In recent years, hate speech in all its varieties has acquired a systemic presence in the media and the internet, from electoral campaigns to everyday life. There is no international legal definition of hate speech and the characterization of what is ‘hateful’. It can be understood as any kind of communication in speech, writing or… Continue reading [Answered] In the light of increasing incidents of hate speech, highlight the laws meant to curb hate speech. Also suggest some remedial measures to curb this menace.
[Answered] A cable-car crisis this week threw a spotlight on India’s rapid response infirmities. Preparedness for such incidents is required. Elaborate.
Recently, over 40 people got trapped mid-air in cable cars in Jharkhand’s Deoghar, later rescued by relief teams. The Indian Air Force had to mount a rescue mission. Though the incident has been termed as a ‘unique accident’ or ‘statistical rarity’, the event highlights the challenges associated with the rapid response mechanisms. Rapid response mechanisms… Continue reading [Answered] A cable-car crisis this week threw a spotlight on India’s rapid response infirmities. Preparedness for such incidents is required. Elaborate.
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I Apr 14th, 2022
Good Morning 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… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I Apr 14th, 2022
[Answered] Solar power is a major prong of India’s commitment to address global warming. In the light of the statement, highlight the challenges faced by India in achieving its targets with regard to solar energy.
Many regions in India are blessed with abundant sunlight for more than 200 days of the year. This is due to India’s prominent location near the Equator. Solar power is a major point of India’s commitment to address global warming according to the terms of the Paris Agreement, as well as achieving net zero, or… Continue reading [Answered] Solar power is a major prong of India’s commitment to address global warming. In the light of the statement, highlight the challenges faced by India in achieving its targets with regard to solar energy.
[Answered] Monuments and antiquities are part of our heritage and culture, they should be protected adequately. Comment and also suggest some measures to strengthen the present design to preserve our Monuments and antiquities.
The history of India’s monuments and heritage sites are as old as the development of Indus Valley civilization. It is important to understand the need to preserve and protect the monuments. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), under the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, is the premier organization for the archaeological researches and protection of… Continue reading [Answered] Monuments and antiquities are part of our heritage and culture, they should be protected adequately. Comment and also suggest some measures to strengthen the present design to preserve our Monuments and antiquities.
10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz |April 16-2022
Hello friends,
We are posting the 10 PM current affairs quiz for today. Under our 10 PM current affairs quiz initiative, we are posting 10 MCQs sources from news articles, on a daily basis. MCQs in this initiative are sourced from PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, etc.
9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – April 16th, 2022
Dear Friends, We have initiated some changes in the 9 PM Brief and other postings related to current affairs. What we sought to do: Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you. We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than enough… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – April 16th, 2022
Explained: The Neptune cruise missile that severely damaged a Russian warship
What is the News? Ukraine has claimed that it has damaged the Russian Black Sea Fleet Flagship ‘Moskva’ by Neptune Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles. What is the Neptune Missile? Neptune is a coastal anti-ship cruise missile that is capable of the destruction of naval vessels in a range of 300 km. The missile system was inducted… Continue reading Explained: The Neptune cruise missile that severely damaged a Russian warship
What are oil bonds, and to what extent do they tie the govt’s hands?
Context: The government has attracted criticism post a surge in retail prices of petrol, diesel, and other petroleum product. However, the Finance Minister has blamed the oil bonds issued by the predecessor government for the current price countered. Contents1 How much fuel price is taxed?2 What is an Oil Bond?3 Why were they issued?4 What is… Continue reading What are oil bonds, and to what extent do they tie the govt’s hands?
Explained: What is the ‘Long Period Average’, IMD’s benchmark for monsoon prediction?
Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Long Range Forecast(LRF) for 2022?3 What is the Long Period Average(LPA)?4 What is the range of a Normal Monsoon?5 What is the significance of LPA? What is the News? India Meteorological Department(IMD) has released its first Long Range Forecast(LRF) for 2022. What is the Long Range Forecast(LRF)… Continue reading Explained: What is the ‘Long Period Average’, IMD’s benchmark for monsoon prediction?
