Why in News? As per a new study, the number of flash droughts could be increased in India, by the end of this century. Facts: Flash droughts: These droughts occur very quickly due to the rapid depletion of soil moisture. It is different from normal drought conditions, that develop in months, but the flash drought… Continue reading Flash droughts in India
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Risa textile of Tripura
Why in News? The Tripura government is planning to promote Risa textile as the signature textile of Tripura nationally. What is Risa textile? The traditional Tripuri female attire comprises three parts — risa, rignai and rikutu. Risa: It is a handwoven cloth used as a female upper garment, and also as headgear, a stole, or… Continue reading Risa textile of Tripura
What is the “Remote Voting Project” by Election Commission of India?
What is the News? As per Election Commission, the remote voting project would be launched soon. What is the Remote Voting Project? A remote voting project will enable a voter to cast his or her franchise from any polling station in the country. It will remove the compulsion on voting only at the polling station,… Continue reading What is the “Remote Voting Project” by Election Commission of India?
Underwater study to determine origin of Ram Setu
Why in News? Archaeological Survey of India(ASI) has approved an underwater research project to ascertain the origins of the Ram Setu. Facts: About the study: The study will be conducted by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) Goa. Focus of the study: To study the process… Continue reading Underwater study to determine origin of Ram Setu
UPSC Official Answer Key For Prelims -2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014
For aspirants of the UPSC Civil Services Examination, the UPSC Official Answer Key is an indispensable resource. This answer key, released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), provides the correct answers to the questions asked in the Prelims exam. Here’s how you can effectively use this tool to enhance your preparation. UPSC official answer… Continue reading UPSC Official Answer Key For Prelims -2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014
[Downloads] Prelims Marathon Compilation – January, 2021 – 3rd week
Hello everyone, We are posting compilation of Prelims Marathon for the month of January, 2021 – Third week. Click on the following link to download Prelims Compilation for the month of January, 2021 (Third Week) About Prelims Marathon Daily Prelims Marathon is focussed on UPSC Prelims 2020. Under this initiative, we post, daily 10 MCQs,… Continue reading [Downloads] Prelims Marathon Compilation – January, 2021 – 3rd week
10 PM Current Affairs Quiz : January 25 2021
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Taiwan-China conflict and India’s stand on it
Recently Taiwan reported a large scale incursion in its air defence zone by Nuclear-capable Chinese bombers and fighter jets. In response, the U.S. sent an aircraft carrier strike group in the South China Sea. The US claims this as an effort to support freedom of navigation in the region. The China-Taiwan conflict has larger regional… Continue reading Taiwan-China conflict and India’s stand on it
Vaccine Diplomacy | Myanmar, Mauritius and Seychelles receive Covishield
Why in News? India has sent shipments of Covishield vaccines to Myanmar, Mauritius, and Seychelles under its ‘Vaccine Maitri’ (vaccine diplomacy) drive. Vaccine diplomacy: It is the branch of global health diplomacy in which a nation uses the development or delivery of vaccines to strengthen ties with other nations. Read More – Significance of Vaccine… Continue reading Vaccine Diplomacy | Myanmar, Mauritius and Seychelles receive Covishield
Download EPIC! | December 2020
Click Here to Download – EPIC! Magazine for December 2020 Dear Forumites, What you are about to read is the eighth edition (December edition) of EPIC! Magazine. As we end the Mains 2020 exams and enter the 2021 examination phase, every aspirant must understand the importance of this transitionary period. Ceasing this crucial moment will… Continue reading Download EPIC! | December 2020
