Source: This post on International Maritime Trade and Choke Points has been created based on the article “Global trade disruption” published in “Business Standard” on 26th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 International Relations – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. News: The article discusses the… Continue reading On International Maritime Trade and Choke Points – Global trade disruption
Drug problem in Punjab – A promise to keep
Source: The post drug problem in Punjab has been created on the article “A promise to keep” published in Indian Express on 26th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: Paper 3 – Internal Security – Organised crime News: The article discusses Punjab’s struggle with drug problems and efforts by the government to stop it. What is… Continue reading Drug problem in Punjab – A promise to keep
Global Goal on Adaptation and the road from Dubai
Source: The post Global goal on adaptation (GGA) has been created on the article “Global Goal on Adaptation and the road from Dubai” published in “The Hindu” on 26th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Environment – Ecology and Environment – Climate Change News: COP28 in Dubai marked a significant moment in… Continue reading Global Goal on Adaptation and the road from Dubai
Punishment for doctors in Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, bill 2023 – Carry on, doctor
Source: The post Free the doctors from criminal negligence has been created on the article “Carry on, doctor” published in “The Hindu” on 26th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: Paper 2- Governance – Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors. News: The new amendment (Criminal Law Amendment Bills) proposes to change the punishment… Continue reading Punishment for doctors in Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, bill 2023 – Carry on, doctor
Sanitation In India- Explained Pointwise
Sanitation systems are integral to our daily lives. They help in managing the disposal and treatment of used water, safeguarding public health and preventing environmental pollution. This article explores the diverse types of sanitation systems, their roles in rural and urban settings, and the benefits and challenges associated with these systems. Table of Content What… Continue reading Sanitation In India- Explained Pointwise
Milli second burst detected by Astrosat
Source- This post is based on the article “Milli-second burst detected by AstroSat in new high magnetic field neutron star can help understand such stellar entities” published in “PIB” on 25th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently a study revealed that AstroSat (India’s first multi-wavelength space observatory) has detected intense sub-second X-ray bursts from… Continue reading Milli second burst detected by Astrosat
Extended Version of Mission Karmayogi launched
Source- This post is based on the article “On the occasion of Good Governance Day, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launches the Extended Version of Mission Karmayogi” published in “PIB” on 25th December 2023. Why in the News? To commemorate Good Governance Day, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister, unveiled the Enhanced Edition of Mission… Continue reading Extended Version of Mission Karmayogi launched
Supreme Court: Physical Training Instructors Recognized as Teachers
Source- This post is based on the article “Physical training instructors come within definition of teachers: SC” published in “The Hindu” on 25th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court held that individuals serving as physical training instructors (PTIs) fall under the categorization of ‘teachers’. What was the Case? 1) The Bench… Continue reading Supreme Court: Physical Training Instructors Recognized as Teachers
Enhancing Railway Safety: Compulsory Disaster Management Training for Railway Officers
Source- This post is based on the article “Railway officers to be trained in disaster management; NAIR, IRIDM to impart training” published in “The Hindu” on 25th December 2023. Why in the News? After the Odisha train tragedy inquiry revealed the need for a quicker disaster response, the Ministry of Railways has mandated disaster management… Continue reading Enhancing Railway Safety: Compulsory Disaster Management Training for Railway Officers
Prelims Marathon – Political & Cultural Developments in 200 BCE to 200 AD – December 26th – 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
