UPSC Daily Current Affairs

DARK WEB AND TERRORISM

Jul 20, 2024

DEFINITIONS AND INTRODUCTION The Dark Web The dark web is a part of the internet that is not indexed by traditional search engines and requires specific software, such as Tor, to access. It is known for its anonymity and is often associated with illegal activities, including drug trafficking, arms sales, and illicit financial transactions. Terrorism Terrorism involves the use of violence or intimidation, particularly against civilians, to achieve political, religious, or ideological goals. Terr... Read More...

Finance Commission :Simplifier

Jul 20, 2024

1. What is the Finan... Read More...

Laws to combat superstition

Jul 20, 2024

1. Is there a need f... Read More...

Indian Foreign Policy and Strategic autonomy

Jul 20, 2024

1. What is strategic au... Read More...

Puja Khedkar and UPSC

Jul 20, 2024

1. Puja Khedkar is a probationary IAS officer from the 2023 batch. 2. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has: - Filed an FIR against her - Issued a show cause notice for cancellation of her candidature - Given her 2 weeks to respond 3. UPSC's investigation found that Khedkar: - Appeared for civil services exams 12 times since 2012 - This violates the rules on number of attempts allowed - Faked her identity by changing her name, parents' names, photograph, signature, address... Read More...

ICAR : ‘ONE SCIENTIST ONE PRODUCT’

Jul 20, 2024

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched its ‘One Scientist-One Product’ programme on July 16, marking the institution’s 96th foundation day. This initiative aims to enhance research in agriculture and animal husbandry, encouraging each of the 5,521 ICAR scientists to develop a product, technology, model, concept, or publication annually. Key Highlights of the Launch • Programme Goals: • The initiative focuses on innovation, with scientists identifying and developing specific products or technologies each year.... Read More...

CROWDSTRIKE AND THE WINDOWS BSOD OUTAGE

Jul 20, 2024

CROWDSTRIKE ANDBLUE SCREEN OF DEATH (BSOD) 1. What is CrowdStrike? Read More...

ASHOKA CHAKRA IN THE INDIAN FLAG

Jul 20, 2024

The Ashoka Chakra is a prominent symbol on the national flag of India. Here are some key points about it: 1. Design and Appearance: Read More...

Top ten most populous countries as of 2024:

Jul 20, 2024

1. India • Population: Approximately 1.429 billion • Notes: Recently surpassed China to become the most populous nation . 2. China • Population: Approximately 1.426 billion • Notes: Second most populous country with an aging population . 3. United States • Population: Approximately 334 million • Notes: Largest population in the Western Hemis... Read More...

Top ten largest countries by land area:

Jul 20, 2024

1. Russia • Area: 17,098,242 square kilometers • Notes: Largest country in the world, spanning Eastern Europe and northern Asia. 2. Canada • Area: 9,984,670 square kilometers • Notes: Largest country in the Western Hemisphere and the second largest in the world. 3. China • Area: 9,596,961 square kilometers • Notes: Largest country entirely i... Read More...

Lok Sabha Business Advisory Committee:

Jul 20, 2024

Q: What is the Lok Sabha Business Advisory Committee (BAC)? A: The BAC is a parliamentary committee established under Rule 287 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha. It serves as a key mechanism for planning and scheduling the legislative and non-legislative business of the Lok Sabha. Q: What is the composition of the BAC? A: The committee consists of 15 members, including: - The Speaker of Lok Sabha (Chairperson) - The Deputy Spea... Read More...

India's Electronic Sector and Global Value Chains

Jul 20, 2024

1. What are Global Value Chains (GVCs) in the context of the electronics industry? Global Value Chains in electronics refer to the international networks of production processes that span across multiple countries. These processes include design, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of electronic products. GVCs represent a modern approach to manufacturing where different stages of production are distributed globally to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. In the electronics industry, GVCs are particularly significant, accounting f... Read More...

Curiosity rover of NASA :

Jul 19, 2024

Q: What is Curiosity? A: A robot car exploring Mars. Q: When did it land? A: 2012. Q: What does it do? A: Studies Mars' rocks, soil, and air. Q: How big is it? A: About as big as a car. Q: How does it work? A: Uses special tools to take pictures... Read More...

Nitrogen Pollution in Indian Agriculture

Jul 19, 2024

1. What is nitrogen pollution in agriculture? Nitrogen pollution occurs when excess nitrogen from fertilizers and other sources accumulates in soil, water, and air, leading to environmental and health issues. 2. How does nitrogen pollution affect soil? It can lead to soil degradation, acidification, reduced fertility, and long-term damage to soil health. 3. What are the main sources of nitrogen pollution in Indian agr... Read More...

Indian Vulture Decline and Conservation Efforts

Jul 19, 2024

1. What caused the decline of Indian vultures? The decline was primarily due to the widespread use of diclofenac, a veterinary painkiller toxic to vultures that they ingested through carcasses of treated livestock. 2. How severe was the vulture population decline? The vulture population in India declined by up to 99.9% for some species by the mid-1990s. 3. What impact did the vulture decline have on human health? Read More...