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Threats to Coral Reefs

Context The Reef & Rainforest Research Centre (RRRC) has reported that some affected areas of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef are showing “substantial signs of recovery.” Corals: Coral polyps are small (0.25-12 inches), soft-bodied marine organisms. They belong to the group cnidaria Note: other cnidarians include hydras, jellyfish, and sea anemones The coral polyps share a… Continue reading Threats to Coral Reefs

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 3, 2018

Archives Q.1) Digital financial inclusion penetration is low in India. Examine the reason behind this. Also, analyse how financial technology firms can play a role in taking financial services to rural areas. Answer: The 500-million mobile connections in rural areas offers an opportunity to achieve digital and financial inclusion. But the numbers on financial inclusion… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – October 3, 2018

Must Read News Articles – October 4th, 2018

Archives GS 2 Chief Justice Gogoi rings in change in Supreme Court Chief Justice Gogoi announced that only “extremely urgent” matters would be allowed to be orally mentioned for out-of-turn hearing. The scope of constitutional morality Abolition of untouchability in all its forms, including scavenging, remains an unrealised constitutional right No sweeping change The Swachh… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – October 4th, 2018

Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 4, 2018

Read the following questions and answer them by clicking on the links in not more than 200 words Time: 30 Minutes Kindly review each others answers Q.1) E-mobility is a nascent industry in India. What are the challenges facing the adoption of e-vehicles in India. Write about the FAME-II mission. Q.2) India needs a good… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – October 4, 2018

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