9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 20 May, 2024
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Delimitation threatens India’s unity and federal balance
Source: The post Delimitation threatens India’s unity and federal balance has been created, based on the article “Delimitation debate: Let the current distribution of Lok Sabha be cast in stone” published in “Indian Express” on 11th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-Polity-issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure Context: The article argues against… Continue reading Delimitation threatens India’s unity and federal balance
How Technology Impacts Women in Agriculture and Fisheries
Source: The post How Technology Impacts Women in Agriculture and Fisheries has been created, based on the article “Technologies that give women a say on farms” published in “Indian Express” on 11th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- Social Justice- mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable… Continue reading How Technology Impacts Women in Agriculture and Fisheries
Weak food regulations increase obesity in India
Source: The post Weak food regulations increase obesity in India has been created, based on the article “Flawed food regulations fuel the obesity crisis” published in “The Hindu” on 11th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-Governance-Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Context: The article discusses India’s obesity crisis… Continue reading Weak food regulations increase obesity in India
India US trade agreement and WTO rules compliance
Source: The post India US trade agreement and WTO rules compliance has been created, based on the article “An India-U.S. trade agreement and the test of WTO laws” published in “The Hindu” on 11th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-International Relations-Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian… Continue reading India US trade agreement and WTO rules compliance
Jalantheeswarar Temple (Thiruvooral)
News: The Jalanatheswarar Temple at Thakkolam is in a deteriorating condition and needs restoration. About Jalantheeswarar Temple (Thiruvooral) Jalantheeswarar Temple, also known as Thiruvooral, is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Thakkolam, a village in Vellore district, Tamil Nadu. In this temple, Shiva is worshipped in the form of… Continue reading Jalantheeswarar Temple (Thiruvooral)
ICC Champions Trophy 2025
News: India secured their third ICC Champions Trophy title after defeating New Zealand. About ICC Champions Trophy 2025 It is a One Day International (ODI) cricket tournament that brings together the world’s top eight teams. It was initially known as the ICC Knockout (1998, Dhaka), and the event was renamed the ICC Champions Trophy in… Continue reading ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Khanjar-XII Exercise
News: The 12th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise, Khanjar-XII, is being held in Kyrgyzstan from March 10 to 23, 2025. About Khanjar-XII Exercise It is a bilateral military exercise between India and Kyrgyzstan. It has been started since 2011 and both nations are hosting it alternately. The Indian contingent is represented by… Continue reading Khanjar-XII Exercise
Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)
News: US President Donald Trump has proposed renegotiating the Iran nuclear deal, despite having withdrawn from it in 2018. This move comes at a time when tensions between Iran and the US remain high, with Iran significantly increasing its uranium enrichment levels. About Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action… Continue reading Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)
Pelicans and Painted Stork
News: After Cyclone Hudhud, painted storks and pelicans now roam freely at Visakhapatnam’s zoo, displaying their elegance and charm in a natural setting. About Pelicans Pelicans are large, water-dwelling birds known for their distinctive throat pouches and impressive wingspans. Pelicans are highly social birds, living in colonies of hundreds. Pelicans are carnivorous, primarily feeding on… Continue reading Pelicans and Painted Stork
Tribunals in India- Explained Pointwise
Tribunal is a specialized, quasi-judicial body established to resolve specific disputes, such as administrative or tax-related issues. It adjudicates disputes, determines rights, and reviews administrative decisions. The number of pending cases in India exceeds 4.5 crore (as per the National Judicial Data Grid, 2024), highlighting the dire need for an efficient system. According to the… Continue reading Tribunals in India- Explained Pointwise
