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Tenure of “Commission for Sub-categorisation of OBCs” extended

What is the News? The tenure of the Commission to examine the Sub-categorisation of Other Backward Classes(OBCs) is extended. The commission now has until July 31 to submit its report. The commission is headed by Justice G Rohini. What is Sub-Categorisation of OBCs? Reservation among OBCs: OBCs are granted 27% reservation in jobs and education… Continue reading Tenure of “Commission for Sub-categorisation of OBCs” extended

What is “Make in India Initiative 2.0”?

What is the News? The Minister of Commerce and Industry has informed Lok Sabha about the Make in India Initiative 2.0. Make in India Initiative: Launched Year: It was launched in 2014 by the Government of India. Aim: To make India a global hub for the manufacturing, research and innovation. Also, the integrations of India… Continue reading What is “Make in India Initiative 2.0”?

Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 5, 2021

Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles List of Today’s Factly Articles What is “Make in India Initiative 2.0”? Tenure of “Commission for Sub-categorisation of OBCs” extended “ICMR Serological Survey” -One in five Indians have been exposed to coronavirus, World Economic Forum launches “EDISON Alliance” Budget proposes tax on EPF interest Prime… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 5, 2021

[UPDATE] Center agrees for an extra attempt to UPSC aspirants in IAS 2021 Exam

In the Supreme Court, the center has agreed to an extra attempt for UPSC IAS civil service exam aspirants, but with certain conditions. After a series of hearings, the center has agreed to the extra chance for the candidates. This chance will be only available to aspirants, who missed their last attempt for the Civil… Continue reading [UPDATE] Center agrees for an extra attempt to UPSC aspirants in IAS 2021 Exam

Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) scheme for textile sector

Why in News? The Finance Minister has announced the launch of Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) Scheme. About Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) Scheme Aim: The scheme aims to enable the textile industry to become globally competitive and boost exports. The scheme also aims to boost employment generation within the textile sector and also attract… Continue reading Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) scheme for textile sector

UPSC Board Members Details

The Union Public Service Commission if the apex recruiting agency of the Union. In this article, we have the list of Board Members of UPSC for Interview for Civil Services Examination, for Indian Forest Service Examination Interview and for CAPF Interview. Read this article till the end to know what things you need to keep… Continue reading UPSC Board Members Details

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Vaccine battle among countries 

Source: Click here Syllabus: GS 2 – Health related issues Synopsis: Countries should refrain from engaging in vaccine battles and focus on global cooperation. Introduction  Almost all countries across the globe are in need of access to vaccines. But the developed countries are mindlessly collecting approved vaccines. Only the countries in the global south like… Continue reading Vaccine battle among countries 

A normal budget for abnormal times

Synopsis: The recently released budget appears to be fairly normal. Normal is not sufficient for the abnormal times like the present. Introduction The economy contracted by 7.7% in India. The economic survey projects India’s real GDP growth to be 11% in 2021-22. However, this projection looks overestimated. India will have to surpass pre-covid-19 levels to… Continue reading A normal budget for abnormal times

Protest in India and US: Similarities and differences

Synopsis: The violence that has happened in the US and India has some similarities. It highlights the erosion of democratic values in the world’s oldest (US) and largest democracies. Background Recently, In the US, a violent mob attacked the U.S. Capitol building. This mob vandalized public property and threatened lawmakers in Congress. Similarly, India witnessed… Continue reading Protest in India and US: Similarities and differences

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