News:Indian Council of Medical Research(ICMR) is setting up a task force on gene therapy research to encourage research in the emerging field. Facts: About Gene therapy: Gene Therapy refers to the process of introduction, removal or change in the content of an individual’s genetic material with the goal of treating the disease and the possibility… Continue reading ICMR sets up a task force on gene therapy research
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Mahanadi bird population took a hit due to Cyclone Fani, says study
News:A recent study has found that the impact of super cyclonic storm Fani had affected the bird populations along Mahanadi River. Facts: Key takeaways from the study: The population of sandbar-nesting birds along a 40-km stretch along the Mahanadi river has declined by 81% . The study also found that the population of the birds… Continue reading Mahanadi bird population took a hit due to Cyclone Fani, says study
Explained: When, and to what extent, is the use of force by police legal?
News:Recently,the police action in Jamia Millia Islamia has raised questions on what the Constitution and laws of India say on the right of police to intervene in protests and agitations. Facts: What does the Constitution says? The right to protest peacefully is guaranteed by the Constitution of India. Articles 19(1)(a) and 19(1)(b) give to all… Continue reading Explained: When, and to what extent, is the use of force by police legal?
Destruction of public property:What the law says, what Supreme Court directed
News:Recently,the Supreme Court has expressed displeasure over rioting and destruction of public property while hearing petitions on alleged police excesses on students in Jamia Millia Islamia. Facts: About Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act,1984: The Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act,1984 punishes anyone who commits mischief by doing any act in respect of… Continue reading Destruction of public property:What the law says, what Supreme Court directed
7 PM | Climate of inaction: On UN climate change conference | 17th December 2019
Context: Outcome of UNFCCC’s COP25 held at Madrid, Spain. More in news: The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) conference was held from 2 to 13 December 2019 in Madrid, Spain. Despite extending the meeting for 2 days, the outcome is disappointing. UNFCCC: The UNFCCC entered into force on 21 March 1994. The 197… Continue reading 7 PM | Climate of inaction: On UN climate change conference | 17th December 2019
Daily Quiz #40 UPSC Prelims Marathon – December 17, 2019
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Article 371
News: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and J&K administration’s have different viewpoint on the application of Article 371 in J&K Facts: Article 371, contained in XXI of the Constitution, grants some temporary, transition and special provisions to some states in India. Article State Provision 371 Maharashtra and Gujarat Governors of the states are given… Continue reading Article 371
Key takeaways from CoP 25
News: UNFCC CoP25 concluded in Madrid, Spain Facts: Key takeaways No agreement on carbon markets: No agreement was reached on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement which enables the Sustainable Development Mechanism (SDM) as a new carbon market instrument for the period after 2020 Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI), 2020: The index developed by Germanwatch,… Continue reading Key takeaways from CoP 25
Explained: What is the UN body that has criticized India for the new citizenship Act?
News: The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) expressed concern over the Citizenship (Amendment) Act for being fundamentally discriminatory in nature. Facts: About the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) It is the principal UN entity on human rights. It is a part of the UN Secretariat, one of… Continue reading Explained: What is the UN body that has criticized India for the new citizenship Act?
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 17, 2019
What measures have been taken by the government to create a conducive environment for the disabled community? Discuss various reasons for limited impact of such initiatives. Answer What are the salient features of Pradhan Mantri AnnadataAaySanrakshan Abhiyan. Discuss various issues related to the scheme. Answer “Urban infrastructure is critical for development of the cities and… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 17, 2019
