News: International Finance Corporation’s collaboration with Axis Bank marks the IFC’s first ever blue investment in India. 1. International Finance Corporation (IFC): It is a member of the World Bank Group and focuses on promoting private sector investment in developing countries. 2. It is regarded as the largest global development institution focused on the private… Continue reading IFC, Axis Bank partner for $500 million blue finance load
India slipped on academic freedom index over the past decade: Report
News: Free To Think 2024 report states that India’s academic freedom has slipped from 0.6 points to 0.2 points from 2013 to 2023. 1. Academic Freedom Index: It is a measurement tool that assesses the level of academic freedom across the world, covering 179 countries and territories. It is published by V-Dem and FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg.… Continue reading India slipped on academic freedom index over the past decade: Report
Regulation role
News: This year’s Nobel Prize in Physiology (Medicine) has been awarded for the discovery of microRNA, which has altered the understanding of gene regulation. 1. MicroRNA: They are tiny molecules that play an important role in the functioning of genes. Its discovery will help in the treatment of several non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes,… Continue reading Regulation role
Classification of languages problematic in modern India
Source: The post classification of languages problematic in modern India has been created, based on the article “New additions to classical languages list: Yet another divide-and-rule strategy” published in “Indian Express” on 8th October is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1-Society-Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. Context: The article discusses how British… Continue reading Classification of languages problematic in modern India
Importance of high-performance buildings (HPBs)
Source: The post importance of high-performance buildings (HPBs) has been created, based on the article “How high-performance buildings are the next step towards a sustainable future” published in “The Hindu” on 8th October is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- Infrastructures Context: The article discusses the importance of high-performance buildings (HPBs) in reducing energy… Continue reading Importance of high-performance buildings (HPBs)
The Supreme Court declares caste-based labor divisions in prisons unconstitutional
Source: The post the Supreme Court declares caste-based labor divisions in prisons unconstitutional has been created, based on the article “On ‘casteist’ provisions in prison manuals” published in “The Hindu” on 8th October is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Governance- Prison Reforms Context: The article discusses the Supreme Court’s decision to declare caste-based… Continue reading The Supreme Court declares caste-based labor divisions in prisons unconstitutional
Mains 2024 Over – Planning ahead!
Dear Students, The Mains 2024 has gotten over more than a week ago. We are sure that those of us writing the mains have given our best. We wrote to you on September 30th about the need for a break after the Mains examination. This Thursday, October 10th at 11AM, we shall be assembling to… Continue reading Mains 2024 Over – Planning ahead!
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 7th October 2024 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing, 7th October 2024 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 7th October 2024 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8th October 2024 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing, 8th October 2024 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8th October 2024 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Prelims Marathon 8th October – Capital Market in India – 2024
Dear Friends, We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjective MCQs daily. Daily Quiz UPSC Prelims Marathon 8th October Capital Market in India For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For schedule,… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 8th October – Capital Market in India – 2024
