Branches of Geography for UPSC GS Paper 1
Explore the key branches of geography: physical, human, environmental, regional, and geospatial technology for UPSC GS Paper-I
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Explore the key branches of geography: physical, human, environmental, regional, and geospatial technology for UPSC GS Paper-I
Read MoreDiscover how society, polity, and economy evolved from Early to Later Vedic Age, shaping ancient India’s historical foundation
Read MoreExplore how Indian secularism fosters pluralistic respect among diverse religions, while Western secularism emphasizes strict separation and neutrality in public affairs.
Read MoreSC Rejects Plea for Ethanol-Free Petrol Availability Why in the News? The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL demanding the mandatory availability of ethanol-free petrol (E0) at fuel stations. The Court upheld the Union government’s stance that the plea reflected lobbying interests against India’s clean fuel policy, especially the nationwide E20 ethanol blending programme, which is …
Read MoreSCO Summit Condemns Terrorism, Adopts Tianjin Declaration Why in the News? At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, world leaders strongly condemned terrorism, including the Pahalgam attack, reaffirmed opposition to unilateral coercive measures, discussed Afghanistan, Gaza, and Iran strikes, and approved steps like a development bank and new partner country status. The SCO …
Read MoreUttarakhand Reserves 10% Jobs for Agniveers Why in the News ? The Uttarakhand government has notified rules granting 10% horizontal reservation in Group C uniformed services for ex-Agniveers, permanent residents of the state. They will also receive age relaxation and exemption from physical efficiency tests, ensuring greater job opportunities for retired Agniveers. Key Features of …
Read MoreAQLI Report 2025: India’s Air Crisis Deepens Why in the News ? The Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) 2025 report, released by the Energy Policy Institute, University of Chicago, reveals that all Indians breathe air more polluted than WHO standards, with northern plains worst affected, significantly reducing life expectancy nationwide. Key Findings of AQLI 2025 …
Read MoreSC to Review RTE Exemption for Minority Schools Why in the News ? The Supreme Court referred to a larger bench the question of whether minority-run educational institutions should be exempted from the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, revisiting its 2014 Pramati Educational Trust ruling that granted them blanket exemption. Background – The 2014 …
Read MoreIndia–US Yudh Abhyas 2025 Begins in Alaska Why in the News ? The 21st edition of India–US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 began at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, USA. Indian Army’s Madras Regiment is participating alongside the US 5th Infantry Regiment to enhance interoperability and strengthen military cooperation through high-altitude tactical training. Highlights of Yudh …
Read MoreUrban Noise Pollution: A Silent Public Health Crisis Syllabus: GS Paper – 3 Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in the News? Urban noise pollution, also known as acoustic pollution or sound pollution, has emerged as one of the most neglected public health crises in India, with significant noise pollution impact on citizens’ well-being. Cities …
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