1. INDEX OF EIGHT CORE INDUSTRIES (BASE: 2011-12=100) FOR JUNE, 2024 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2039668 ) Topic: GS3 – IndianEconomy Context In June 2024, the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) rose by 4.0% compared to June 2023, with growth in coal, electricity, natural gas, steel, fertilisers, and cement. The ICI, which represents 40.27% of the…
Q1) Eradication of chronic malnutrition calls for an all-encompassing approach. In this context, throw light on the importance of nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive approaches for achieving the goal of Zero Hunger. (250 Words/15 Marks) Malnutrition refers to deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person’s intake of food and nutrients. The term malnutrition addresses 3 broad groups…
1. Privilege breach proceedings against MLAs can continue in next Assembly: Madras HC (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 2) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The Madras High Court ruled that breach of privilege proceedings against MLAs can continue even after the dissolution of the Assembly, emphasising the…
1. A Wayanad story (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3– Disaster Management Context: The article discusses the recurrent flooding and landslides in Kerala, particularly since 2018, highlighting a specific incident in Palakkad and the widespread impact on the state. It addresses the ongoing anxiety and preparedness of residents during monsoon…
1. The global struggle for a pandemic treaty (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS2 – Social security – Health Context Despite extensive negotiations, the WHO’s 77th World Health Assembly failed to finalise the Pandemic Agreement, aimed at enhancing global pandemic preparedness and equity. Key…
1. A licence raj for digital content creators (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Union government seeks to control digital content creators through the Broadcasting Regulation Bill, 2024. This bill extends governmental power over digital media, aiming to regulate and censor political commentary…
Q1) The 69th constitutional amendment provides special provisions for the governance of the Union Territory of Delhi. Discuss and analyse the implications of divergences on various issues between the elected government and the Lieutenant Governor. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS The Sixty-Ninth Amendment Act of 1991 provides special status to the Union Territory of Delhi. Salient…
1. 122 dead as landslides flatten Wayanad villages (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Disaster and disaster management Context A devastating series of landslides in Vythiri taluk, Wayanad district, Kerala, killed at least 122 people and injured 197, with the death toll expected to rise….
1. Financial Assistance under PM-KISAN (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2039206 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Context The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in February 2019, provides ₹6,000 annually to land-holding farmers in three instalments. This scheme, managed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), aims to support farmers financially, with benefits disbursed directly into their bank accounts. Analysis…