GS 3 – ENVIRONMENT The Karnataka government’s plan to establish a tribal village within the buffer zone of Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary has ignited debate. While it seeks to rehabilitate over 570 displaced tribal families, concerns about human-wildlife conflict remain a significant issue. Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary: An Overview Location: Western Ghats, …

GS 3 – ECONOMY The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched the Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant (MITRA) platform to help investors locate and recover inactive or unclaimed mutual fund folios. Objectives of MITRA Enables investors to search for forgotten mutual fund holdings. Assists in …

GS 1- HISTORY Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron recently visited the Mazargues War Cemetery in Marseille to honor 900 Indian soldiers who served in World War I. This visit highlights India’s often-overlooked contributions to both World Wars. About Mazargues War Cemetery Established to honor soldiers from …

GS 3 – ENVIRONMENT The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 (FRA), aimed to empower forest communities, yet significant challenges persist. A recent study highlights limited recognition of Community Forest Resource (CFR) rights across most states, undermining the Act’s objectives. Current Status of …

GS 3 – ECONOMY The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), a government-backed initiative, plans to raise a $2 billion private credit fund—the largest of its kind in India. Discussions are ongoing with sovereign investors to secure participation. NIIF Overview Established in 2015, NIIF mobilizes long-term capital for infrastructure projects. …

GS 3 – ENVIRONMENT Launched in October 2023, the Green Credit Programme (GCP) and the Ecomark Scheme promote environmental sustainability. GCP incentivizes voluntary eco-actions, while Ecomark certifies eco-friendly products. Green Credit Programme (GCP) A market-based initiative rewarding afforestation and eco-restoration efforts. 17 states allocated 57,700 hectares for tree plantations, with …

GS – 3 – ENVIRONMENT Launched in April 2022, Mission Amrit Sarovar aims to combat water scarcity by constructing and rejuvenating 75 ponds per district, totaling 50,000 nationwide. As of January 2025, over 68,000 ponds have been completed, surpassing targets. Key Objectives & Implementation The mission focuses on sustainable water …

GS 2 – GOVERNANCE The World Government Summit (WGS) 2025 began on February 10, 2025, in Dubai, UAE. This 12th edition of the summit is themed “Shaping Future Governments” and has witnessed unprecedented international participation, with over 30 heads of state and more than 400 ministers. The summit, running until …