Ten years ago, on January 22, 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative with the ambitious goal of addressing the declining Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and promoting the survival, protection, and education of the girl child. To mark its 10th anniversary, a nationwide celebration from January 22, 2025, to… Continue reading Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: Achievements and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Day: January 28, 2025
Key Facts about Georgia
News– Recently, Georgia has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO). About Georgia Location: It is a country in the Transcaucasia region, situated at the intersection of Eastern Europe and West Asia. Capital: Tbilisi Bordering Countries: North & Northeast: Russia East & Southeast: Azerbaijan South: Armenia and Türkiye Bordering Water Body: Black Sea… Continue reading Key Facts about Georgia
Lezim dance
News– The upcoming Bollywood film Chhava, depicting the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, has stirred controversy over a scene showing the Maratha king performing the Lezim dance. About Lezim dance It is traditional folk dance of Maharashtra. It is named after the lezim, a wooden stick with jingling metallic cymbals used by dancers. The dance… Continue reading Lezim dance
Asan wetland
News– A bird counting campaign at Asan Wetland in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, has been successful, with volunteers spotting 5,225 birds from 117 species. About Asan wetland (Asan Conservation Reserve) Location: It is situated in Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, along the Asan River, which flows into the Yamuna River. It was declared a Conservation Reserve in 2005 under… Continue reading Asan wetland
[Video] MGP 2026 by Forum IAS Cohort-1 starts 11 Feb. 2025
Dear Aspirant, We are writing to inform you that Mains Guidance Program (MGP) for UPSC CSE 2026 is commencing from 11th Feb. 2025. Yesterday, we organized an Orientation session for the Program, here is the link: https://go.forumias.com/mgp26-orientation For registration into MGP 2026, visit: https://academy.forumias.com/mains-guidance-program/ Deliverables of MGP 2026: 23 GS MGP Worksheets: These worksheets… Continue reading [Video] MGP 2026 by Forum IAS Cohort-1 starts 11 Feb. 2025
Etikoppaka toys
News– On India’s 76th Republic Day, Andhra Pradesh’s tableau, featuring the 400-year-old Etikoppaka Bommalu wooden toy-making tradition, mesmerized the audience at New Delhi’s Kartavya Path. About Etikoppaka toys Etikoppaka toys are traditional toys made by artisans of Etikoppaka village located on the banks of Varaha River in Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh. These toys are… Continue reading Etikoppaka toys
Libia Lobo Sardesai- Goa Freedom Fighter
News- Recently, Goa’s freedom fighter Libia Lobo Sardesai, was honoured with the Padma Shri for her pivotal role in the state’s liberation struggle. About Libia Lobo Sardesai She was born on May 25, 1924 in Portuguese-ruled Goa. Role in Goa’s Liberation: Actively participated in the Goan nationalist movement during her college years. Played a key… Continue reading Libia Lobo Sardesai- Goa Freedom Fighter
UPSC Prelims Marathon 28th January – Environment & Ecology – 2025
Dear Friends, We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjective MCQs daily. Daily Quiz UPSC Prelims Marathon 28th January Environment & Ecology For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For schedule, refer… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 28th January – Environment & Ecology – 2025
