GS 1 – Geography Storm Eowyn, a powerful bomb cyclone, has caused severe destruction across the British Isles, particularly affecting Ireland and Scotland. What is Storm Eowyn? Definition: A rapidly intensifying storm that experienced an extreme air pressure drop of 50 millibars within 24 hours, surpassing the threshold for “explosive …

Prelims bits – Map   Location: Africa, part of the African Great Lakes. Bordering Countries: Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. Significance: Primary reservoir of the Nile River. Key Facts: Largest tropical lake in the world. Second-largest freshwater lake globally. Major Threats: Deforestation and land use changes. Degradation of wetlands. Pollution from …

GS 3 – international relation Background: The United States withdrew from the Paris Agreement in 2021, marking its third departure from a major climate accord. US Engagement with Climate Treaties: First Exit (2001): The US, under President George W. Bush, withdrew from the Kyoto Protocol, citing economic concerns and the …

GS 3 – Environment Context: Indore and Udaipur have become the first Indian cities to receive the prestigious Wetland City Accreditation (WCA) under the Ramsar Convention on W etlands. What is Wetland City Accreditation (WCA)? Definition: A voluntary recognition under the Ramsar Convention that honors cities for their efforts in …