UPSC Daily Current Affairs

Right to Shelter a Fundamental:Haldwani Case 2024

Jul 30, 2024

FAQs on the Expansion of Article 21 and Related Rights: 1. What is Article 21 of the Indian Constitution? Article 21 states: "No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law." 2. How has Article 21 been expanded by judicial interpretation? The Supreme Court has interpreted Article 21 broadly to include various implied rights. Some key expansions include: Read More...

ICMR Develops Affordable CRISPR-Based TB Detection System

Jul 29, 2024

1. What is the new TB detection technology? The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has developed a CRISPR Cas-based TB detection system that is affordable, faster, and easy to use. 2. How does it work? It detects the TB bacterium using DNA from saliva samples at a very low cost. 3. What are its advantages? - Can identify TB with preliminary symptoms Read More...

CHEETAHS IN KUTCH

Jul 29, 2024

DEFINITION AND DIFFERENCES 1. Grasslands: - Definition: Grasslands are vast open spaces where the vegetation is primarily grasses. They are crucial ecosystems supporting various species, including large herbivores and predators. - Types: - Temperate Grasslands: Found in regions with moderate climates. - Tropical Grasslands: Known as savannas, found in tropical regions. 2. Biodivers... Read More...

UN SECURITY COUNCIL REFORMS: INDIA'S PERSPECTIVE

Jul 29, 2024

REFORMS NECESSARY ACCORDING TO INDIA 1. Expansion of Permanent Membership: - India advocates for the inclusion of more permanent members in the UNSC to reflect the contemporary global realities. - Inclusion of countries like India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan (the G-4 nations) is seen as essential to make the council more representative. 2. Equitable Representation: - India stresses the need for ... Read More...

Heat Stress Impacts on Wheat Production

Jul 29, 2024

Q1: What is heat stress in the context of wheat production? A: Heat stress refers to high temperature conditions that negatively impact wheat growth and development at various stages of its lifecycle. Q2: How does heat stress affect wheat during early development? A: Heat stress disrupts seed germination and impedes root establishment, compromising the plant's foundation. Q3: What is the impact of heat stress on p... Read More...

CASE for THE RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN IN INDIA: CASE LAW

Jul 29, 2024

The right to be forgotten enables individuals to limit, de-link, delete, or correct the disclosure of personal information on the Internet. It is a balance between a person’s right to privacy and the public’s right to information. In India, this right has gained traction due to numerous cases where individuals seek to remove online references to past incidents that affect their lives. CASE STUDIES AND JUDICIAL OPINIONS 1. Ashutosh Kaushik’s Petition: • Reality show participant ... Read More...

DEFENCE FUNDS DECLINE, BRO GETS BACKING

Jul 29, 2024

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MGNREGS Allocation Lower Than Last Year’s Expenditure

Jul 29, 2024

### What: In the Union Budget 2024-25, the allocation for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) has been set at ₹86,000 crore. While this represents a ₹26,000 crore increase over the previous year's allocation of ₹6... Read More...

₹1,000-Crore VC Fund for Space Start-Ups: Union Budget

Jul 29, 2024

### What: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the establishment of a ₹1,000-crore venture capital fund to support space technology start-ups. This initiative ai... Read More...

AGRICULTURE GETS MORE; FOOD SUBSIDIES CUT

Jul 29, 2024

Union Budget 2024 allocated ₹1.52 lakh crore to the agriculture and allied sectors, with a focus on enhancing productivity and resilience. Despite the increased allocation for agriculture, there was a significant reduction in fertilizer and food subsidies, drawing criticism from farmer organizations. Read More...

WOMEN-LED DEVELOPMENT:UNION BUDGET 2024-25

Jul 29, 2024

### Importance of Women Empowerment: The Union Budget 2024 has laid out a visionary path for fostering economic growth, social equity, and inclusivity, emphasizing four pillars of priority: ‘Garib’ (Poor), ‘Mahilayen’ (Women), ‘Y... Read More...

A BLUEPRINT FOR JOB GENERATION IN UNION BUDGET

Jul 29, 2024

### Focus on Employment Generation: The Union Budget 2024 places a significant emphasis on job creation and skill development, addressing both immediate and long-term needs to boost t... Read More...

FIVE NEW SCHEMES TO AID JOB CREATION

Jul 29, 2024

### Overview: The Union Budget 2024, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, proposes five new schemes with an outlay of ₹2 lakh crore aimed at generating jobs and enhancing skill development. These initiatives are part of a prioritized approach t... Read More...

Achievements of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)

Jul 29, 2024

### Improved Recovery Rates: - Recovery Rate: The average recovery rate under IBC has been around 45%, significantly higher than previous recovery mechanisms like SARFAESI, DRTs, and Lok Adalats. Read More...