Source: The post is based on the article “Microalgae are adapting to warming climate, declining nutrient levels in seas with novel strategy” published in “Down To Earth” on 20th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Microalgae?3 What is the importance and applications of Microalgae?4 What is the strategy adopted by Microalgae to… Continue reading Microalgae are adapting to warming climate, declining nutrient levels in seas with novel strategy
SC asks States to appoint officers under POSH Act
Source: The post is based on the article “SC asks States to appoint officers under POSH Act” published in “The Hindu” on 20th October 2023 What is the News? The Supreme Court has directed the Centre and all the states and Union territories (UTs) to immediately appoint district officers under the Sexual Harassment of Women… Continue reading SC asks States to appoint officers under POSH Act
Denudation/Physical Weathering/Chemical Weathering
Denudation: Denudation refers to the processes that wear away the Earth’s surface, leading to the reduction in elevation and relief of landforms. It encompasses weathering, mass wasting, and erosion. Weathering, a crucial part of denudation, breaks down rocks at or near the Earth’s surface through physical and chemical processes. Types of Weathering A. Physical Weathering:… Continue reading Denudation/Physical Weathering/Chemical Weathering
Why SLLs also need to be reformed
Source: This post has been created based on the article “Why SLLs also need to be reformed” published in The Hindu on 20th October 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 Indian Polity — Structure, organization, and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary. News: This article discusses the significance of Special and Local Laws (SLLs)… Continue reading Why SLLs also need to be reformed
An opportunity to recast India’s food system
Source: This post has been created based on the article “An opportunity to recast India’s food system” published in The Hindu on 20th October 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 Social Justice — Issues relating to poverty and hunger. News: This article discusses the importance of reasonable economic returns and resilient environmental system in ensuring… Continue reading An opportunity to recast India’s food system
Why are earthquakes frequent in Afghanistan?
Source: This post has been created based on the article “Why are earthquakes frequent in Afghanistan?” published in The Hindu on 20th October 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1 Geography — Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, tsunami, volcanic activity, cyclones etc. News: This article discusses the reasons behind the phenomenon of frequent earthquakes in… Continue reading Why are earthquakes frequent in Afghanistan?
The shape of climate justice in a warming India
Source: This post has been created based on the article “The shape of climate justice in a warming India” published in The Hindu on 20th October 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 Environment — Conservation, Environmental pollution and degradation. GS Paper 3 Indian Economy — Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. News: This article… Continue reading The shape of climate justice in a warming India
We must break the silence on suicide prevention in India
Source: The post is based on the article “We must break the silence on suicide prevention in India” published in Live Mint on 20th October 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Social Issues – Problems associated with Health Relevance: Measures needed to prevent suicides in India and address mental health issues News: The author, associated with Mariwala… Continue reading We must break the silence on suicide prevention in India
Farmer Producers’ Organisations: Engines of agri-innovation in UP
Source: The post is based on the article “’Farmer Producers’ Organisations: Engines of agri-innovation in UP” published in “Indian express” on 20th October 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Agriculture- marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers. News: The article discusses how Farmer Producers’ Organisations (FPOs) in Uttar Pradesh (UP)… Continue reading Farmer Producers’ Organisations: Engines of agri-innovation in UP
Why we need norms on government spending
Source: The post is based on the article “Why we need norms on government spending” published in “Indian express” on 20th October 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy- Government Budgeting. News: The article discusses the challenges democracies face in deciding where to spend public money. Governments often prioritize “freebies” for citizens to gain votes, even though these… Continue reading Why we need norms on government spending
