Source: The post Arab League proposes Cairo Declaration for Gaza has been created, based on the article “The Egyptian alternative to Trump’s Gaza ‘Riviera’ plan” published in “Indian Express” on 6th March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- International Relations-Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Context: The article… Continue reading Arab League proposes Cairo Declaration for Gaza
Norway’s apology illuminates Himalayan communities’ similar injustices
Source: The post Norway’s apology illuminates Himalayan communities’ similar injustices has been created, based on the article “Who will apologise to the ‘Himalayans’?” published in “The Hindu” on 6th March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Governance-mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Context: The article… Continue reading Norway’s apology illuminates Himalayan communities’ similar injustices
Supreme Court decision impacts state medical admissions
Source: The post Supreme Court decision impacts state medical admissions has been created, based on the article “Over-centralisation threatens federal health policy” published in “The Hindu” on 6th March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- Polity-challenges pertaining to the federal structure And Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Context:… Continue reading Supreme Court decision impacts state medical admissions
Women Representatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions: Significance and Challenges – Explained Pointwise
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 marked a historic step in India’s democratic decentralization by institutionalizing Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs). It mandated 33% reservation for women in Gram Panchayats, Block Samitis, and Zilla Parishads, later increased to 50% in many states. Women Representatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions: Significance and Challenges However, despite legal empowerment,… Continue reading Women Representatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions: Significance and Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Bollgard 3
News: Recently, demand for Bollgard-3 in Punjab has increased ahead of the cotton sowing season. About Bollgard 3 This genetically modified (GM) cotton variety is resistant to pests and was developed by Monsanto over a decade ago. It demonstrates exceptional resistance to insect attacks. The variety incorporates three Bt proteins—Cry1Ac, Cry2Ab, and Vip3A—which disrupt the… Continue reading Bollgard 3
Majuli Island
News: A recent survey provided insight into the rising human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in Assam’s Majuli River Island district. About Majuli Island Majuli Island is located on the Brahmaputra River in Assam. It is the largest river island in the world. It is formed by the Subansiri River in the north and the Brahmaputra River in… Continue reading Majuli Island
Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)
News: Recently, Punjab has fully utilized the Rs 4,713 crore provided by the Centre through the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme. About Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) It is a financing scheme launched by the Government of India in July 2020 to provide medium to long-term funding for the development of post-harvest agriculture infrastructure. Aim: It… Continue reading Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)
Mount Erebus
News: Within the subterranean ice caves of Mount Erebus, the planet’s southernmost active volcano, scientists have uncovered flourishing microbial ecosystems, challenging our understanding of life’s resilience in extreme environments. About Mount Erebus Mount Erebus is located on the western half of Ross Island, off the coast of Antarctica in the Ross Sea. It is the world’s southernmost active volcano. It… Continue reading Mount Erebus
Civets
News: A rare civet cat, usually found in the Seshachalam forests near Tirumala, was recently sighted near Tadepalli in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. About Civets Civets are a group of small carnivorous mammals belonging to the Viverridae family, including Genets, Palm Civets, Binturongs, and Oyans. Civets comprise approximately 15 to 20 species classified into 10… Continue reading Civets
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 6th March 2025 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 6th March 2025 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 6th March 2025 I Mains Marathon
