Daily Archives: December 15, 2024

HEMOPHILIA & GENE THERAPY

GS 3: Science & Tech           Hemophilia is a genetic disorder where the blood doesn’t clot properly, leading to excessive bleeding after injury, surgery, or even without a clear cause. It is usually inherited and primarily affects males, although females can be carriers of the gene. Hemophilia occurs because of …

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MOST-FAVORED-NATION (MFN)

GS 3: Economy The Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) principle under the World Trade Organization (WTO) promotes fairness in international trade. It means that if a country offers a favourable trade benefit, like lower taxes or tariffs, to one country, it must offer the same deal to all other WTO members. This helps …

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Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)

GS 3: Economy  Definition: FTAs reduce trade barriers (tariffs, quotas) to promote economic cooperation between nations. Key Features: Reduction in Barriers: Encourages trade with fewer restrictions. Formal Agreements: Bilateral or multilateral pacts. Types of Agreements: Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA): Tariff reductions (e.g., India-MERCOSUR). FTA: Eliminates most tariffs (e.g., India-Sri Lanka …

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Stampedes

GS 3: Disaster Management  A stampede is sudden, chaotic crowd movement causing injuries or fatalities, often triggered by panic or overcrowding. Notable Incidents in India: 2008 Naina Devi Temple: Landslide rumors caused 145 deaths. 2017 Mumbai Bridge: Overcrowding led to 22 fatalities. 2022 Vaishno Devi Shrine: Panic caused 22 deaths. …

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Vice President of India

GS 2: Polity  Opposition’s No-Confidence Motion The opposition has moved a no-confidence motion against the Vice President, alleging biased conduct during Rajya Sabha proceedings. Key Reasons for Motion: Neutrality: Essential for presiding officers in democracy. Alleged Bias: Claims of favoritism in debates, procedures, and disciplinary actions. Democratic Values: Ensures Rajya …

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Daylight Saving Time (DST):

GS 1-Geography  Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a practice where clocks are advanced by one hour during the summer months and set back in autumn to maximize the use of daylight. This system allows for longer evenings, potentially reducing the need for artificial lighting and optimizing the daylight available for …

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Panna Tiger Reserve

GS 1 -Geography  Panna Tiger Reserve is located in the northern part of Madhya Pradesh, nestled within the Vindhyan mountain range. Covering an area of 542 square kilometers, it stands as the only Tiger Reserve in the Bundelkhand In recognition of its ecological significance, the reserve was designated as a …

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Sambhal’s Jama Masjid

GS 1-History Historical Background of the Jama Masjid, Sambhal The Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, is a historical and architectural marvel that stands as a testament to the region’s rich and diverse history. Constructed in 1526 by Mir Hindu Beg, an officer in the service of Mughal Emperor Babur, …

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Syrian Civil War

GS 2-IR Historical Context: Since 1971, Syria has been governed by the Assad family. Hafez al-Assad ruled as an authoritarian leader until his death in 2000, when his son, Bashar al-Assad, assumed power. Their regime was characterized by a tightly controlled state apparatus, suppression of dissent, and favoritism towards the …

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