News:Recently,the Union Cabinet has given its nod for amendment of the Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Bill, 2020 so that its scope can be widened to cover litigation pending in various debt recovery tribunals(DRTs). Facts: About Debt Recovery Tribunals(DRT): Debt Recovery Tribunals have been established following the passing of the Recovery of Debts due to… Continue reading Debts Recovery Tribunals(DRT)
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[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 14th February, 2020
1. Discuss the need and significance of Pesticides Management Bill, 2020. The Hindu 2. What is ‘National Mission on Transformative Mobility and Battery Storage’? Discuss its importance. The Hindu 3. What are various reasons for the gender gap in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)-related fields? Suggest some measures to improve women participation in these… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 14th February, 2020
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #88 February 14, 2020
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Must Read News Articles I 14th February 2020
GS -1 Experts’ meet to discuss restoration of Sun Temple A two day conference of experts will be held to chalk out a plan to restore and preserve the nearly 800 old Konark Sun Temple. The Konark Sun temple was built in 13th century. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. GS -2 Publish criminal… Continue reading Must Read News Articles I 14th February 2020
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[Answers] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 14th February 2020
Discuss the need and significance of Pesticides Management Bill, 2020. Answer What is ‘National Mission on Transformative Mobility and Battery Storage’? Discuss its importance. Answer What are various reasons for the gender gap in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)-related fields? Suggest some measures to improve women participation in these fields. Answer With growing energy… Continue reading [Answers] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I 14th February 2020
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – February 13th, 2020
Explained: What is Yaravirus? News: Scientists have discovered a new virus in Lake Pampulha. Facts: The new virus has been named Yaravirus after “Yara,” the mother of waters — an important character in the mythological stories of the Tupi-Guarani indigenous tribes Over 90% of the Yaravirus genome has never been documented in viral research The virus… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – February 13th, 2020
7 PM |Nutrition and the Budget’s fine print|13th February 2020
Context: Tackling nutritional problems in India. More in news: Government Allocating Rs 35,600 Crore For Nutrition-Related Programmes in Budget 2020. Malnutrition: Malnutrition refers to deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person’s intake of energy and/or nutrients. The term malnutrition addresses 3 broad groups of conditions: Under-nutrition, which includes wasting (low weight-for-height), stunting (low height-for-age) and… Continue reading 7 PM |Nutrition and the Budget’s fine print|13th February 2020
Daily Quiz #87 UPSC Prelims Marathon – February 13, 2020
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Govt launches school health programme under Ayushman Bharat
News:The Government of India has launched a School Health Programme under Ayushman Bharat-Health & Wellness Centres. Facts: About the School Health Ambassador Initiative: Aim:To foster the growth, development and educational achievement of school going children by promoting their health and well-being. Ministry:It has been jointly rolled out by the Ministries of Health & Family Welfare… Continue reading Govt launches school health programme under Ayushman Bharat
