UPSC Daily Current Affairs

INDIA’S SERVICES EXPORTS: Trends and Future

Apr 30, 2024

Q1: What has been the growth trend in India’s services exports? A1: India’s services exports have grown significantly, increasing sixfold from $56.7 billion in 2005 to approximately $340 billion in 2023. Projections by Goldman Sachs suggest that this figure could reach $800 billion by 2030. Q2: What are the key sectors driving the growth in India’s services exports? A2: The major growth drivers in India’s services exports include the IT s... Read More...

Plastic pollution: Is Recycling a solution?

Apr 30, 2024

Q: What is plastic pollution? A: Plastic pollution is the accumulation of plastic waste in the environment, harming humans, animals, and the planet. Read More...

Article 39(b) of India's Constitution: Resource Distribution.

Apr 30, 2024

Introduction to Article 39(b) Article 39(b) of the Constitution of India falls under the Directive Principles of State Policy, which instructs the State to ensure that the ownership and control of the community's material resources are distribu... Read More...

Exploring Maharashtra's Prehistoric Cave Art and Petroglyphs

Apr 30, 2024

► FAQs about the Archaeological Findings in Maharashtra's Konkan Region What is the significance of the recent cave discovery in Maharashtra's Konkan region? The newly discovered cave, located near Koloshi village, contains stone tools dating back between 10,000 and 48,000 years, offering new insights into the Mesolithic period. This finding enhances our understanding of early human life and their ... Read More...

Drone usage in Indian agriculture

Apr 30, 2024

It represents a transformative shift in farming practices, leveraging advanced technology to enhance productivity and sustainability. Let’s start from the beginning: 1. Introduction to Drone Technology: Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are remotely piloted aircraft that have gained widespread use across various industries, including agriculture. These aerial devices are equipped with sensors, cameras, and other technologies to gather data and perform tasks autonomously or under remote control. 2. Application in Agriculture: Read More...

Archaeological Discoveries at Kalibangan

Apr 30, 2024

1. What is the significance of Kalibangan in archaeological studies? Kalibangan is significant for being a major site of the Indus Valley Civilization, particularly noted for having the earliest-known ploughed agricultural field in the Indian subcontinent. This highlights the advanced agricultural practices of the settlers around 4,700 years ago. 2. What findings at Kalibangan provide insights into its historical inhabitants?... Read More...

Sanauli Archaeological Discoveries

Apr 30, 2024

What distinguishes the Sanauli site from other archaeological sites in India? Sanauli is unique for its well-preserved necropolis that includes life-sized chariots and evidence of a warrior class. This site provides rare insights into the OCP/Copper Hoard culture, which displays distinct cultural material and burial practices from the adjacent Harappan civilizations. What artifacts were discovered at Sanauli that suggest the presence of a warrior ... Read More...

DIAOYU/SENKAKU ISLANDS DISPUTE

Apr 30, 2024

1. What are the Diaoyu/Senkaku Islands? The Diaoyu/Senkaku Islands are a group of uninhabited islands located in the East China Sea. They are known as Diaoyu in China and Senkaku in Japan. The sovereignty over these islands is disputed between Japan, China, and Taiwan. 2. Why are the Diaoyu/Senkaku Islands significant? These islands are strategically located, offer potential o... Read More...

PORT-LED GROWTH IN INDIA

Apr 30, 2024

1. What is port-led growth? Port-led growth is an economic development strategy that focuses on enhancing and expanding port infrastructure to drive overall economic growth. It includes improving connectivity between ports and their hinterlands through better road, rail, and inland water transport. 2. How does port-led growth benefit an economy? Port-led growth can significantly boost an e... Read More...

INEQUALITY AND ECONOMIC POLICY IN INDIA

Apr 30, 2024

1. What does the term ‘inequality’ refer to in the context of the Indian economy? Inequality in India refers to the unequal distribution of wealth and income among its population. Recent data indicates that a significant portion of the nation’s wealth is concentrated in the hands of a small percentage of the population, with the top 1% controlling over 40% of the wealth. 2. What triggered the recent debate on... Read More...

THE ISRAEL-IRAN CRISIS:Full View

Apr 30, 2024

1. What are the root causes of the Israel-Iran crisis? The crisis between Israel and Iran stems from deep-seated geopolitical, religious, and ideological differences. Iran’s official stance against the existence of Israel, support for Palestinian groups, and its ambition to expand its influence in the Middle East sharply contrast with Israel’s concerns about Iran’s nuclear capabilities and its sponsorship of anti-Israel milit... Read More...

GREEN GROWTH AND THE ROLE OF THE RBI

Apr 30, 2024

1. What is the role of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in addressing climate change? The RBI is integrating considerations of climate change into its monetary policy framework to assess and mitigate its impact on economic stability. This includes examining how extreme weather events and climate shocks might influence food inflation and the natural rate of interest, thereby affecting the overall financial stability of the economy. ... Read More...

COMBUSTION: UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE FLAME

Apr 30, 2024

1. What is combustion? Combustion is a type of chemical reaction known as a redox (reduction-oxidation) reaction. In this process, one substance loses electrons (oxidant) and another gains them (reductant). In the context of fuels, the fuel typically acts as the reductant. 2. How does combustion power internal combustion engines? In internal combustion eng... Read More...

ANTICYCLONES AND HEAT WAVES IN INDIA: UNDERSTANDING THE LINK

Apr 30, 2024

1. What is an anticyclone and how does it affect weather in India? An anticyclone is a weather phenomenon characterized by winds moving in a clockwise direction around a center of high atmospheric pressure in the Northern Hemisphere. When air descends within an anticyclone, it compresses and warms, potentially leading to higher temperatures on the surface. Over India, these conditions can result in prolonged and intense heat waves, particularly during the pre-monsoon season... Read More...

RAJA RAVI VARMA’S “INDULEKHA”

Apr 30, 2024

1. Who was Raja Ravi Varma? Raja Ravi Varma was a pioneering Indian artist known for his paintings that combined European techniques with Indian subjects. He is credited with transforming the face of Indian art through his realistic portrayal of Indian deities and scenes from Indian epics and history. 2. What is the significance of the painting “Indulekha”? Read More...