Prelims – Places in news Location: Situated in Pabna District, Bangladesh, on the banks of the Padma River. Developer: Built with Russian assistance under the leadership of Rosatom, a state-owned nuclear energy corporation of Russia. Capacity: Comprises two VVER-1200 reactors (Water-Water Energetic Reactors). Total capacity: 2,400 MW (1,200 MW per …

Prelims – Environment – Species   Flightless bird, about 3 feet tall. Weighed around 10–20 kg (depending on diet and habitat). Family: Columbidae (related to pigeons and doves) Habitat: Endemic to the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. Lived in forested areas and fed on fruits, seeds, and roots. Extinction: …

GS2 – SOCIAL JUSTICE  CUSTODIAL DEATHS IN INDIA, referring to fatalities occurring while individuals are in police or judicial custody, remain a significant human rights concern. These incidents often highlight issues related to law enforcement practices, systemic challenges, and the need for comprehensive reforms. Statistics: Reported Cases: Between April 1, …

GS2 – GOVERNANCE DELIMITATION in India refers to the process of redrawing the boundaries of electoral constituencies to ensure fair representation in the Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. This process is crucial for maintaining the principle of “one person, one vote,” ensuring that each constituency has a roughly equal population. …

GS1 – WORLD HISTORY   Bolshevism refers to the radical communist ideology led by the Bolshevik faction of the Russian Social Democratic Labour Party (RSDLP), under Vladimir Lenin, which was pivotal in the Russian Revolution of 1917 and the establishment of the Soviet Union. 1. Origin: Meaning: “Bolshevik” comes from …

GS3 – ECONOMICS  The WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) is a global international organization established to regulate international trade. It provides a framework for negotiating trade agreements, resolving trade disputes, and promoting trade liberalization while ensuring fairness and adherence to agreed-upon rules. Key Features of WTO: Establishment and Headquarters Founded: January …

GS 3 – Environment – Act  The Forest Conservation Act, 1980 was enacted to protect forests and wildlife. It aims to regulate the diversion of forest land for non-forestry purposes while balancing developmental needs with the conservation of natural resources. Key Provisions: Regulation of Non-Forest Purposes: Forest land cannot be …

GS 3 – Environment – Act  The Forest Rights Act (FRA) of 2006 is a landmark legislation aimed at addressing the historical injustice meted out to forest-dwelling communities in India. It recognizes and vests forest rights in Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (OTFDs). Key Provisions of the …