Source: The post is based on the article “So, Are People The Best Judge?” published in The Times of India on 26th April 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Polity – Functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary Relevance: concerns associated with the Basic Structure Doctrine. News: It has been 50 years of the “Basic Structure Doctrine”. How… Continue reading So, Are People The Best Judge?
A newly fabricated bio-electronic uric acid detecting device can be used for wearable sensors and point-of-care diagnostics
Source: The post is based on the article “A newly fabricated bio-electronic uric acid detecting device can be used for wearable sensors and point-of-care diagnostics” published in PIB on 25th April 2023 What is the News? Researchers from the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), Guwahati have developed a new flexible bio-electronic… Continue reading A newly fabricated bio-electronic uric acid detecting device can be used for wearable sensors and point-of-care diagnostics
108 years of Armenian ‘genocide’: What happened, and the debate around what to call it
Source: The post is based on the article “108 years of Armenian ‘genocide’: What happened, and the debate around what to call it” published in Indian Express on 25th April 2023 What is the News? April 24, 1915 marks the beginning of what came to be known as the Armenian genocide. What is Genocide? The… Continue reading 108 years of Armenian ‘genocide’: What happened, and the debate around what to call it
Genome sequencing and the Genome India Project
Source: The post is based on the article “Genome sequencing and the Genome India Project” published in The Hindu on 26th April 2023 What is the News? The Department of Biotechnology has said that the exercise to sequence 10,000 Indian human genomes and create a database under the Genome India Project is about two-thirds complete.… Continue reading Genome sequencing and the Genome India Project
Eco Biotraps: BMC to launch eco-friendly device to curb vector-borne diseases
Source: The post is based on the article “BMC to launch eco-friendly device to curb vector-borne diseases” published in The Hindustan Times on 25th April 2023. What is the News? Recently, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced the launch of a pilot project called ‘Eco Biotraps’. The project aims to prevent the spread of vector-borne infections in… Continue reading Eco Biotraps: BMC to launch eco-friendly device to curb vector-borne diseases
The right to litigate – Use of legal remedies to limit nature’s exploitation is at the core of democracy
Source: The post is based on the article “The right to litigate – Use of legal remedies to limit nature’s exploitation is at the core of democracy” published in The Hindu on 26th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Environment and Bio-diversity Conservation Relevance: About coal-fired plants. News: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has recently registered… Continue reading The right to litigate – Use of legal remedies to limit nature’s exploitation is at the core of democracy
Rescue service – The Sudan evacuation highlights challenges India faces in conflict
Source: The post is based on the article “Rescue service – The Sudan evacuation highlights challenges India faces in conflict” published in The Hindu on 26th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: Indian diaspora. Relevance: About Sudan evacuation. News: India has begun ‘Operation Kaveri’ to evacuate around 4,000 nationals currently stranded in Khartoum and other parts of… Continue reading Rescue service – The Sudan evacuation highlights challenges India faces in conflict
[Kurukshetra April 2023 Summary] Groundwater Water Management through Panchayats – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Water is an essential natural resource for sustaining life and livelihoods, especially in rural areas. However, it is increasingly becoming a scarce commodity due to over-exploitation and insufficient natural replenishment. With the mounting pressure of population growth and water-consuming sectors, sustainable water management has become vital in rural areas. Panchayati… Continue reading [Kurukshetra April 2023 Summary] Groundwater Water Management through Panchayats – Explained, pointwise
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I April 25th, 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 April 25th, 2023
Prelims Marathon – Early Medieval developments in India and Indian culture in Southeast Asia – April 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.
