News:Government is planning to launch a new hybrid wheat variety named Karan Vandana across the country. Facts: About Karan Vandana It has been developed by the Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research (IIWBR) under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). It is also known as DBW-187.It is resistant to both yellow rust and… Continue reading Karan Vandana:A new hybrid wheat variety
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Manual Scavenging
News:The Supreme Court of India has pulled up the Centre on the number of deaths of manual scavengers and for not providing them with protective gear. Facts: About Manual scavenging: Manual scavenging is the practice of manually cleaning,carrying, disposing of, or handling human excreta. The International Labour Organization(ILO) distinguishes three forms of manual scavenging: a)… Continue reading Manual Scavenging
International Migrant Stock 2019
News: Union Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA), Population Division, has released International Migrant Stock 2019. Facts: Key takeaways from International Migrant Stock 2019: Number of international migrants in the world had reached an estimated 272 million 2019 — 51 million more than in 2010. The percentage of international migrants of the total… Continue reading International Migrant Stock 2019
Daily Quiz #16 UPSC Prelims Marathon – September 19, 2019
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Prohibition of E-cigarettes Ordinance, 2019
News: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the Promulgation of the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes (production, manufacture, import, export, transport, sale, distribution, storage and advertisement) Ordinance, 2019. Facts: About E-cigarettes: E-cigarettes are the most common form of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS). These are battery- operated devices that do not burn… Continue reading Prohibition of E-cigarettes Ordinance, 2019
Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – September 18, 2019
Q.1) “The regional media in India is vulnerable to administrative excesses, political pressure and corruption.” Comment. Answers Q.2) “There has to be a focus on human capital formation and demographic dividend in order to achieve $5 trillion economic objective.” Discuss. Answers Q.3) Discuss the significance of the Vaikom satyagraha and the self respect movement in… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – September 18, 2019
Must Read News Articles-September 19th 2019
GS-1 India is the top source of immigrants across the globe A UN report reveals that one-third of all immigrants come from 10 countries GS-2 Two out of three child deaths due to malnutrition: report Analysis of health data finds that Assam, Bihar, Rajasthan and U.P. are the most affected States Cabinet approves ban on… Continue reading Must Read News Articles-September 19th 2019
Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 19th, 2019
Q.1) “The developing situation and conditions in Yemen could cast a shadow over Indian interests in the region.” Comment. The Hindu Q.2) “With looming water crisis situation, government need to promote traditional methods of water conservation.” Discuss. The Hindu Q.3) Discuss the role played by Indian diaspora in India’s growth story and diplomatic efforts. The… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – September 19th, 2019
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz #15 September 18, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 18th, 2019
Leadership for Academicians Program (LEAP) News:Union Human Resource Development Minister has launched the Leadership for Academicians Programme (LEAP),2019. Facts: About LEAP: LEAP is a three weeks leadership development training programme (2 weeks domestic and one week foreign training) for second level academic functionaries in public funded higher education institutions. The main objective is to prepare… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – September 18th, 2019
