UPSC Daily Current Affairs

MUSLIM WOMEN UNDER SECTION 125 OF CRPC:

Jul 15, 2024

Mohd Abid Samad vs The State of Telangana 2024 Question 1: What was the recent Supreme Court judgment about? • Answer: The recent Supreme Court judgment in the case of Mohd Abid Samad vs The State of Telangana upheld the divorced Muslim woman’s right to claim maintenance under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal... Read More...

BASTILLE DAY

Jul 15, 2024

Q: What is Bastille Day, and why is it celebrated on July 14 in France? A: Bastille Day, known in France as “La Fête Nationale” or “Le 14 Juillet,” commemorates the anniversary of the Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789. This event is celebrated as the French National Day. The Bastille was a fortress-prison in Paris and a symbol of the absolute and arbitrary power of King Louis XVI’s Ancient Regime. History Read More...

INDIA-BASED NEUTRINO OBSERVATORY (INO)

Jul 15, 2024

1. What is the India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO)? The INO is a proposed underground laboratory in Tamil Nadu, intended to facilitate neutrino research. It aims to be one of the largest basic science projects in India, providing insights into the origin of matter in the universe. 2. Why is the INO significant? Neutrinos are fundamental particles that are abundant in the universe and interact very weakly with matter. Studying them helps scientists und... Read More...

India's Critical Minerals Strategy

Jul 15, 2024

Q: What are critical minerals and why are they important? A: Critical minerals include copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, and rare earth elements. They are essential for the global transition to greener and cleaner energy. Demand for these minerals is rising rapidly, with lithium demand increasing significantly in recent years. Q: How dependent is India on imports for these minerals? A: India is heavily reliant on imports for critical minerals. It has 100% import depende... Read More...

Conflict in Sudan:

Jul 15, 2024

Q: How long has the conflict in Sudan been going on? A: The war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is approaching its 16th month, having started in April 2023. Q: Where is the fighting currently taking place? A: Recent fighting has been reported in southeastern towns like Sinja, Sennar, and Dinder. Clashes also continue in North Darfur's el-Fasher. Q: How many people have been... Read More...

ASIAN PROTECTIONISM:RESPONSE TO CHINESE OVERCAPACITY

Jul 15, 2024

Understanding Overcapacity • Definition: Overcapacity occurs when a country’s production capabilities exceed the domestic demand for its products, leading to an excess that needs to be exported. • Chinese Overcapacity: China has built up significant production capabilities in various sectors, leading to a surplus of goods such as electric vehicles (EVs), metals, chemicals, and consumer goods. This surplus is then exported, often at low prices, flooding global markets and affec... Read More...

IVF Treatments in India

Jul 15, 2024

1. Q: What is IVF? A: IVF (in-vitro fertilization) is a medical procedure where an egg is fertilized by sperm outside the body, in vitro, and then implanted in the uterus. 2. Q: How many couples in India seek IVF treatment? A: It's estimated that out of 2.8 crore infertile couples in India, about 70,000 undergo IVF treatments annually. 3. Q: What are some common malpractices in IVF treatments in India? Read More...

Indian quantum cryptography discovery

Jul 15, 2024

What is Quantum Cryptography? Quantum Cryptography: • Quantum cryptography is a way to keep information safe using the laws of physics. It makes sure that no one can spy on your messages without you knowing. Leggett-Garg Inequalities (LGI): • These are special tests that show if something is behaving like a quantum object. If these tests are passed, it means the system is working in a special quantum way. What Did Indian Scientists... Read More...

Climate Change : Loss and damage fund

Jul 15, 2024

1. What is the loss and damage fund? The loss and damage fund is a mechanism set up to compensate developing countries for climate change impacts that are difficult to adapt to or avoid, like extreme weather events. 2. When was the fund established? The fund was adopted at COP27 in 2022. 3. Where will the fund be hosted? The World Bank will host the fund on an interim basis. Read More...

INDIA’S FERTILITY RATE DYNAMICS AND IMPACT

Jul 15, 2024

1. What is the replacement fertility rate? • The replacement fertility rate is 2.1, which is the average number of children a woman needs to have to maintain a stable population size. ... Read More...

East China Sea Tensions:Senkaku Islands

Jul 15, 2024

1. Where is the East China Sea? The East China Sea is located between China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. 2. What's causing tensions in the East China Sea? Tensions are mainly due to disputed islands and overlapping claims on maritime territory and resources. 3. Which islands are disputed? The main disputed islands are called Senkaku by Japan and Diaoyu by China. Read More...

Green steel and the hydrogen-based DRI production method

Jul 15, 2024

1. What is green steel-making? Green steel-making refers to steel production methods that significantly reduce carbon emissions or carbon content compared to conventional methods. 2. What is DRI? DRI stands for Direct Reduced Iron. It's a method of removing oxygen from iron ore to produce what's also known as sponge iron. 3. How does hydrogen-based DRI differ from conventional methods? Read More...

NABARD's Agri-SURE Fund: Simplifier

Jul 15, 2024

* Purpose: Promote innovation and investment in agriculture and rural enterprises. * Size: ₹750 crore initial corpus. * Management: Nabventures (NABARD subsidiary). Read More...

VARKALA CLIFF: A NATIONAL GEOLOGICAL HERITAGE SITE

Jul 13, 2024

1. What is the significance of the cliff overlooking the beach at Varkala? • The cliff at Varkala in Thiruvananthapuram is a national geological heritage site. 2. When was the Varkala cliff declared a National Geological Monument? • In 2014, the red cliffs at Varkala were declared the 27th National Geological Monument by the Geological Survey of India (GSI). 3. Why was the Varkala cliff designated as a Nationa... Read More...

India's SDG Progress: NITI Aayog Report

Jul 13, 2024

1. What did NITI Aayog’s report evaluate? • The report evaluated India’s progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by United Nations member countries in 2015. 2. What score did India achieve in the latest evaluation? • India scored 71 out of 100 in the latest evaluation, up from 57 in 2018. 3. How are SDGs linked to the population? • SDGs are directly ... Read More...