UPSC GS 1 World Drought Atlas News: Around 75 per cent of the population will be affected by drought by 2050, according to the World Drought Atlas. About World Drought Atlas: The World Drought Atlas was launched by the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in partnership with the European Commission Joint Research […]
Introduction Child marriage remains one of India’s most pressing social challenges despite various efforts to curb it. Recognizing the gravity of the issue, the Supreme Court has recently urged Parliament to consider amending the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (PCMA) of 2006 to prohibit child betrothals altogether. The apex court emphasized that such practices infringe
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Introduction Natural Farming has emerged as a transformative approach to sustainable agriculture, offering a chemical-free, eco-friendly alternative to conventional methods. The Union Cabinet’s recent launch of the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) underscores the government’s commitment to promoting natural farming practices across the country. This initiative, under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare,
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UPSC GS 1 Global Tuberculosis (TB) Report 2024 News: The World Health Organization (WHO) released its Global TB Report 2024 recently. Publisher: The Global TB Report is an annual publication by the World Health Organization (WHO). Scope: The report offers a detailed, up-to-date analysis of the global tuberculosis (TB) epidemic, tracking advancements in TB prevention,
UPSC GS 1 Mary Poonen Lukose News: Mary Poonen Lukose was the first woman member of a legislative council from an Indian princely state (Kerala). Early Life and Education: Mary Poonen was born on August 2, 1886, in Aymanam village, Kottayam district, Kerala. She enrolled in history at Maharaja’s College, becoming the first woman graduate
UPSC GS 1 Brahmani River News: Residents of low-lying areas in Rourkela city are afraid because the Brahmani River is flooding due to continuous heavy rains in recent days. Overview The Brahmani River is a major east-flowing river in peninsular India and is also known as Dhamra in its lower reaches. Origin The river is
UPSC GS 1 Bhil Tribe News: A large number of people from the Bhil tribe are demanding an independent ‘Bhil state’. “ Definition: Bhils are considered one of the oldest tribes in India, known for their distinct cultural and historical significance. Etymology: The name ‘Bhil’ is derived from the word villu or billu, which
UPSC GS 1 Chagos Archipelago News: India has reaffirmed its support to Mauritius on the issue of the Chagos Archipelago, with the move being appreciated by the island nation in the Indian Ocean. Location: Chagos Archipelago, island group in the central Indian Ocean, located about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) south of the southern tip of
GS Paper 1 Battle of Okinawa News: The United States has returned twenty-two historic artifacts to Japan that were looted following the Battle of Okinawa during World War II. Battle of Okinawa: The Battle of Okinawa, (April 1–June 21, 1945), World War II was a battle fought between U.S. and Japanese forces on Okinawa. The
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Understanding the UPSC Civil Services Exam One of the highest-regarded exams in India is the UPSC Civil Services Exam. Millions of individuals around the nation attempt it each year. Only a very small percentage of them, however, are successful in realizing their IAS dreams. The length of the IAS exam’s syllabus makes it difficult, but
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