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Introduction Climate and weather are fundamental concepts in understanding the atmospheric conditions that influence our daily lives, ecosystems, and the environment at large. While they are related, they differ in terms of scale, time, and variability. Climate refers to the aggregate weather conditions in a specific region over a long period, typically over 30 years. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Focus: The Supreme Court has agreed to hear petitions for 100% verification of Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips against Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) counts, spotlighting concerns over election transparency …
Read MoreThe Universal Group of Institutions, Bangalore, extends heartfelt congratulations to the distinguished candidates who have cleared the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2023. These exceptional individuals have demonstrated unparalleled dedication, perseverance, and academic excellence, setting exemplary benchmarks for aspiring civil servants across the nation. Toppers ~ UPSC CSE 2023 1. Aditya …
Read MoreGeographical Extent of India India’s geographical expanse and its positioning on the globe have significant implications for its climate, culture, and day-to-day life. This detailed overview explores the basics of India’s geography, including its latitudinal and longitudinal extent, its size in relation to the world, boundaries, and the importance of the Tropic of Cancer and …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2-India and its foreign policy, Relations with global powers ,ensuring sovereignty Focus : The new thrust on developing strategic infrastructure, both civilian and military, on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is decades overdue.This gives an insight on how to develop the islands . Source- ToI Introduction Shift from Look East to Act East policy …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations Why in the news? Iran’s missile attack on Israel signals a significant escalation, challenging Israeli deterrence and potentially triggering further conflict. source:medium About The Situation: Iran launched a major missile attack on Israel, firing over 300 long-range projectiles, including drones and ballistic missiles. This is …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Security challenges and their management in border areas Why in the News? April 13, 2024, marks 40 years since the Indian Army preemptively occupied the Siachen glacier. The glacier is located on the Saltoro ridge, overlooking the Nubra valley in the Karakoram ranges. A ceasefire is currently in place between the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Iran assures Indian officials access to detained crew amid rising tensions; India adopts neutral stance, faces expectations from Israel. source:worldmap About the Iran’s Assurances Regarding Detained Crew: Iran pledges to soon permit Indian officials to meet with the 17 Indian crew members detained after seizing the MSC Aries, an Israel-linked ship. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? IMD forecasts above-normal monsoon with 106% rainfall. Transition from El Nino to La Nina favours favourable conditions. Positive Indian Ocean Dipole expected. Understanding the Factors Influencing Forecast: Transition of weakening El Nino in Pacific Ocean to neutral conditions ahead of monsoon onset. Likely emergence of La Nina in the latter half …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Centre releases ‘deemed’ forest reports as per Supreme Court order, revealing incomplete data on forest areas in states. About the Supreme Court Directive: Following a Supreme Court order, the Environment Ministry releases reports from 22 states and 4 Union Territories, identifying forest areas under their jurisdiction. The directive stemmed from a …
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