Source: The post is based on the article “UGC to bring out a new curriculum for PG programmes, offers flexibility to students” published in “The Hindu” on 17th November 2023 Why in the News? The University Grants Commission (UGC) has released a draft document titled “Curriculum and Credit Framework for Postgraduate Programmes”. What are the… Continue reading UGC to bring out a new curriculum for PG programmes, offers flexibility to students
Category: Factly: Polity and Nation
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Polity and Nation. You can find all relevant Polity and Nation updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
Source: The post is based on the article “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra” published in “PIB” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has launched the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. What is the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra? Specifications Details Aim To promote and publicize government welfare schemes. To enroll potential beneficiaries of… Continue reading Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
PM Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PM PVTG) Mission: PM launches ₹24,000-crore project for development of vulnerable tribal groups
Source: The post is based on the article “PM Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PM PVTG) Mission: PM launches ₹24,000-crore project for development of vulnerable tribal groups” published in “PIB” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has launched the ₹24,000-crore Pradhan Mantri Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PM PVTG) Mission. What is… Continue reading PM Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PM PVTG) Mission: PM launches ₹24,000-crore project for development of vulnerable tribal groups
Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS) for OBC & Others
Source: The post is based on the article “Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS) for OBC & Others” published in “PIB” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? This article provides information about the Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme(SHREYAS). What is SHREYAS Scheme? Specifications Details Nodal Ministry Ministry… Continue reading Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS) for OBC & Others
‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal launched
Source: The post is based on the article “‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal launched” published in “PIB” on 14th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the ‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal. What is AAINA Dashboard for Cities Portal? Specifications Details Launched by Ministry of Housing… Continue reading ‘AAINA Dashboard for Cities’ portal launched
FAME Scheme: Firmer push for local EV production in FAME-III
Source: The post is based on the article “FAME Scheme: Firmer push for local EV production in FAME-III” published in “Live mint” on 14th November 2023 Why in the News? The Union ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) is considering introducing a 50% domestic value addition (DVA) requirement under the proposed Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of… Continue reading FAME Scheme: Firmer push for local EV production in FAME-III
GPS Anklets on prison inmates
Source– This post “GPS Anklets on prison inmates” is based on the article ”Centre asks States to use tracking devices on prison inmates released on parole” published in “The Hindu” on 13 November 2023. Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry issued a circular to all states suggesting them to use GPS tracking devices… Continue reading GPS Anklets on prison inmates
Governor cannot sit on bills passed by State Legislature
Source– This post is based on the article “Governors can’t sit on Bills passed by Assembly: Supreme Court” published in “The Hindu” on 10 November 2023. Why in the News? The Supreme Court has observed that a Governor cannot sit on key Bills passed by a State Legislature, on the writ petition filed by the… Continue reading Governor cannot sit on bills passed by State Legislature
Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting approves Comprehensive “Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023”
Source: The post is based on the article “Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting approves Comprehensive “Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023” published in “PIB” on 10th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released the “Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023”. What is Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023? Aim: To… Continue reading Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting approves Comprehensive “Digital Advertisement Policy, 2023”
Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill,2023: Govt gets power to dissolve IIM boards
Source: The post is based on the article “Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill,2023: Govt gets power to dissolve IIM boards” published in “Indian Express” on 11th November 2023 Why in the News? Parliament had recently passed the Indian Institute of Management (Amendment), Bill 2023. What is Indian Institute of Management (Amendment), Bill 2023? Aim:… Continue reading Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill,2023: Govt gets power to dissolve IIM boards
