GS3: INTERNAL SECURITY: The Siliguri Corridor, often referred to as the “Chicken’s Neck,” is a strategically vital strip of land in the northeastern part of India. It connects mainland India to the northeastern states and is flanked by Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. Geographical Significance Location: Situated in the Darjeeling district …
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“JATRA: A TRADITIONAL FOLK THEATRE OF INDIA”
GS1 ART & CULTURE Jatra is a vibrant form of folk theatre that originated in Bengal and has spread to parts of Odisha, Bihar, Assam, and Eastern India. Known for its dramatic storytelling, music, and exaggerated performances, Jatra serves as an important cultural and social medium for entertainment and education …
Read More »CRUISE MISSILE VS BALLISTIC MISSILE
GS3: TECHNOLOGY Feature Cruise Missile Ballistic Missile Trajectory Follows a low-altitude, almost horizontal flight path. Follows a parabolic trajectory, exiting and re-entering the atmosphere. Propulsion Powered throughout the flight. Powered during the initial boost phase only. Speed Generally subsonic or supersonic. Hypersonic during re-entry. Maneuverability High maneuverability; can adjust course …
Read More »URBAN POVERTY IN INDIA
GS1: INDIAN SOCIETY Context: The India Employment Report (IER) 2024, recently published, has highlighted the paradox of higher unemployment rates and wages in urban areas. This calls for a deeper understanding of the implications for urban poverty. About the Report Published by: International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Institute for …
Read More »Active Hydrothermal Vents
GS 3 – Geography Seafloor Hot Springs: These are openings on the ocean floor where geothermally heated water escapes. Tectonic Activity: Hydrothermal vents are commonly found in volcanically active regions, particularly near mid-ocean ridges where tectonic plates are diverging. Formation Process: Seawater seeps into cracks in the oceanic crust. The …
Read More »International Solar Alliance (ISA)
GS 2 – International organisation Context: Recently, Moldova Signs the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Framework Agreement, furthering its commitment to promoting renewable energy. The ISA was launched in 2015 at COP21 in Paris as a joint initiative by India and France. Its headquarters is in Gurugram, India, and the Framework …
Read More »Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
GS 2 – International organisation The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is a permanent intergovernmental body established in 1960 during the Baghdad Conference. It was formed to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among member countries. Founding Members: Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela. Current Members: …
Read More »Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991
GS 2 – Governance The Places of Worship Act was introduced to preserve the religious character of all places of worship as they existed on August 15, 1947. It prohibits any alterations to their status and aims to uphold their original identity. Aimed at promoting secularism, communal harmony, and upholding …
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