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[Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 13, 2019

1. “Rising sexual abuse crime against children is a shame for whole nation and threat to future of the country.” In light of this discuss the need and significance of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Act, 2019. The Hindu 2. Discuss various initiatives taken so far by the Government towards gender equality in… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 13, 2019

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 13, 2019

“Rising sexual abuse crime against children is a shame for whole nation and threat to future of the country.” In light of this discuss the need and significance of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Act, 2019. Answer Discuss various initiatives taken so far by the Government towards gender equality in India. Why such… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – December 13, 2019

9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 12th, 2019

Heavy metals contaminating India’s rivers News: A study conducted by Central Water Commission (CWC) from May 2014 to April 2018 revealed that India’s major river systems are contaminated with heavy metals. Facts: Key takeaways: Samples from only 35% of water quality stations were safe while rest were polluted with heavy metals, exceeding safe limits set… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – December 12th, 2019

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Heavy metals contaminating India’s rivers

News: A study conducted by Central Water Commission (CWC) from May 2014 to April 2018 revealed that India’s major river systems are contaminated with heavy metals. Facts: Key takeaways: Samples from only 35% of water quality stations were safe while rest were polluted with heavy metals, exceeding safe limits set by the Bureau of Indian… Continue reading Heavy metals contaminating India’s rivers

What are Rare Earth Elements?

News: The United States Army has planned to fund the construction of a Rare Earths processing facility to secure the domestic supply of minerals. The decision comes after China threatened to stop exporting Rare Earth materials to the US. Facts: Rare Earth Elements Rare earth elements (REEs) are a group of seventeen chemically similar metallic… Continue reading What are Rare Earth Elements?

3 day “International Seminar on Climate Smart Farming Systems” for BIMSTEC countries begins in New Delhi

News: ‘International Seminar on Climate Smart Farming Systems’ for BIMSTEC countries is being held in Delhi. Facts: About ‘International Seminar on Climate Smart Farming Systems’ It has been organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare The objective of the seminar is to share experiences to enable the improvement of tropical smallholder farming systems… Continue reading 3 day “International Seminar on Climate Smart Farming Systems” for BIMSTEC countries begins in New Delhi

2.95 crore released for ‘Gandhi Encyclopedia’ for promotion of appropriate Gandhian philosophy

News: Ministry of Culture has approved a project for the development of Gandhi Paedia by National Council of Science Museums Facts: About Gandhi Paedia: It seeks to promote appropriate Gandhian philosophy and thoughts through social media platforms. About the National Council of Science Museums (NCM):  It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture.… Continue reading 2.95 crore released for ‘Gandhi Encyclopedia’ for promotion of appropriate Gandhian philosophy

Odisha awarded ‘World Habitat Award’ for Jaga Mission

News:Odisha has won the ‘World Habitat Award’, global recognition for its ambitious initiative called Jaga Mission. Facts: About Jaga Mission: Odisha Liveable Habitat Mission “JAGA” is a society under Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha.It is headed by the Chief Secretary,Odisha. The mission aims at transforming the slums into livable habitat with all… Continue reading Odisha awarded ‘World Habitat Award’ for Jaga Mission

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