16 July 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) The constitution of India is not a bag of borrowing, but a ‘beautiful patchwork’ that aptly mirrors the nation’s diversity. Comment.
(150 Words/10 Marks)
1. Classical language centres ask for autonomy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The news highlights the ongoing struggle of India’s classical language centres for Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia, which are seeking autonomy from the Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) to address funding…
Daily Current Affairs 29-April -2024- Top News of the Day 1. India’s imports from China rise to $101 billion while exports stagnate (Source – The Hindu, Page – 1) (Source – The Hindu, Page – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Indian Economy – Effects of liberalisation on the economy The topic is…
1. The bacteria that write new genes to cope with infections Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the enzyme reverse transcriptase gained prominence for its role in molecular diagnostics, enabling rapid SARS-2 virus detection and tracking.Its discovery revolutionised molecular biology, impacting viral research and treatment, particularly for HIV, and revealing…
1. Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill, amends provision on LTCG tax (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Finance Bill, 2024 was passed by the Lok Sabha, incorporating an amendment on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax, allowing taxpayers to choose between a new lower…
ARTICLE 1: PETRIFIED WOODS Formation of Petrified Wood Petrified wood is formed through a process called petrifaction, where woody stems become fossilized over millions of years. This process occurs when wood gets buried in wet sediments or volcanic ash beds, preventing quick decomposition by insects and microorganisms due to a lack of oxygen. Over time,…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 1-December -2023 1. INDEX OF EIGHT CORE INDUSTRIES (BASE: 2011-12=100) FOR OCTOBER, 2023 Topic: GS3 – Indian economy Context: The Combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 12.1% in October 2023 compared to October 2022. More on this news: All eight core industries, including Cement, Coal, Crude Oil, Electricity, Fertilizers,…