Cottoning on: Chinese seed sprouts on moon News Chinese researchers have announced that cotton seeds transported to the moon have sprouted, marking the first time humans have grown biological matter on moon. Important Facts The seeds were sent as part of China’s Change-4 mission, a probe which landed on the far side of the moon… Continue reading Cottoning on: Chinese seed sprouts on moon
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Working on policy for domestic aircraft manufacturing
Working on policy for domestic aircraft manufacturing News: Civil Aviation Ministry planning to propose policy framework for the domestic manufacturing of aircraft. Important Facts: Under the new Aircraft policy, Ministry is planning to focus on Aircraft Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) work domestically. Need of such Framework: The aviation industry in India has been… Continue reading Working on policy for domestic aircraft manufacturing
From July, quota in higher education across all private institutions: Govt
From July, quota in higher education across all private institutions: Govt News: Ministry of Human Resources proposed 10% upper caste quota and increase around 25 percent seats in higher educational institutions and universities across the country. Important Facts: The quota will be applicable to all higher education institutions – private and government 25 percent seats… Continue reading From July, quota in higher education across all private institutions: Govt
Collegium system isn’t foolproof:
Collegium system isn’t foolproof: News: The article discusses the collegium system and its inconsistencies. Recently SC recommended names of two judges to the government, for appointment as Supreme Court judges, by superseding three senior judges of Delhi High Court. The recommendation raises several doubts about the validity of collegium system as: Two judges whose names… Continue reading Collegium system isn’t foolproof:
A million migrations: Journeys in search of jobs
A million migrations: Journeys in search of jobs Article The article discusses the characteristics, reasons and impact of migration for work in India Important analysis Statistics According to Economic Survey (2016-17), there are more than 100 million migrants in India Characteristics of migration for work in India Migration for work within India is highly circular.… Continue reading A million migrations: Journeys in search of jobs
Sedition, once more
News: Sedition Charges under section 124A of Indian Penal Code invoked against Assamese scholars for remarks made against the proposed citizenship law. Section 124A – of Indian Penal Code whoever, by words, either spoken or written, or by signs, or by visible representation, or otherwise, brings or attempts to bring into hatred or contempt, or… Continue reading Sedition, once more
Annual Status of Education Report (ASER), 2018.
Context: Recently ASER, 2018 report was released by NGO Pratham. Report findings: Quality of education: Only 65% class 5 students studying in private schools can read class 2 level text and 44.2% in government schools, which is 2.5% more than 2016.Due to the poor reading ability in class 5 the overall ability to deal with… Continue reading Annual Status of Education Report (ASER), 2018.
Revised Guidelines to regulate and control Ground Water Extraction in India
Context: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has asked the Centre to “not give effect” the December 12, 2018 notification issued by the Union Water Resources Ministry on the extraction of groundwater. Revised Guidelines to regulate and control Ground Water Extraction in India, December 12th 2018 Water Conservation Fee (WCF):The revised guidelines introduced the concept of… Continue reading Revised Guidelines to regulate and control Ground Water Extraction in India
Daily Quiz: UPSC Prelims Marathon – January 16, 2019
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Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 15, 2019
Archives Q.1) Economy need of coastal regions should balance its ecological need. In this context analyze coastal regulation zones 2018 notification? Answer: New regulations: permit current Floor Space Index (FSI) or Floor Area Ratio (FAR) in urban areas coming under CRZ-II does away with the restrictions on construction which date back to the Development Control… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – January 15, 2019
