UPSC Daily Current Affairs

"Karmayogi Saptah": A Week Dedicated to Civil Servant Development

Oct 24, 2024

"Karmayogi Saptah": A Week Dedicated to Civil Servant Development Prime Minister Narendra Modi is launching "Karmayogi Saptah," a National Learning Week, to boost the capacity and skills of India's civil servants. This initiative is part of "Mission Karmayogi," a program launched in 2020 to create a future-ready civil service rooted in Indian ethos with a global perspective. What is National Learning Week (NLW)? NLW is a week-long event dedicated to the learning and development of civil servants. It aims to promote a "One Government" approach, aligning all civil servants with national go... Read More...

Recall of Judgment: When Can a Court Recall its Own Decision

Oct 24, 2024

Recall of Judgment: When Can a Court Recall its Own Decision? The Supreme Court of India recently recalled its 2022 judgment on amendments to the benami property law, highlighting the principle of "recall of judgment." This legal mechanism allows a court to revisit and recall and overturn its previous decision under specific circumstances. When Can a Court Recall its Own Order? A court can recall its order when: Lack of Jurisdiction: The court lacked the inherent jurisdiction to pass the order, and this lack of jurisdiction is evident. Fraud or Collusion: Read More...

RAMANUJA AND VISHISHTADVAITA

Oct 24, 2024

RAMANUJA AND VISHISHTADVAITA Who was Ramanuja? Ramanuja was a prominent philosopher and theologian who lived around a thousand years ago (1017–1137 CE). He is best known for developing the Vishishtadvaita (qualified non-dualism) philosophy within the Vedanta school of Hinduism. His teachings emphasized devotion to God (bhakti) and were influential in shaping the Bhakti movement in India. What is Vishishtadvaita philosophy? Vishishtadvaita, or "qualified non-dualism," is the philosophy that Ramanuja proposed. It teaches that the ultimate reality, Brahman, is one but possesses distinct attributes or q... Read More...

ROOPKUND LAKE AND ITS SKELETONS:THE MYSTERY

Oct 24, 2024

ROOPKUND LAKE AND ITS SKELETONS:THE MYSTERY 1. Where is Roopkund Lake located? Roopkund Lake is situated in the Himalayas at an altitude of 16,500 meters, located in a remote region with the nearest settlement about five days away. 2. What is Roopkund Lake known for? The lake is famously known for the skeletal remains of around 200 people, discovered during warmer months when the ice thaws. 3. When were the skeletons discovered? The skeletons were first discovered in 1942 by an Indian forest official, H.K. Madhwal. The finding was made public in 1950. Read More...

Vadhavan and Galathea Bay:India's Expanding Port Infrastructure

Oct 24, 2024

Vadhavan and Galathea Bay:India's Expanding Port Infrastructure India is bolstering its maritime capabilities with the development of two new major ports: Vadhavan in Maharashtra and Galathea Bay in the Great Nicobar Island. These strategic projects aim to enhance India's trade capacity and strengthen its position in the global maritime landscape. FAQs Q1: What is the significance of Vadhavan port? A1: Vadhavan port will be developed on a "landlord model," where the government provides the land and basic infrastructure, while private players invest in and operate t... Read More...

Isha Foundation & Habeas Corpus

Oct 24, 2024

Isha Foundation & Habeas Corpus The Supreme Court of India closed a habeas corpus case filed by a father alleging his adult daughters were being held captive at the Isha Foundation. The court ruled that the daughters, aged 42 and 39, were residing at the foundation voluntarily. FAQs Q1: What is a habeas corpus petition? A1: A habeas corpus petition is a legal recourse used to challenge the illegal detention or confinement of an individual. It requires the detaining authority to produce the person before the court and justify the detention. Q2: Why did the father ... Read More...

Mission Mausam": Enhancing India's Weather Forecasting Capabilities

Oct 24, 2024

"Mission Mausam": Enhancing India's Weather Forecasting Capabilities India faces increasing challenges from extreme weather events, with floods and droughts impacting various regions. To address this, the government has launched "Mission Mausam," a ₹2,000 crore initiative aimed at improving weather forecasting and observation networks. Key Focus Areas for "Mission Mausam": Expanding Observation Networks: Western Coast and Urban Centers: Prioritize installing Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs) and other observational platforms along India's western coast, which faces increasing... Read More...

China's Economic Stimulus:Monetary,Financial and Fiscal

Oct 24, 2024

China's Economic Stimulus:Monetary,Financial and Fiscal China's once-envied economic growth has hit a snag, facing a unique combination of challenges, including deflationary pressures, a housing oversupply, and soaring youth unemployment. In response, the Chinese government has unleashed a series of stimulus measures that could potentially be the largest in history. FAQs Q1: What are the main factors contributing to China's economic slowdown? A1: Several factors are at play: Deflationary pressures: Consumer prices are decreasing, discouraging sp... Read More...

Lucy,The Fossil: 50 Years Later in 2024

Oct 23, 2024

Lucy,The Fossil: 50 Years Later in 2024 Q1: Who was Lucy? A1: Lucy was an Australopithecus afarensis, an early hominin species that lived in Africa between 3.9 and 2.9 million years ago. Her partial skeleton, discovered in Ethiopia in 1974, has provided invaluable insights into human evolution. Q2: Why is Lucy so important? A2: Lucy's skeleton is one of the most complete hominin fossils ever found, with 40% of her bones preserved. This completeness has allowed scientists to study her anatomy in detail and learn about how Australopithecus afarensis moved, ate, and lived. Read More...

Color-Coded Weather Alerts of India Meteorological Department (IMD)

Oct 23, 2024

Color-Coded Weather Alerts of India Meteorological Department (IMD) What are IMD's color-coded weather alerts? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) uses color codes to warn people about different weather events and how serious they might be. Think of it like a traffic light system for weather: green means go (no worries), yellow means be careful, orange means get ready, and red means take action! What kind of weather events do these alerts cover? These alerts cover a wide range of weather, including: Rain: Heavy rainfall, floods Read More...

Europa Clipper Mission to Jupiter's Moon, Europa: Look for Life

Oct 23, 2024

Europa Clipper Mission to Jupiter's Moon, Europa: Look for Life Q: What is Europa Clipper? A: Europa Clipper is a NASA spacecraft designed to explore Jupiter's moon Europa. Q: Why is Europa special? A: Europa is covered in a thick layer of ice, but scientists believe there's a vast ocean of salty water beneath it. This ocean might contain more water than all of Earth's oceans combined, and it could potentially support life! Q: What will Europa Clipper do? A: Europa Clipper will fly close to Europa many times, taking pictures and mea... Read More...

Greenwashing:New Rules to Protect Indian Consumers and the Planet

Oct 23, 2024

Greenwashing:New Rules to Protect Indian Consumers and the Planet Government is taking action against misleading environmental claims by businesses with new guidelines aimed at curbing "greenwashing" and protecting consumers. The move seeks to ensure that eco-friendly marketing is backed by verifiable evidence and transparent disclosures. FAQs Q1: What is greenwashing, and why is it a concern? A1: Greenwashing refers to deceptive marketing practices where companies exaggerate or misrepresent the environmental benefits of their products or services. It misleads consumers into be... Read More...

BABA SIDDIQUE: BONE OSSIFICATION TEST FOR AGE DETERMINATION

Oct 23, 2024

BABA SIDDIQUE: BONE OSSIFICATION TEST FOR AGE DETERMINATION 1. What is a bone ossification test? • A bone ossification test determines the age of a person by assessing the development and fusion of bones. It is typically used to estimate an individual’s age when birth records are unavailable or disputed, as seen in the Baba Siddique murder case. 2. How does the bone ossification test determine age? • The test analyzes the fusion of bones, particularly in the hands, wrists, and long bones. Based on the bone development stage, it provides an estimated age range, though not a precise figure. Read More...

Steel Imports Surge: A Challenge for the Indian Steel Industry

Oct 23, 2024

Steel Imports Surge: A Challenge for the Indian Steel Industry What is an import surge? An import surge is a sudden and significant increase in imports of a particular product into a country. It's like a flood of foreign goods entering the market. What is happening with steel imports in India? India is experiencing a surge in steel imports, particularly from China, Vietnam, Japan, and Korea. This is putting pressure on the domestic steel industry, affecting their profits and potentially impacting jobs. Why is this happening? Several factors are cont... Read More...

Import Surges: Causes, Consequences, and WTO Remedies

Oct 23, 2024

Import Surges: Causes, Consequences, and WTO Remedies What is an import surge? An import surge is a sudden and significant increase in imports of a particular product into a country. It's like a flood of foreign goods entering the market. Why do import surges happen? Import surges can be triggered by various factors: Domestic production shortfalls: When a country cannot produce enough of a product to meet domestic demand, it may rely on imports to fill the gap. This can be due to factors like natural disasters, crop failures, or low productivity. ... Read More...