Source: The post is based on the article “Community seed bank initiative traces & restores heritage rice varieties in Tamil Nadu” published in PIB on 24th September 2022 What is the News? Around 20 heritage rice varieties of Tamil Nadu are being traced, collected, redeemed and restored through the Community seed bank Initiative. Background The… Continue reading Community seed bank initiative traces & restores heritage rice varieties in Tamil Nadu
Saturn’s mysterious rings & extreme tilt: Former moon may be responsible
Source: The post is based on the article “Saturn’s mysterious rings & extreme tilt: Former moon may be responsible” published in Down To Earth on 23rd September 2022 What is the News? According to a new study, a pre-existing moon named ‘Chrysalis’ likely left Saturn with its bright rings and extreme tilt. What are the… Continue reading Saturn’s mysterious rings & extreme tilt: Former moon may be responsible
Why CUET-UG ‘normalises’ marks, and how it differs from other scoring systems
Source: The post is based on the article “Why CUET-UG ‘normalises’ marks, and how it differs from other scoring systems” published in Indian Express on 23rd September 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Normalisation?3 Is the normalisation method applied in other entrance exams also?4 How is CUET-UG normalisation different from others? What is… Continue reading Why CUET-UG ‘normalises’ marks, and how it differs from other scoring systems
What banking system liquidity going into ‘deficit mode’ means
Source: The post is based on the article “What banking system liquidity going into ‘deficit mode’ means” published in Indian Express on 24th September 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is banking system liquidity?3 What has triggered this deficit?4 What will be the impact of this deficit on consumers? What is the News? For… Continue reading What banking system liquidity going into ‘deficit mode’ means
Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment for 2022-23
Source: The post is based on the article “Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment for 2022-23” published in PIB on 23rd September 2022 What is the News? The government of India has launched a Scheme Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment for 2022-23. What is Special Assistance to States for Capital… Continue reading Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment for 2022-23
The tomistoma does not usually attack humans but that is happening now; here is why
Source: The post is based on the article “The tomistoma does not usually attack humans but that is happening now; here is why” published in Down To Earth on 23rd September 2022 What is the News? Increasing human intrusion into the habitat of Tomistoma (a crocodile species) may be causing it to attack people in… Continue reading The tomistoma does not usually attack humans but that is happening now; here is why
India announces the launch of the “Innovation Roadmap of the Mission Integrated Biorefineries” developed by co-leads and active inputs from Brazil, Canada, EC and the UK
Source: The post is based on the article “India announces the launch of the “Innovation Roadmap of the Mission Integrated Biorefineries” developed by co-leads and active inputs from Brazil, Canada, EC and the UK ” published in PIB on 23rd September 2022 What is the News? The Government of India has announced the launch of… Continue reading India announces the launch of the “Innovation Roadmap of the Mission Integrated Biorefineries” developed by co-leads and active inputs from Brazil, Canada, EC and the UK
[Kurukshetra September Summary] Education for Tribals – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 About Tribal Education Status3 Genesis of Educational Policies and their Focus on Tribal Education4 Various Programmes/Schemes on Education5 Major Challenges for Tribal Education6 Way Forward Introduction The aim of any education system is to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education at all levels of school education. An inclusive education… Continue reading [Kurukshetra September Summary] Education for Tribals – Explained, pointwise
[Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – September, 2022 – 2nd week
Hello everyone, We are posting a compilation of Mains Marathon for the month of September 2022 – Second week. Click on the following link to download Download About Mains Marathon Daily Mains Marathon is focused on UPSC Mains 2023. Under this initiative, we post, daily 2 articles, based on the provided weekly schedule. For More… Continue reading [Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – September, 2022 – 2nd week
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I September 23rd, 2022
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 September 23rd, 2022
