Source: The post Global reaction to the change in J&K’s status has been created on the article “How the world reacted to Article 370 abrogation, how SC verdict helps India” published in “Indian express” on 15th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS paper2- polity- constitutional amendment & International relation- India and its neighborhood- relations. News:… Continue reading Global reaction to the change in J&K’s Status-How the world reacted to Article 370 abrogation, how SC verdict helps India
Climate Negotiations and India- Explained Pointwise+Infographic
India has generally been at the forefront in the Climate Change negotiations like the Conference of Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). India has also taken several initiatives and pledges over the years for ensuring Climate Justice. However, with a long development path ahead, India has adopted a cautious… Continue reading Climate Negotiations and India- Explained Pointwise+Infographic
Asymmetric Federalism: Why many states in India enjoy special provisions
Source: The post is based on the article “Beyond Jammu and Kashmir: Why many states in India enjoy special provisions” published in “Indian Express” on 15th December 2023 Why in the News? India’s Constitution is tilted towards the Centre. But certain states enjoy special provisions in the Constitution. What is India’s Governance Structure? 1) India’s… Continue reading Asymmetric Federalism: Why many states in India enjoy special provisions
Supreme Court Affirms Validity of Arbitration Agreements in Unstamped Contracts
Source- This post is based on the article “Arbitration agreements in unstamped contracts valid, says Constitution Bench” published in “The Hindu” on 13th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently, a seven-judge Constitution Bench ruled that arbitration agreements in unstamped or insufficiently stamped commercial contracts remain valid, enforceable, and existent. What are the Highlights of… Continue reading Supreme Court Affirms Validity of Arbitration Agreements in Unstamped Contracts
Urgent need to control use of e-cigarettes: WHO
Source: The post is based on the article “Urgent need to control use of e-cigarettes: WHO” published in “The Hindu” on 15th December 2023 Why in the News? The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report on e-cigarettes titled Electronic Cigarettes: Call to Action. What are Electronic Cigarettes? 1) E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices that… Continue reading Urgent need to control use of e-cigarettes: WHO
Barracuda: India’s fastest’ solar-electric boat launched
Source: The post is based on the article “Barracuda: India’s fastest’ solar-electric boat launched” published in “The Hindu” on 15th December 2023 Why in the News? India’s fastest solar-electric boat named Barracuda has been launched. What is Barracuda? Specifications Details What is it It is India’s fastest solar-electric boat Developed jointly by Navalt Solar and… Continue reading Barracuda: India’s fastest’ solar-electric boat launched
[Download] New 10 PM Weekly Compilation – Dec 2023 – 1st week
Hello, everyone. We are posting a Compilation of the 10 pm current affairs quiz – December 2023 – 1st week for practice of current affairs. All Questions have been framed based on the format of 2023 UPSC prelims exam. The compilation has been arranged based on the Prelims syllabus. Click on the following link to download… Continue reading [Download] New 10 PM Weekly Compilation – Dec 2023 – 1st week
ENACT Partnership + infographic
Source– This post is based on the article “Six countries and UN agency join vital global partnership to advance Nature-based Solutions” published on “IUCN website” on 9th December 2023. Why in the News? The ENACT (Enhancing Nature-based Solutions for an Accelerated Climate Transformation) Partnership has welcomed six new countries and UNEP into its collaboration at… Continue reading ENACT Partnership + infographic
Web browsers working
Source- This post is based on the article “How do web browsers work? | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 11th December 2023. Why in the News? Web browsers serve as our digital gateways to the expansive realm of the internet. In this article we delve into the complexity of web browsers, unveiling their working… Continue reading Web browsers working
Diel Vertical Migration: A Key Player in Carbon Sequestration
Source– This post is based on the article “What is Diel Vertical Migration and its role in carbon sequestration?” published in “The Hindu” on 6th December 2023. Why in the News? Diel Vertical Migration (DVM) has garnered attention in recent news for its involvement in carbon sequestration. What is Diel Vertical Migration? 1) Diel Vertical… Continue reading Diel Vertical Migration: A Key Player in Carbon Sequestration
