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Delimitation Exercise in India – Key Facts for UPSC Preparation

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Introduction  In recent discussions during the Winter session of the Indian Parliament, opposition MPs have raised concerns about the government’s commitment to implementing women’s reservation and the need to complete the caste census and delimitation by 2029.  The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Women’s Reservation Bill) ties the implementation of women’s quotas to the delimitation process, […]

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17 Dec | UPSC Current Affairs: Khiamniungan Tribe, Golan Heights, Santa Ana Winds, SARAT, IPF, and More

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UPSC GS 1 Khiamniungan Tribe  News: The Nagaland Tourism Department has issued a formal apology to the Khiamniungan Union Kohima following the omission of the Khiamniungan Tribe’s name in the Heritage Guide Map displayed during the Hornbill Festival 2024. Definition: The Khiamniungan tribe is one of the prominent tribes among the Nagas, residing in both

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Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 – Key Highlights for UPSC Prep

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Introduction The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, recently passed in the Lok Sabha, represents a major shift in the governance of Indian Railways.  This reform seeks to modernize the legal framework governing the railways by repealing the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, and incorporating its provisions into the Railways Act, 1989.  The Bill not only simplifies

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Impeachment of Judges in India – Process & Provisions | UPSC

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Introduction  The judiciary forms the backbone of any democracy, safeguarding constitutional values, ensuring justice, and upholding the rule of law.  In India, judges, especially those in the Supreme Court and High Courts, play an essential role in maintaining the integrity of the judicial system.  However, when a judge’s conduct or capacity to perform their duties

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India’s Space Sector: Key Insights for UPSC Preparation

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Introduction India’s space sector has made remarkable advancements, highlighted by the success of Chandrayaan-3, showcasing the country’s growing technological capabilities.  As the Government of India sets ambitious goals for the next two decades, the development of reusable rockets, such as ISRO’s upcoming Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV), will be critical to achieving self-reliance and global

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10 Dec | UPSC Current Affairs: Lonar Lake, Commission on Narcotic Drugs, INTACH, Nova, Damselfish, Moths, and More

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UPSC GS 1  Lonar Lake News: The Maharashtra Government plans to submit a proposal to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to include the famous Lonar Lake in Buldhana district in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. Location and Formation: Lonar Lake is a lagoon located in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra, India. It was

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09 Dec | UPSC Current Affairs: Nicobarese, IEA, INS Tushil, Kawasaki Disease, MuleHunter.AI, and More

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UPSC GS 1 Nicobarese News: A new genetic research on Nicobarese revealed a significant ancestral connection with Austro-Asiatic populations across South and Southeast Asia. About the Nicobarese: Definition: The term “Nicobarese” is commonly used to describe an indigenous community that primarily resides in the Nicobar Islands. Geographical Location: The Nicobar Islands are part of the

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Places of Worship Act, 1991: Key Facts for UPSC Preparation

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Introduction (Places of Worship Act, 1991) The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, has once again become a topic of national debate, following disputes surrounding religious sites like Sambhal and Ajmer Sharif.  This law was introduced to maintain communal harmony by preserving the status of all religious sites as they were on August 15,

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16 Nov | UPSC Current Affairs: Amber, Birsa Munda, MATES, World Diabetes Day & More

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UPSC GS 1 Amber News: Scientists have recently made a groundbreaking discovery of amber in Antarctica for the first time.  What is Amber? Amber is fossilized tree resin that has undergone chemical changes and lost volatile components after being buried in the ground, achieving a stable form over time. Global Distribution: Amber has been found

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15 Nov | UPSC Current Affairs: Sukhna Lake, Booker Prize, Elephants & More

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UPSC GS 1 Sukhna Lake News: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has recently issued a notification to designate an area from 1 km to 2.035 km around the Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary as an eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) on the Haryana side. Location and Type: Sukhna Lake is an artificial lake situated in

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