Source– The post is based on the article “Counting the Female Labour Force Participation Rate accurately” published in The Indian Express on 8th February 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy and employment Relevance– Measurement of statistics related to employment News– Economic Survey tries to address a longstanding policy problem by developing a better method to count… Continue reading Counting the Female Labour Force Participation Rate accurately
The role of labour unions in emerging sectors
Source– The post is based on the article “The role of labour unions in emerging sectors” published in The Hindu on 8th February 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy and employment Relevance– Labour rights News-There have been many reports of layoffs in the last few months, especially in emerging sectors. In 2022, startups including Byju’s announced… Continue reading The role of labour unions in emerging sectors
A Nordic-India connect to power a green transition
Source– The post is based on the article “A Nordic-India connect to power a green transition” published in The Hindu on 8th February 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Bilateral, Regional groupings and agreement affecting India interests Relevance– Relations between India and Nordic countries News– Trade Ministers of Norway and Finland are currently visiting India together. What is… Continue reading A Nordic-India connect to power a green transition
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #45 : RN Choubey Board, Commerce & Accountancy Optional, Cooking, Dancing Hobbies
Date of Interview: 2nd Feb 2023 Board: RN Choubey Sir Background: CA., B.Com Optional: Commerce & Accountancy Home State: Rajasthan Work experience: IOCL Hobbies: Cooking ( Sattvic Food), Freestyle Dancing ( no questions on hobby) – NO questions from hobbies To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman Role of Finance commission… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #45 : RN Choubey Board, Commerce & Accountancy Optional, Cooking, Dancing Hobbies
The sacred Shaligram: 140 mn-year-old stones to be used for the idol of Lord Ram in Ayodhya
Source: The post is based on the article “The sacred Shaligram: 140 mn-year-old stones to be used for the idol of Lord Ram in Ayodhya” published in Indian Express on 9th February 2023. What is the News? Two sacred Shaligram stones arrived in Ayodhya for crafting the idols of Lord Ram and Janaki at the… Continue reading The sacred Shaligram: 140 mn-year-old stones to be used for the idol of Lord Ram in Ayodhya
What are Primary Agricultural Credit Societies?
Source: The post is based on the article “What are Primary Agricultural Credit Societies?” published in Indian Express on 9th February 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Primary Agricultural Credit Societies(PACS)?3 What is the lending mechanism of PACS?4 Why are PACS attractive?5 What are the challenges related to PACS? What is the News?… Continue reading What are Primary Agricultural Credit Societies?
Third source of natural quasicrystals preserves their reputation for violent origins
Source: The post is based on the article “Third source of natural quasicrystals preserves their reputation for violent origins” published in The Hindu on 8th February 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Quasicrystals?3 When was it discovered?4 What are the applications of Quasicrystals? What is the News? Recently, Scientists have discovered a third… Continue reading Third source of natural quasicrystals preserves their reputation for violent origins
Wildlife Institute of India working on vaccine to reduce ‘vermin’ populations, awaits further funding
Source: The post is based on the article “Wildlife Institute of India working on vaccine to reduce ‘vermin’ populations, awaits further funding” published in Down To Earth on 9th February 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Vermin species?3 Who can declare Vermin species?4 What is the project being developed to manage Vermins and… Continue reading Wildlife Institute of India working on vaccine to reduce ‘vermin’ populations, awaits further funding
ADSI Report 2021 – Student suicides in India at a five-year high, majority from Maharashtra: NCRB data
Source: The post is based on the article “Student suicides in India at a five-year high, majority from Maharashtra: NCRB data” published in Indian Express on 9th February 2023. What is the News? National Crime Records Bureau(NCRB) has released the (Accidental Deaths and Suicide in India) ADSI Report 2021. What are the key findings of… Continue reading ADSI Report 2021 – Student suicides in India at a five-year high, majority from Maharashtra: NCRB data
Explained | The status and proceeds of disinvestment
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | The status and proceeds of disinvestment” published in The Hindu on 9th February 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Disinvestment?3 Why does the government go for disinvestment?4 How has disinvestment fared in India? What is the News? In the Union Budget for 2023-24,… Continue reading Explained | The status and proceeds of disinvestment
