PRELIMS BITS:  Context: Research reveals significant magma reservoirs beneath long-dormant volcanoes in the Cascade Range. Key Features: Location: Spans northwestern U.S. and southwestern Canada. Formation: Result of the Juan de Fuca Plate subduction under the North American Plate. Significance: Part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, includes notable peaks like …

PRELIMS BITS:  Context: Indian deportees from the U.S. recounted their experiences of using the “donkey route” for illegal migration. Key Details: Definition: Arduous paths facilitated by traffickers for illegal migration to countries like the U.S. and U.K. Process: Migrants often use tourist visas for Schengen countries and later cross illegally …

PRELIMS BITS:  Context: The Union Cabinet approved a three-year extension for the NCSK. Key Points: Establishment: Formed under the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis Act, 1993. Status: Functioned as a statutory body until 2004; now a non-statutory body under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Functions: Investigates Safai Karamcharis’ …