12 June 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Get Your PDF 1. India signs the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2077272®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Riyadh Design Law Treaty, adopted by WIPO members, aims to streamline global industrial design protection, fostering innovation and inclusivity. India’s participation underscores its commitment to empowering startups, SMEs, and…
Get Your PDF 1. ‘India must spend up to $385 bn for RE goal’ Topic: GS3 – Infrastructure – Energy Context India aims for 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030, requiring $385 billion investment, with coal remaining vital. Moody’s estimates 44 GW annual capacity addition, needing $190-215 billion for capacity and $150-170 billion for…
Get Your PDF 1. The missing spotlight on urban local government polls (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context Urban Local Governments (ULGs) are vital for decentralization and effective urban governance, yet the objectives of the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act remain unmet. Delays in ULG…
Get Your PDF The Hindu Editorial 9-January-2024 1. An ambitious push for values, ethics in higher education. Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Crucial for UPSC as it addresses ethics in higher education, aligning with governance and values, reflecting contemporary societal concerns. Context: The article discusses the University Grants Commission’s Mulya Pravah 2.0 guideline, aiming…
Get Your PDF 1. Delegates and Members of World Heritage Committee Visit Monuments and World Heritage Sites in and around Delhi (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2038168 ) Topic: GS1 – History – Indian Culture – Architecture Context During the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting in New Delhi (July 21-31, 2024), delegates explored local heritage sites during a…
Get Your PDF The Hindu Editorial 12-December-2023 1. Harvest the Odisha story to ensure food security Topic: GS3 – food security Agricultural Transformation: Odisha transformed from importing rice to producing 13.606 million tonnes of food grains in 2022. Average rice yield tripled in two decades,from 10.41 quintals/hectare in 2000-01 to 27.30 quintals/hectare in 2020-21. Kalahandi…