Source: Down to Earth Relevance: To analyze the findings of the report by ATREE to study the impact on Banni grasslands. Synopsis: A study by ATREE (Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology & Environment) & Sahjeevan (Volunteer Organisation) to study the impact of Prosopis Juliflora on Banni Grasslands Context: Prosopis Juliflora, a non-native tree species,… Continue reading How to save Banni Grasslandsfrom invasive species? Here’s what a new study suggests
Rewiring Indian Inc
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Changed dynamics in Indian economy after 1991 reforms Synopsis: 1991 reforms was a transformational step for the Indian economy, causing a tremendous shift in the way business was carried out in India. An analysis of the changes brought by the reforms and its impact. Changes brought by 1991 reform Centrality of… Continue reading Rewiring Indian Inc
Retrospective taxation and the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill – Explained, pointwise
Introduction The government has recently introduced the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021, in Parliament. The bill seeks to nullify the contentious retrospective tax law by amending the Income Tax (IT) Act of 1961 and the Finance Act of 2012. By the 2012 amendment, the government permitted itself to tax entities retrospectively in 2012, the government has so far made 17… Continue reading Retrospective taxation and the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill – Explained, pointwise
Not always fair game
Source: The Hindu Relevance: This article explains the new amendment passed by the TN government to ban online gaming and the court verdict around it Synopsis Tamil Nadu government, driven by the desire to control the menace of online gambling, has moved legislation to ban online games like rummy and poker. Introduction: The Tamil Nadu… Continue reading Not always fair game
China’s border games
Source: Business Standard Relevance: China’s border strategy against India Synopsis: China’s strategy of push and shove to solidify its position along the LAC requires bold and decisive action from India. Context Recently, China’s President made a three-day visit to Tibet. Featuring prominently in his programme was the Tibetan town of Nyingtri (or Nyingchi) which is… Continue reading China’s border games
India’s indigenous aircraft carrier setting sail for sea trials is a historic moment
Source: Indian Express, Time of India Synopsis: The onset of sea trials of INS Vikrant marks a historic moment for the Indian Navy, which till now had aircraft carriers, but none built at home. The brand-new INS Vikrant is 75% indigenous and is the first big-ticket example of Atmanirbhar India. Background: August 4, 2021, marked… Continue reading India’s indigenous aircraft carrier setting sail for sea trials is a historic moment
Re-negotiate Indus Treaty with Pakistan in light of climate change: Standing Committee on Water Resources
Source: Down to Earth Synopsis: The 1960 Indus Water Treaty between India and Pakistan did not take present-day issues like climate change into account. This calls for a renegotiation of the treaty through discussion and deliberation among the two countries. Background: The standing committee of Water resources has submitted its 12th Report to the… Continue reading Re-negotiate Indus Treaty with Pakistan in light of climate change: Standing Committee on Water Resources
Why are government schools not the first choice?
Source: The Hindu Relevance: This article explains the challenges faced by government schools and suggest remedies to them. Synopsis Improving the infrastructure of government schools will make them more attractive. Introduction Recently, The Patna High Court has recently asked for data on how many IAS and IPS officers have enrolled their wards in government schools. Advantages… Continue reading Why are government schools not the first choice?
[Download] Prelims Marathon Monthly Compilation | July, 2021
Hello everyone, Prelims Marathon is a specific initiative for UPSC Prelims 2021. The initiative covers subjects like History, Economics, Polity, Science and Technology, Geography and Environment. Here, we are posting the compilation of Prelims Marathon for the month of July 2021. Click on the following link to download Prelims Compilation for the month of July… Continue reading [Download] Prelims Marathon Monthly Compilation | July, 2021
Science & Technology Quiz: Science | 6 August, 2021
Hello friends,
we are posting today’s prelims marathon. Under Prelims marathon initiative, we on a daily basis are posting 10 MCQs. MCQs are framed based on the predefined syllabus topic.
The idea is to keep the number of MCQ questions to a practicable level so that you do not spend an extra minute than required, and have a maximum output for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2021.
