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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 2, 2019

Q.1) “Economics concerned solely with wealth and profits has led to un-ethical practices and climate change.” In light of this statement discuss the need of adopting ethical considerations into business behaviour. Answers Q.2) “Failure of government to control air pollution menace is largely due to wrong policy measures and poor implementation of policies at ground… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – November 2, 2019

Delhi govt to implement odd-even scheme

News:Delhi government has issued notification for the implementation of odd-even scheme from November 4th to November 15th,2019. Facts: Why is this scheme needed? The scheme is being implemented as pollution levels in parts of Delhi has reached the severe plus category after Air Quality index has crossed 500. The Environment Pollution (Prevention & Control) Authority… Continue reading Delhi govt to implement odd-even scheme

African Swine Fever(ASF) and China

News:China is witnessing rise in pork prices because of the rampant spread of African Swine Fever (ASF).  Facts: About African Swine Fever(ASF): African swine fever(ASF) is a highly contagious hemorrhagic viral disease of domestic and wild pigs which is responsible for serious economic and production losses. It is caused by a large DNA virus of… Continue reading African Swine Fever(ASF) and China

Dustlik 2019: India Uzbekistan Military Exercise

News:India will conduct its first ever military exercise with Uzbekistan named Dustlik. Facts: About the exercise: The exercise Dustlik is the first ever military exercise between India and Uzbekistan. The exercise will be held at the Chirchiq Training Area in Uzbekistan. The aim of the exercise is to focus on counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations in… Continue reading Dustlik 2019: India Uzbekistan Military Exercise

India’s unemployment rate has hit 3-year high

News:According to the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE),India’s unemployment rate in the month of October,2019 has reached 8.5% which is the highest in over three years. Facts: The urban unemployment rate for October 2019 stood at 8.9% slightly higher than the rural unemployment rate of 8.3%. Among States, Tripura and Haryana saw the highest… Continue reading India’s unemployment rate has hit 3-year high

IAEA appoints Rafael Grossi as Director General

News:Argentina’s Rafael Grossi has been appointed as the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency(IAEA). Facts: About IAEA: The International Atomic Energy Agency(IAEA) is widely known as the world’s Atoms for Peace and Development.It was established as an autonomous organization in 1957. It aim is to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and… Continue reading IAEA appoints Rafael Grossi as Director General

Chavang Kut Festival

News:Chavang Kut festival is being celebrated across North-Eastern states with traditional gaiety and enthusiasm. Facts: About Chavang Kut festival: Chavang Kut or Kut festival is one of the most celebrated festivals of Manipur.It is also celebrated in Mizoram and Assam. The festival is celebrated by the tribes of Kuki-Chin-Mizo communities. Chavang stands for ‘autumn’ and… Continue reading Chavang Kut Festival

Meghalaya to bring entry law for visitors

News:The Meghalaya government has approved amendments to the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act(MRSSA) 2016 to bring entry law for non-residents. Facts: About the amendment: This amendment was brought in the backdrop of demands for an Inner Line Permit(ILP) like rule due to concerns that people excluded from the National Register of Citizens(NRC) in Assam… Continue reading Meghalaya to bring entry law for visitors

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