[WpProQuiz 1228]
Author: ForumIAS
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 22nd, 2019
“Free Trade Agreements with other countriesdo not guarantee economic growth or boost exports to other countries.” Critically examine. https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-myths-around-free-trade-agreements/article30030647.ece “The Chief of Defence Staff should not become another interposed level between the Government and the service chiefs.” Comment. https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/chief-of-defence-staff-cds-exam-6129257/ Discussthe need and significance of a National Register for citizens in India?What are various… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – November 22nd, 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 22, 2019
“Free Trade Agreements with other countriesdo not guarantee economic growth or boost exports to other countries.” Critically examine. Answer “The Chief of Defence Staff should not become another interposed level between the Government and the service chiefs.” Comment. Answer Discussthe need and significance of a National Register for citizens in India?What are various concerns related… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 22, 2019
9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 21st, 2019
Cabinet approves establishment of the National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR) at Leh News:Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the establishment of the National Institute for Sowa-Rigpa in Leh. Facts: About the institute: The National Institute for Sowa-Rigpa will be an autonomous National Institute under Ministry of AYUSH. The objective of the… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – November 21st, 2019
Swachh Survekshan Grameen Awards, 2019
News: Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2019 awards have been conferred upon top ranked states, union territories, and districts in the various categories on the occasion of World Toilet Day (19th November) Facts: About Swachh Survekshan Grameen Swachh Survekshan Grameen provide national ranking of all districts and States of India on the basis of quantitative and qualitative… Continue reading Swachh Survekshan Grameen Awards, 2019
India successfully conducts night test fire of two Prithvi ballistic missiles
News: India has successfully test fired variants of Prithvi-2 missile from the Interim Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur on the night of 20th November. Facts: About Prithvi missiles Prithvi missile is a tactical surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) developed by DRDO of India under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP). It is deployed by… Continue reading India successfully conducts night test fire of two Prithvi ballistic missiles
Three Cases of Plague Diagnosed in China
News: Three cases of bubonic plague have been reported in China. Facts: Plague: It is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Yersinia pestis, a zoonotic bacteria usually found in small mammals and their fleas. The bacterium is believed to have originated in Yunnan in southwest China. According to the WHO, plague is found on… Continue reading Three Cases of Plague Diagnosed in China
Govt. approves proposal to enact legislation for recycling of ships
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for enactment of Recycling of Ships Bill, 2019 and accession to the Hong Kong International Convention for Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships, 2009. Facts: About Recycling of Ships Bill, 2019 Aim: To provide for the regulation of recycling of ships by setting certain international standards… Continue reading Govt. approves proposal to enact legislation for recycling of ships
Cabinet approves the Patent Prosecution Highway programme
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for adoption of Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) programme by the Indian Patent Office (IPO) with patent offices of various other countries or regions. Facts: About Patent Prosecution Highway Programme: The said programme will initially commence between the Japan Patent Office (JPO) and the Indian Patent Office on… Continue reading Cabinet approves the Patent Prosecution Highway programme
Cabinet approves the Industrial Relations Code Bill, 2019
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the Industrial Relations Code Bill, 2019 Facts: Background: Industrial Relations Code Bill, 2019 has been prepared by combining and simplifying relevant provisions of three Central Labour Acts viz. Trade Unions Act, 1926, the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946, and the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. Key Provisions of the… Continue reading Cabinet approves the Industrial Relations Code Bill, 2019
