1. Subsidies are not a sustainable solution to underlying problems, rather it is a burden on fiscal purse. Comment. Indian Express 2. Buddhism played an important role in spreading Indian culture across the globe in ancient times. Elaborate. The Hindu 3. What is meant by middle powers in international relations? How aligning with other middle… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I January 15, 2020
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WHO releases Global Health Challenges for 2020
News:The World Health Organization(WHO) has released a list of 13 urgent global health challenges for 2020. Facts: About the 13 challenges: Climate Crisis Delivering Health in Conflict and Crisis Healthcare Equality Expanding Access to Medicines Infectious Diseases Preparing for Epidemics Dangerous Products like unsafe food, and unhealthy diets Investing in People Who Defend Our Health… Continue reading WHO releases Global Health Challenges for 2020
Bhil tribe termed alcoholic, criminal-minded in MPPSC exam
News:Recently,the controversial references to the Bhil tribe by Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission(MPPSC) has received severe criticism from civil society groups. Facts: About Bhil Tribe: The word Bhil is derived from the Billu which mean Bows.They are mostly found in Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan. The Bhil tribes have been… Continue reading Bhil tribe termed alcoholic, criminal-minded in MPPSC exam
WHO endorses indigenous molecular diagnostic tool for tuberculosis diagnosis
News:The World Health Organisation(WHO) has endorsed TrueNat which is an indigenous molecular diagnostic tool for tuberculosis(TB) diagnosis. Facts: About TrueNat: The TrueNat is a new molecular test that can diagnose TB in one hour as well as testing for resistance to the drug rifampicin. The test has been developed by the Indian firm MolBio Diagnostics… Continue reading WHO endorses indigenous molecular diagnostic tool for tuberculosis diagnosis
Assam’s Rongali Bihu artists decry order on cheque payments
News:Assam’s Goods and Services Tax authority has asked the Bihu committees to make all transactions through cheques during the Bihu festival.If complied with,the artistes would have to pay 18% GST. Facts: About Bihu festival: Assamese Bihu is one of the most important cultural festivals of Assam, which celebrates the change in seasons. It mainly caters… Continue reading Assam’s Rongali Bihu artists decry order on cheque payments
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 15th, 2020
Explained: Why eruption of a tiny, ‘complex’ volcano is causing concern News: Taal Volcano erupted on 12th January Facts: About Taal Volcano It is located on the island of Luzon, in Philippines. It is classified as a “complex” volcano. Additional Information: Volcano: A volcano on Earth is a vent or fissure in the planet’s crust… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – January 15th, 2020
7 PM |Chalk, and cheese in private vs. government schools|15th January 2020
Context: Findings of the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2019. More in news: Pratham, a well-known Non-Profit Organization has released the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2019. What is ASER? ASER stands for Annual Status of Education Report. This is an annual survey that aims to provide reliable annual estimates of children’s schooling… Continue reading 7 PM |Chalk, and cheese in private vs. government schools|15th January 2020
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Daily Quiz #62 UPSC Prelims Marathon – January 15, 2020
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Annual Status of Education Report Flags Poor Learning Outcomes in Schools
News: NGO Pratham released the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER 2018) Facts: Key ASER 2018 (Rural) findings Enrolment: Since 2007, the enrolment of children for the age group 6 to 14 has been above 95%. 1% of children in the 15-16 age group are not in school. Learning Levels: Five-year-old children in private schools… Continue reading Annual Status of Education Report Flags Poor Learning Outcomes in Schools
