16 November 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) Discuss the role of biotechnology in enhancing agricultural productivity. Also, highlight the concerns regarding the application of biotechnology in agriculture.
(250 Words/15 Marks)
1. DoT announces two significant calls for proposals aimed at catalyzing innovation and technological advancement in the telecommunications sector (Source –https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2025988) Topic: GS3 –  Science and Technology Context Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced two proposals: 5G Intelligent Village and Quantum Encryption Algorithm (QEA), which aimed to catalyse innovation and technological advancement in the telecom sector….
DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS 24-June-2023 Daily Current Affairs For UPSC ,Daily Current affairs of The hIndu and Indian Express. Facebook-f Twitter Youtube 1. Jet engine deal ensures 80% technology transfer to HAL; first engine in three years. Topic: GS3 – security. Context: The jet engine deal between the U.S. and India is said to be “almost…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 16-November -2023 1. More than 200 unique Geographical Indications (GIs) products exhibited in Geographical Indication (GI) Pavilion in the India International Trade Fair. Topic: GS3 – Geographical Indication Context: The Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, is hosting the largest Geographical Indication (GI) Pavilion at…
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1. The bridge to Moscow  (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights the pivotal role of the India-Russia relationship in stabilizing global power dynamics and fostering a balanced international order in 2025.  Great Power Dynamics in 2025 The foreign policy landscape of 2025 is…
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…