Source: The post is based on the article “Draft Mineral Auction Rules,2023: Single bidder allowed in second attempt” published in “Business Standard” on 22nd November 2023 Why in the News? Government of India has released the Draft Mineral (Auction) Second Amendment Rules, 2023. What are the key provisions of Draft Mineral(Auction) Second Amendment Rules, 2023?… Continue reading Draft Mineral Auction Rules,2023: Single bidder allowed in second attempt
Gambusia fish remain popular to beat mosquitoes
Source: The post is based on the article “Gambusia fish remain popular to beat mosquitoes” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd November 2023 Why in the News? Recently, various government and non-governmental organizations in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Punjab have released mosquitofish into local water bodies to address the problem of mosquitoes. What is Mosquitofish? … Continue reading Gambusia fish remain popular to beat mosquitoes
Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR: INDIA-USA JOINT EXERCISE
Source: The post is based on the article “Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR: INDIA-USA JOINT EXERCISE” published in “PIB” on 22nd November 2023 Why in the News? The 14th Edition of the Exercise “VAJRA PRAHAR” has started at Umroi, Meghalaya. What is Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR? Specifications Details What is it It is a joint exercise between Indian… Continue reading Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR: INDIA-USA JOINT EXERCISE
PARAKH conducts State Educational Achievement Survey 2023
Source: The post is based on the article “State Educational Achievement Survey 2023 – PARAKH successfully conducted ” published in “PIB” on 21st November 2023. Why in the News? PARAKH has conducted the State Educational Achievement Survey 2023. What is the State Educational Achievement Survey 2023? Specifications Details Conducted by PARAKH Aim To assess the… Continue reading PARAKH conducts State Educational Achievement Survey 2023
Tantalum, the rare metal found in Sutlej
Source: The post is based on the article “Tantalum, the rare metal found in Sutlej” published in “Indian Express” on 22nd November 2023 Why in the News? A team of researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Ropar has found the presence of tantalum in the Sutlej river sand in Punjab. What is Tantalum?… Continue reading Tantalum, the rare metal found in Sutlej
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I November 21st, 2023
Dear Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I November 21st, 2023
[Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – Nov 2023 – 3rd week
Dear Friends, We are posting a compilation of Factly articles for the month of November 2023 – Third week. We have made several improvements in our compilations structure, to make them more user-friendly and easy to use. Give your feedback on the same and provide suggestions in the comment box, if you want any further… Continue reading [Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – Nov 2023 – 3rd week
Prelims Marathon – Acts & Amendments – November 22nd – 2023
Dear Friends, We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjective MCQs on a daily basis. For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. For the Prelims marathon archive – click here
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Mains Answer Writing I November 22nd, 2023
Good Morning Friends, Following are today’s 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. Every morning, we post 2-3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam. Write… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Mains Answer Writing I November 22nd, 2023
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – Nov 22nd 2023
About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – Nov 22nd 2023
