited surgical options, has u...
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NEW ORAL VACCINE FOR CHOLERA
Context The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently prequalified a new oral vaccine for cholera, known as Euvichol-S, developed by EuBiologics Co...
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INDIA’S FALL IN FERTILITY RATE
Context India's population is estimated to reach close to 1.7 billion by 2065, according to the UN Population Division. Also, a report from The Lancet...
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Bridge fuel
Context An article titled “Is natural gas actually cleaner than coal? Growing evidence says maybe not.” appeared in Down to Earth recently. What is Br...
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CAPTIVE ELEPHANT (TRANSFER OR TRANSPORT) RULES 2024
Context: The recent notification of the Captive Elephant (Transfer or Transport) Rules, 2024 by the Indian government has sparked discussion due to it...
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GREAT INDIAN BUSTARD
Context: The Supreme Court is overseeing the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) through a series of orders and directions aimed at minimis...
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SOUTH EAST AFRICA MONTANE ARCHIPELAGO
Context: Recent biological surveys of ancient inselbergs in southern Malawi and northern Mozambique have led to the discovery and description of many...
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SMART METERING
Context: Kerala's recent move to opt out of the Centre's scheme for the rollout of smart electricity meters challenges the prevailing narrative of sma...
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DELISTING OF MONUMENTS
Context The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has decided to delist 18 “centrally protected monuments”. Details Background The Archaeological Surve...
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Global Methane Tracker 2024
Why in News? The International Energy Agency’s Global Methane Tracker 2024 indicates that methane emissions from fuel usage in 2023 were nearly at the...
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Nuclear Energy Summit
Context Brussels hosted the first-ever Nuclear Energy Summit. It was co-chaired by the Prime Minister of Belgium and the Director General of the Inter...
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T+0 Settlement
Context SEBI just gave the green light for same-day settlement (T+0) for 25 stocks and a few brokers. Settlement Cycle A settlement cycle refers to th...
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NUCLEAR WASTE
Context: Nuclear waste management is a critical component of nuclear power generation, and countries like India, which have ambitious nuclear energy p...
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Uniform Code for Pharmaceuticals Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024
Context: The Department of Pharmaceuticals announced the implementation of the Uniform Code for Pharmaceuticals Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024. Key...
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MICROPLASTICS
Context: A recent study by the University of New Mexico Health Sciences found microplastics in Human placentas, raising concerns about possible risks...
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GOLD NANOPARTICLES
Context Gold nanoparticles, often referred to as 'gold bhasma,' have gained recognition for their therapeutic and beautifying properties in skincare....
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SELA TUNNEL
Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the strategically significant Sela Tunnel project during his day-long visit to Arunachal Pradesh...
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PARUVETA FESTIVAL
Context Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) is making efforts to secure UNESCO recognition for the annual 'Paruveta' festival...
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OLDEST ‘DEAD GALAXY’
Context The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has recently made a groundbreaking discovery, capturing the image of the oldest-known dead galaxy in the...
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MAJULI MASKS OF ASSAM
Context Majuli, the largest river island in the world and the seat of Assam's neo-Vaishnavite tradition, has recently gained recognition for its tradi...
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CABINET APPROVAL FOR SEMICONDUCTOR PLANTS IN INDIA
Context The Union Cabinet approved three semiconductor plant proposals, aiming to bolster India's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. The projects...
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CRITICAL AND STRATEGIC MINERALS
Context Cabinet approves royalty rates for mining of 12 critical and strategic minerals. Details The Union Cabinet approved the amendment of Second Sc...
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MOONS IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM
Context The International Astronomical Union has confirmed the existence of three currently unnamed moons — one around Uranus and two orbiting Neptune...
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10,000 GENOME’ PROJECT COMPLETED
Context The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) officially announced the completion of the ‘10,000 genome’ project — an attempt to create a reference da...
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WORLD SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT
Context: The World Sustainable Development Summit in New Delhi, inaugurated by the Vice-President of India, offers an opportunity to discover sustaina...
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DELIMITATION EXERCISE
Context The delimitation of constituencies for the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies is to be carried out on the basis of the first Census af...
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ICIMOD AND HINDUKUSH
Context: The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region faces a critical situation, emphasizing the urgency for action and financial support by the Internationa...
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ROCK GLACIERS
Why in News? A recent study has shed light on the presence of over 100 active permafrost structures in the Jhelum basin of the Kashmir Himalayas. Thes...
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DAM SAFETY AND WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN INDIA
DAM SAFETY AND WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN INDIA Why in News? Recently, the Minister of State for Jal Shakti has shed light on India's significant st...
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BHARATNET PROJECT
BHARATNET PROJECT Why in News? Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved Rs 1.39 lakh crore for the Modernization of the BharatNet project. National Op...
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MULTILINGUALISM AND EDUCATION
MULTILINGUALISM AND EDUCATION Multilingualism is the ability to speak, understand, read, and write more than one language. It can be individual or soc...
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BIG CATS IN INDIA
BIG CATS IN INDIA India's sprawling landscapes are graced by the presence of majestic big cat species, each embodying power, grace, and an integral pa...
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HEAT WAVES AND HEAT INDEX
HEAT WAVES AND HEAT INDEX Why in News? India has witnessed a significant decline in heat-related deaths in recent years, reflecting the country's effo...
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WORLD DROWNING PREVENTION DAY
WORLD DROWNING PREVENTION DAY Why in News? Recently, the alarming number of drowning incidents in India, with a significant proportion involving child...
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INDIA STACK WITH PAPUA NEW GUINEA
INDIA STACK WITH PAPUA NEW GUINEA Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) of India and the Ministry of I...
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WORLD HEPATITIS DAY
WORLD HEPATITIS DAY Why in News? World Hepatitis Day (WHD) takes place every year on 28th July bringing the world together under a single theme to rai...
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CYBER CRIME
CYBER CRIME Why in News? The Indian government has taken significant steps to strengthen the mechanism for dealing with Cybercrimes in a comprehensive...
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INDIA AND VIETNAM
INDIA AND VIETNAM Why in News? India gifted the indigenously built in-service missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam. It reflects India's commitment t...
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INDIAN RUPEE
INDIAN RUPEE In the realm of global trade, the US dollar has long reigned supreme, acting as the dominant currency for foreign exchange transactions,...
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WORLD DROWNING PREVENTION DAY
WORLD DROWNING PREVENTION DAY Why in News? Recently, the alarming number of drowning incidents in India, with a significant proportion involving child...
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TRIBAL SOCIETY
TRIBAL SOCIETY Why in News? Recently, the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Development of North-Eastern Region in Rajya Sabha has pointed out various...
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WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GAP
WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT GAP Why in News? A recent report by the United Nations sheds light on the status of women's empowerment and gender parity around t...
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MULTI-DIMENSIONAL POVERTY ERADICATION
MULTI-DIMENSIONAL POVERTY ERADICATION With Covid-19 under control and hopes for a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine War, India must plan its f...
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SCOPE OF PACS-FPO INTEGRATION
SCOPE OF PACS-FPO INTEGRATION India has a large and diverse agricultural sector, with more than 13 crore farmers, most of whom are small and marginal....
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CRIMEAN-CONGO HAEMORRHAGIC FEVER
CRIMEAN-CONGO HAEMORRHAGIC FEVER Why in News? As Europe experiences heatwaves and wildfires, concerns are mounting about the spread of viruses typical...
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REJUVENATING SMALL WATER BODIES
REJUVENATING SMALL WATER BODIES According to the United Nations, in the early to mid-2010s, 1.9 billion people of the global population lived in sever...
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NEW IT RULES AND SOCIAL MEDIA
Recently, the Indian government introduced a new amendment to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules...
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R&D IN INDIA
R&D IN INDIA Kodak was a renowned company in the world of photography and videography, founded in 1888 by George Eastman as 'The Eastman Kodak Company...
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COTTON SECTOR
India is the world's second-largest producer of cotton, and the decline in production has the potential to affect global prices and trade dynamics. Co...
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ATMANIRBHAR IN CLIMATE FINANCE
ATMANIRBHAR IN CLIMATE FINANCE Climate finance refers to the financial resources that are allocated to address climate change and its impacts. It enco...
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Chandrayaan III
Context: Chandrayaan III spacecraft was integrated with the GSLV Mark III launch vehicle recently. The launch is planned between 12-19th July 2023. Ab...
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DEEP SEA MINING
Context: The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is a UN agency that oversees the exploitation of the ocean floor. It is currently working on a set o...
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STATE OF SCIENCE RESEARCH IN INDIA
Context: The government’s approval for a National Research Foundation (NRF) is being widely welcomed by the scientific community as an effort to impro...
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Center – State relations and Role of Governor
Context: The Governor of Tamil Nadu, R.N. Ravi dismissed V. Senthil Balaji, a Minister in the Council of Ministers of Tamil Nadu, without the recommen...
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India and its neighbourhood relations
Context: The recent events in Russia, including the armed column of the Wagner private military company marching towards Moscow, have caused global ap...
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What are the reasons behind the frequent floods in Assam?
What are the reasons behind the frequent floods in Assam? Natural Intensified Monsoon: The Bay of Bengal has a major influence on the monsoon in North...
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Unified Payments Interface(UPI) transactions
Context With record rise in Unified Payments Interface(UPI) transactions, Banks and UPI apps have decided to impose daily limits on UPI transactions o...
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Objectives and Significance of Buffer Stock in India
Context: Recently, the Union Government has imposed limits on stock of wheat that can be held by traders, wholesalers, retailers, big chain retailers...
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Will A Hike In MSP Help Farmers
Context : To “ensure remunerative prices for growers for their produce and to encourage crop diversification,” the Centre announced last week the Mini...
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Potential of Green Hydrogen as alternative fuel
Context: IIT-Madras generates hydrogen from seawater using solar energy. Key Details: Researchers at IIT-Madras’ Department of Physics have made signi...
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Cyber Crime
Cybercrime Cybercrime is a crime that involves a computer and a network. The computer may have been used to commit the crime and in many cases, it is...
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Significance of low carbon cities for climate change mitigation
Context: This article discusses various strategies necessary for the transition of polluting cities into low-carbon cities. Introduction: In the year...
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Impact of emerging technology on the nation-state
Details: The rapid scale and speed of technological developments have radically and disruptively transformed societies and daily lives. Though lives h...
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World Environment Day 2023
World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5 every year to raise awareness and encourage action for the protection of our planet. It was first establ...
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Various parameters of refugee crisis in India
Context In recent years, Mizoram has witnessed an increase in refugees from neighbouring countries, impacting the region’s internal security. Official...
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Various challenges and issues associated with the manufacturing sector in India
Context This article discusses the root causes of challenges faced by the manufacturing sector in India. Introduction: The issue of whether manufactur...
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Genitically Modified Crops
Introduction In 1996, Genetically Modified (GM) Crops were grown in 6 countries. In 2009, the number of countries using GM crops increased to 25. The...
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Key issues and challenges associated with faculty shortages in India’s higher education sector and the possible remedies
Context This article talks about the shortage of faculty in India’s higher education system and the associated challenges. Key details Higher educatio...
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Recusal by Judges
Context Justice M.R. Shah, who is a Supreme Court judge, recently refused to recuse himself from hearing a plea by former Indian Police Service (IPS)...
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Sedition and its roots in rudeness as an offence
Context On March 30, the Lahore High Court annulled the offence of ‘sedition’ in the Pakistan Penal code. Around the same time in India, the police re...
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Raja Ravi Varma
Context An unfinished painting by Raja Ravi Varma, who redefined Indian art traditions during the colonial times, will soon be in the public domain. D...
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Aircraft accidents and associated concerns
Case Study of Mangalore Airport: A Bangalore-based NGO (Environment Support Group) filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in Karnataka High Court in...
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Switching on India’s Smart Electricity Future
Context: The article is discussing a future where smart electricity meters provide consumers with information and advice on their electricity usage. S...
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Significance of prison reforms in India
Context The Centre announced the Model Prisons Act, 2023, aimed at reforming prison management and transforming inmates into law-abiding citizens who...
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Correlation between overexploitation of groundwater and land subsidence
Context: This article discusses the impact of excessive groundwater extraction on and subsidence. Introduction: Several independent studies have found...
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Non-sugar sweeteners and associated concerns.
Context: Guidelines by WHO on use of non-sugar sweeteners. Details: New guidelines were issued by WHO on the use of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) such as...
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Significance of India as a soft power
Context: This article discusses different conflict resolution approaches by India and China. Introduction: The recent Ukraine crisis has highlighted t...
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Significance of Vaikom Satyagraha in modern Indian history
Context: 2023, marks the commencement of the centenary year of the Vaikom temple street entry movement that was launched in 1924. What are some signif...
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Remote Voting Machine
Context: Elections in Karnataka and Migrant Voters. Approximately 42.12% of the population of Greater Bengaluru is from different districts or states....
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Pros and Cons of CCTV Cameras in India
Context: This article discusses the significance and concerns regarding the use of CCTV cameras by the government. Introduction: India’s CCTV camera c...
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Botanical Gardens
Context: Earth Day is celebrated on 22nd April every year. Recently the Tamil Nadu Government has taken a decision to establish a botanical garden cal...
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General issues concerning the police forces
Context: India Justice Report on representation in police forces. Introduction The India Justice Report 2022, released by Tata Trusts ranks police for...
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Japanese Prime Minister Visit
Context Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida visited India in March 2023. Details Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida engaged with Indian Prime M...
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submarines to India through the government-to-government route
Context Germany is looking to sell its advanced conventional submarines to India through the government-to-government route. About The Indian Navy is...
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Ken-Betwa Link Project
Context: Recently The Steering Committee of the Ken-Betwa Link Project recently held its third meeting in New Delhi. Ken-Betwa Link Project The Ken-Be...
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Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case
Context Rahul Gandhi had made a remark about the “Modi” surname during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. He was held guilty and sentenced to two years in...
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sickle cell anaemia – prevalence of the disease in India, efforts to eliminate the disease and key challenges associated with it
Context The Union Finance Minister while presenting the Union Budget 2023-24 has announced that the government will work in “mission mode” to eliminat...
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International courts and climate change
Context: Vanuatu’s initiative of seeking an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice. About A group of sixteen countries has launched...
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One Health Concept: What is it and its Relevance
Context The COVID-19 pandemic has renewed interest among scientists and policy makers for building an integrated approach for prevention, early detect...
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Cheetahs in India
Context: Recently twelve Cheetahs from South Africa were successfully translocated to Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park. Introduction: Cheetah reint...
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Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021
Context The Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021 that seeks to link electoral rolls to the Aadhaar number has been listed for passed in the Lok Sabha....
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New India Literacy Programme
Context The Minister of State for Education informed the Lok Sabha that the Union Government has announced a Centrally Sponsored Scheme “New India Lit...
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Artificial Womb and its Importance
Context An Artificial Womb or a Biobag can develop a fetus outside of the human body, providing exactly the same environment as the maternal womb. It...
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National Hydrogen Policy
National hydrogen Mission Introduction Addressing the nation on the 75th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the National Hydroge...
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Eklavya Model Residential Schools
context The Union government is pushing for the establishment of 740 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) for tribal children. Eklavya model schoo...
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Right to Privacy
Right to Privacy – Definition Privacy can be defined as the ability of an individual to be left alone and express themselves selectively without being...
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New policy to help Indian communities displaced by coastal erosion
Why in news: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) received the final inputs on the draft of India’s first national policy for the mitigat...
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LIVING ROOT BRIDGES
Why in news: A farmer takes forward the State’s traditional practice of building root bridges and connects two areas across Umkar river in Cherrapunje...
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WORLD SPICE CONGRESS
Context: The 14th edition of the World Spice Congress (WSC), is to be held in Mumbai. Details: About: The World Spice Congress (WSC) is a Global Platf...
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INTERNATIONAL COURTS AND CLIMATE CHANGE
Why in news: A group of 16 countries has launched a gallant effort to fight the problem of climate change — an existential threat to human civilisatio...
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Rising up to Cyber Security Challenges
The past few incidents have highlighted the vulnerabilities of our fast-expanding digital networks. The first one targeted the servers of India's All...
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KINZHAL MISSILE
Why in news: Russia said it had fired hypersonic Kinzhal missiles as part of a massive wave of strikes on Ukraine, in which Kyiv said at least six civ...
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SAMARTH SCHEME
Context Out of the skilling target of 3.47 lakh beneficiaries allocated so far, 1.5 lakh beneficiaries have been provided training under the Samarth S...
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Indian Tea Industry
Indian Tea Industry Why in news: India has taken several steps to boost the output, create a niche brand for Indian tea, and ensure the welfare of the...
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G-20 FOREIGN MINISTERS’ MEETING
Why in news: Deep divisions between the United States-led Western countries and the Russia-China combine upended India’s attempt to forge a consensus...
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International Intellectual Property Index 2023
Why in News? Recently, India ranks 42nd among 55 leading global economies on the International Intellectual Property (IP) Index 2023 released by the U...
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Adi Ganga Revival Plan
Why in News? Recently, plans to revive Adi Ganga (the original channel of River Ganga passing through the city of Kolkata) have been announced. The Na...
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Solar Energy in India
Solar Energy in India Context: The Union budget increased allocation for the Production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for high-efficiency solar module...
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3RD ASEAN DIGITAL MINISTERS (ADGMIN) MEETING
Context: The 3rd ASEAN Digital Ministers (ADGMIN) meeting with India was held on a virtual platform. Details: In 2022, ASEAN India Friendship Year was...
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CAR T-cell Therapy
CAR T-cell Therapy Why in News? The main treatments for cancer are surgery, radiotherapy and systemic therapy. Surgery and radiotherapy have improved...
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ChatGPT and the AI challenge
ChatGPT and the AI challenge Context: There is a great deal of speculation about how the recently launched ChatGPT will impact a huge number of human...
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HIGH ALTITUDE SURVEILLANCE BALLOON
High altitude surveillance balloon Why in News? The United States (US) shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon that has been spotted over US airspace...
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URBAN FARMING
URBAN FARMING context A new draft policy by Delhi-based research non-profit People’s Resource Centre, says some 60 per cent of Delhi’s demand for meat...
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BBIN MOTOR VEHICLES AGREEMENT
BBIN MOTOR VEHICLES AGREEMENT Why in News? Recently, India, Bangladesh and Nepal finalised an enabling memorandum of understanding (MoU) for implement...
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MILLET REVOLUTION
MILLET REVOLUTION The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets. Millets ha...
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MARTIAL ART FORMS IN INDIA
MARTIAL ART FORMS IN INDIA Why in News? Recently, in Kashmir, a maulvi stepped in to save thang-ta, a martial law practice.Thang Ta is a martial art t...
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CARBON TRADING
CARBON TRADING The agriculture sector plays a significant role in carbon trading because it has the potential to both emit and sequester carbon (the p...
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DE-DOLLARIZATION
DE-DOLLARIZATION De-dollarisation refers to reducing the dollar’s dominance of global markets. It is a process of substituting the US dollar as the cu...
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FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES IN INDIA
FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES IN INDIA Recently, the University Grants Commission (UGC) uploaded a draft regulation on the ‘Setting up and Operation of Campuse...
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DATA PROTECTION FOR MINORS
DATA PROTECTION FOR MINORS The need for data protection for minors in India is crucial as the country continues to see an increase in the use of techn...
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INDIA’S URBANISATION POLICIES
INDIA’S URBANISATION POLICIES Cities in India need large amounts of financing to promote green, smart, inclusive, and sustainable urbanization. Creati...
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