9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 17th December, 2024
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We are posting the 9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 17th December 2024 based on today’s current affairs.
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- The Hindu
- Indian Express
- PIB
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End-Permian Mass Extinction (EPME)
News: The discovery of a plant refuge from the End-Permian mass extinction in China is significant because it challenges the long-held belief that the “Great Dying” was equally catastrophic for all life forms. About End-Permian Mass Extinction (EPME) The End-Permian Mass Extinction (EPME) is considered the largest mass extinction event in Earth’s history, with an… Continue reading End-Permian Mass Extinction (EPME)
Miller-Urey Experiment
News: The study on “microlightning” in water droplets is in the news because it offers a new perspective on the long-debated origins of life on Earth. About Miller-Urey Experiment The Miller-Urey experiment was conducted in 1953 by Stanley Miller under the supervision of Harold C. Urey at the University of Chicago. Purpose: To test whether… Continue reading Miller-Urey Experiment
Maritime Security Belt 2025
News: Maritime Security Belt 2025 naval drills were held recently. This marks the fifth year that the three countries have participated in joint exercises. About Maritime Security Belt 2025 It is the annual trilateral naval exercise that took place in the Gulf of Oman near the strategic Strait of Hormuz The exercise includes anti-piracy, search-and-rescue, and… Continue reading Maritime Security Belt 2025
Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary
News: The first honey harvest at Maharashtra’s Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary marks a significant milestone. It aimed at empowering the local tribal community by promoting sustainable beekeeping practices. About Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Murud and Roha talukas of Raigad district, Maharastra. It was established to protect a portion of the… Continue reading Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary
Menhir and Megalithic Burial Sites
News: The Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs, ancient standing stones in Telangana’s Narayanpet district, dating back around 3,500 to 4,000 years, have been included in India’s tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. About Menhirs Menhirs are large, upright standing stones, often uncarved, placed individually or in groups. Purpose: Used for burial, religious, astronomical, or territorial purposes.… Continue reading Menhir and Megalithic Burial Sites
Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in India- Explained Pointwise
India aims to ensure universal health coverage with the opening of Jan Aushadhi Kendras under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). The scheme reaffirms the government’s commitment to Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and to ensure that no citizen is left behind in availing quality health services. Table of Content What is Universal Health Coverage… Continue reading Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in India- Explained Pointwise
Challenges and Solutions for Hindi as Rajbhasha
Source: The post Challenges and Solutions for Hindi as Rajbhasha has been created, based on the article “Yogendra Yadav writes: We need Hindi as a lokbhasha, not a rajbhasha” published in “Indian Express” on 18th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 Context: The debate on Hindi’s Rajbhasha role is back. It highlights its… Continue reading Challenges and Solutions for Hindi as Rajbhasha
Challenges faced by migrant workers and ways to improve welfare access
Source: The post Challenges faced by migrant workers and ways to improve welfare access has been created, based on the article “The barriers faced by construction workers” published in “The Hindu” on 18th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3-Infrastructures Context: India’s construction sector contributes about 9% to the national GDP and is projected… Continue reading Challenges faced by migrant workers and ways to improve welfare access
India’s engagement with the Taliban and its impact
Source: The post India’s engagement with the Taliban and its impact has been created, based on the article “New Delhi’s perilous recalibration with the Taliban” published in “The Hindu” on 18th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2– International Relations-India and its neighbourhood- relations. Context: India is moving toward formal engagement with the Taliban,… Continue reading India’s engagement with the Taliban and its impact
India’s migration crisis needs better opportunities at home
Source: The post India’s migration crisis needs better opportunities at home has been created, based on the article “A land where ambition grows minus an outbound ticket” published in “The Hindu” on 18th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1– population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanisation, their problems and their remedies.… Continue reading India’s migration crisis needs better opportunities at home
