News:The Central Government has constituted two committees comprising legal luminaries to overhaul the Indian Penal Code (IPC) introduced by the British in 1860. Facts: About Indian Penal Code,1860: The Indian Penal Code (IPC) is the official criminal code of India.It is a comprehensive code intended to cover all substantive aspects of criminal law. The code… Continue reading Indian Penal Code
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Sri Lanka removed from FATF’s Grey List: Report
News:Sri Lanka has been removed from ‘Grey List’ of Financial Action Task Force(FATF). Facts: Why was Sri Lanka removed? Sri Lanka was removed following the measures taken by the country on financial security When was Sri Lanka added? Sri Lanka was first included in the FATF’s blacklist in 2011 and by 2012 it was listed… Continue reading Sri Lanka removed from FATF’s Grey List: Report
Bhashan Char Island
News:Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh have agreed to be relocated to the newly built camp on the Bhashan Char Island. Facts: Who are Rohingyas? Rohingya are an ethnic group, largely comprising Muslims, who predominantly live in the Western Myanmar province of Rakhine. In Myanmar, they are they are classified as resident foreigners or as associate citizens.… Continue reading Bhashan Char Island
Daily Quiz #16 UPSC Prelims Marathon – October 21, 2019
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Must Read News Articles-October 21st 2019
GS 2 After Mamallapuram, the reality of asymmetry The Mamallapuram summit conveyed the message that the leaders of India and China are keen to maintain high level and cordial engagement and dialogue, and project to the world that they are mature enough to manage differences. A time-tested way to trade away conflict Revival of cross-LOC… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-October 21st 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 19, 2019
Q.1) “Strengthening the manufacturing industry and increasing domestic demand are key imperatives for job creation and inclusive growth.” Discuss. Answers Q.2) “For tackling Climate change in a better way it must be an integral part to the planning of Indian cities and towns.” Comment. Answers Q.3) Discuss how political interference in sports administration has led… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 19, 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 21st, 2019
Q.1) “Appeasement of castes whether upper or lower by politicians for vote bank politics has led to strengthening of caste system in India.” Comment. The Hindu Q.2) “The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 has failed to protect women from sexual harassment at their place of work.” In light of this discuss various… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 21st, 2019
World Intellectual Property Indicators 2019
News:World Intellectual Property Organization(WIPO) has released the World Intellectual Property Indicators 2019. Facts: Key takeaways from the report: In 2018, patent filings around the world exceeded by around 3.3 million, representing a 5.2% growth over 2017 figures. The global growth in IP filings was driven by China which accounted for over 50% of IP filings… Continue reading World Intellectual Property Indicators 2019
Shirui Lily Festival
News: Union Minister of State for Tourism and Culture has inaugurated the Shirui Lily Festival in Ukhrul district,Manipur. Facts: About the Shirui Lily festival: Shirui Lily Festival is an annual five-day State festival celebrated in Ukhrul district,Manipur. The festival seeks to spread awareness about the endangered Shirui Lily and promote the district of Ukhrul as… Continue reading Shirui Lily Festival
Bali Yatra
News:Bali Yatra which is one of the biggest trade fairs of Odisha, is scheduled to begin on November 12,2019. Facts: About Bali Yatra: Bali Jatra is also known as Bali Yatra and Boita Bandaṇa.It literally means A Voyage to Bali. This festival is held in Odisha in the city of Cuttack at Gadagadia Ghata of… Continue reading Bali Yatra
