Indian Express 23-November-2023 1) PUBLIC GOOD VS FREEBIES Context: Much of the intellectual class has criticized political parties for their vast welfare pledges during the current state elections. This criticism is not new; the Supreme Court has already discussed the matter and voiced concern about the “irrational freebies” that political parties promise, which could put…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 23-November -2023 1. ‘AGNI’ Initiative to Promote Innovations by Ayurveda Practitioners Topic: GS2 – Government initiatives Context: The Central Council for Research in Ayurveda Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, has launched the “Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative” (AGNI) to promote research and evidence-based practices in the field of Ayurveda. This initiative…
Daily Current Affairs 23-November-2023 1. Bihar Cabinet nod to seek special status for State. Topic: GS2 – Indian polity. Context: The Bihar Cabinet, on Wednesday, approved a resolution urging the Central government to confer special category status upon the State. This move comes shortly after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar issued a warning of launching a…
The Hindu Editorial 23-November-2023 1. The time has come for the Governor’s role to be reconsidered Topic: GS2 – Indian polity. Context: Ongoing proceedings in the Supreme Court have raised apprehensions regarding the behavior of some Governors, particularly in their handling of Bills presented for assent. State governments have approached the court, expressing concerns about…
Join 99Notes IAS Institute Get A Free Counseling By Our Professional UPSC Counsellors. Send message On Whatsapp UPSC Current Affairs Here You can also attempt questions carefully developed by our team on those topics, which have high likelihood of being asked in the future exams, alongside the NOTES. Get Connected With Us Email [email protected] Let’s…
Mains Answer Writing 22-November-2023 Q1) The fabric of Indian philosophical thought owes as much to Northern India as to Southern India. Elucidate. ANSWER Several traditions of philosophical thought have originated in the Indian subcontinent which are far ahead of their time and they dealt with complex concepts of life, in a rational manner. Over the…
Indian Express 22-November-2023 1) On our terms, in our time Context: India’s Quad partners—Australia, Japan, and the US are renewing high-level political engagement with China, raising concerns about how suitably Delhi is currently handling Beijing relations. India’s position needs to be reevaluated in light of recent diplomatic encounters, such as Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 22-November -2023 1. INDIA-USA JOINT EXERCISE VAJRA PRAHAR COMMENCES IN UMROI, MEGHALAYA Topic: GS2 – defence exercises Context: The 14th edition of the Indo-US Joint Special Forces exercise “VAJRA PRAHAR 2023” has commenced. Additional information on the news: The exercise aims at sharing best practices and experiences in areas such as joint…
Daily Current Affairs 22-November-2023 1. Out of jail on furlough, Ram Rahim heads to U.P. ashram. Topic: GS2 – Indian polity. Context: Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, chief of Dera Sacha Sauda and a rape convict, has been released on a 21-day furlough from Sunaria jail in Rohtak. What is furlough: Furlough Overview: Temporary Leave: Furlough…
The Hindu Editorial 22-November-2023 1. Recognising the impact of climate change on health. Topic: GS3 – climate change Introduction: As India prepares for the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), there is a critical need to assess the impact of climate change on the country’s health….