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USTTAD (Upgrading the Skills & Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development) scheme

Facts: USTTAD Scheme: The scheme was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Minority Affairs. Aim: To upgrade the capacity building and traditional skills of master craftsmen and artisans. Objectives: Capacity building and upgrading of the traditional skills of master craftsmen and artisans; Documentation of identified traditional arts/crafts of minorities; Set standards of traditional skills; Training of… Continue reading USTTAD (Upgrading the Skills & Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development) scheme

World’s oldest known cave painting (a wild pig image) found in Indonesia

News: Archaeologists have discovered the world’s oldest known animal cave painting in Indonesia – a wild pig – believed to be drawn 45,500 years ago. Facts: Source: Indian Express About Cave Painting: The cave painting uncovered in South Sulawesi in Indonesia consists of a figurative depiction of a warty pig, a wild boar that is endemic to… Continue reading World’s oldest known cave painting (a wild pig image) found in Indonesia

UPSC Mains 2020 Question Papers | Compulsory Language Papers, 2020

Mains 2020 Compulsory Language Question Paper | UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Question Papers, 2020 Good Afternoon, After a break of 5 days, UPSC has conducted the exam of compulsory Indian Language Paper in Mains 2020. You can download the question paper by clicking on the link given below; Mains 2020 Compulsory Indian Language Question… Continue reading UPSC Mains 2020 Question Papers | Compulsory Language Papers, 2020

[UPDATE] Extra Attempt for Aspirants in UPSC 2021 under Active Consideration

The Supreme Court last Monday, asked about the progress on the extra attempt for UPSC aspirants in 2021. In response, the Center has told SC that A decision to grant another chance for UPSC aspirants, especially candidates whose last attempt at cracking the prelims expired in October 2020, is under “active consideration.” Further, the Additional… Continue reading [UPDATE] Extra Attempt for Aspirants in UPSC 2021 under Active Consideration

Factsheet for administration of COVID-19 Vaccine released

Synopsis: Government has released a Vaccine Fact sheet that contains guidelines for administering both vaccines (Covaxin and Covishield).  Background  Union Health Ministry has sent a comprehensive fact sheet for both vaccines (Covaxin and Covishield) to all states and immunisation officer.   The Centre has also asked the states and immunisation officers to disseminate the fact sheet to all programme managers, cold chain handlers, and vaccinators before the… Continue reading Factsheet for administration of COVID-19 Vaccine released

Need for social media Policies on hate and incitement

Synopsis- Social media platforms need clear policies on which they commit to a consistent refusal to help heads of state incite violence. Introduction- On January 6, when the extremists stormed the United States Capitol building, Trump’s social media accounts were active and communicating. After this incident, social media companies blocked particular communications including videos of… Continue reading Need for social media Policies on hate and incitement

UK  Report classified India among ‘difficult four’ countries

Synopsis: The report released by the Royal Institute of International Affairs (UK) recommends an arm’s length relationship with India due to rise of religious intolerance.  Back ground  Recently, the Royal Institute of International Affairs (UK) have proposed a blueprint titled “Global Britain, Global Broker”, for Britain’s future foreign policy after Brexit.  As a matter of concern for India, the report… Continue reading UK  Report classified India among ‘difficult four’ countries

New opportunities for India in Afghanistan

Synopsis: Change of power in the US has provided India with an opportunity to re-engage with Afghanistan.  Introduction   The National Security Advisor(NSA) Ajit Doval paid a 2-day visit to Kabul. It was the first trip to Afghanistan, by a top Indian official, since the start of Doha Talks between Taliban and Afghan republic representatives.  Both sides… Continue reading New opportunities for India in Afghanistan

Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 16th January, 2021

Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: \ For yesterday’s Current Affairs – Click Here GS-Paper 1 Making public notices optional under Special Marriage Act is a relief for inter-faith couples The Hindu Page – 6 Syllabus Topic – Society, communalism, diversity GS Paper 2 Vaccination against Covid-19… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles I 16th January, 2021

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