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08May 2024

KERALA ON ALERT AS MAN DIES OF WEST NILE FEVER

Why in the news? West Nile fever outbreak in Kerala prompts alert after one death and eight cases reported across districts, sparking health concerns. source:scribd About Alert Issued by Kerala Government: Alert issued after one death and eight cases reported from Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Thrissur districts. Death of a 79-year-old man from Thrissur attributed to …

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08May 2024

EUROPE’S TRILEMMA: NAVIGATING GREAT POWER DYNAMICS

Syllabus: GS 2 : India and its Neighbourhood- Relations. Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Focus: Xi Jinping’s recent visit to Europe highlights China’s strategic manoeuvring amid tensions with the United States and Russia, presenting Europe with significant challenges in balancing its relationships with these global powers. Source: …

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08May 2024

“ADDRESSING INEQUALITY: THE CASE FOR PROGRESSIVE TAXATION”

Syllabus: GS-3-Inequality in India and its impact Focus : Top of Form The article explores the ethical imperative of reducing inequality and advocates for progressive taxation, focusing on wealth and inheritance taxes. It discusses the consequences of high inequality, rationale for progressive taxation, taxation models, economic impact, and policy recommendations to address socio-economic disparities in …

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08May 2024

A DIGNIFIED PEACEFUL PASSING IS EVERYONE’S RIGHT

SYLLABUS: GS 2: Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Focus: World Health Day (April 7) has passed and the theme for 2024 was “My health, my right”. The Importance of …

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08May 2024

NATIONAL INCOME ACCOUNTING

Concept of Income Income represents the financial inflow that an individual, business, or any entity receives over a period, primarily as a compensation for providing labor, services, or products. This concept is pivotal in both personal finance and the broader economy, influencing decisions ranging from individual spending and savings to government tax policies and economic …

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08May 2024

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE INDIAN ECONOMY

Salient Features of Indian Economy Strengths of Indian Economy Mixed Nature of Economy India’s economy is a blend of socialism and capitalism, integrating the efficiency and innovation of the private sector with the social welfare objectives of the public sector. This system has evolved significantly since the economic liberalization of the 1990s, which reduced government …

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08May 2024

BASICS OF ECONOMICS

Difference Between Economy and Economics Economy The term economy encompasses the collective activities of individuals and institutions in a specific region or country as they engage in the production, distribution, exchange, and consumption of goods and services. These activities are fundamentally social in nature and involve the processes of buying, selling, or bartering. The economy …

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07May 2024

HEZBOLLAH RETALIATES AGAINST ISRAEL FOLLOWING ATTACK IN EASTERN LEBANON

Why in the news? Hezbollah retaliates after Israeli strike wounds three in eastern Lebanon; ongoing tensions escalate amid cross-border exchanges. About Hezbollah Retaliates Against Israeli Attack: Israeli Strike in East Lebanon: According to Lebanese official media, an Israeli airstrike wounded three individuals in eastern Lebanon on Monday. The strike targeted a factory in Sifri, located …

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07May 2024

SPECTRUM ALLOCATION: AUCTION OR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIGNMENT

Syllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and Interventions GS 3: Growth and Development , Information Technology & Computer Focus: Recent controversies surrounding spectrum allocation policies, particularly regarding the role of auctions versus administrative assignments, have prompted discussions about the optimal approach for managing telecom resources. Source: TNN The Evolution of Spectrum Allocation The 3G Spectrum auction …

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07May 2024

PHILIPPINES REFRAINS FROM RETALIATING AGAINST CHINESE SHIPS: PRESIDENT MARCOS

Why in the news? Philippine President rejects retaliatory use of water cannon against China’s vessels, affirming commitment to peaceful resolution in South China Sea. About the Philippines Rejects Water Cannon Response: President Ferdinand Marcos announced on Monday that the Philippines won’t retaliate against China’s use of water cannons on its vessels. This decision is a …

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