GS III-Energy Context: Scientists in northeastern France have discovered a large natural hydrogen deposit, marking one of the most significant reserves of white hydrogen ever found. (Source: TNN) What is White Hydrogen? Also known as natural hydrogen, gold hydrogen, or geologic hydrogen, it is naturally occurring molecular hydrogen found within …

GS III-Conservation Context: The discovery of Plastic Ice VII provides valuable insights into extreme planetary environments, as reported by The Times of India (ToI). What is Plastic Ice VII? A newly confirmed fourth phase of water, distinct from its conventional solid, liquid, and gaseous states. Forms under extreme conditions—requiring pressures …

GS III-Agriculture Context: A novel electrochemical method has been developed to extract urea from urine, facilitating wastewater treatment while converting it into a sustainable resource, as reported by The Hindu (TH). Urine as a Valuable Resource “Liquid Gold” Concept: Urine is rich in essential nutrients like phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen, …

GS I-Geography Context: The Fuego volcano in Guatemala recently erupted, prompting emergency response measures, as reported by The Guardian (TG). About Fuego Volcano Name & Location: Also known as Volcán de Fuego (Spanish for “Volcano of Fire”), it is situated near Antigua, Guatemala. Volcanic Activity: One of Central America’s most …

GS III-Conservation Context: A large wildfire has recently broken out in the Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary, as reported by The Free Press Journal (FPJ). About Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Situated on the outskirts of Udaipur, Rajasthan, within the Aravalli hills. Historical Significance: Encloses the Sajjangarh Fort, constructed in 1874 by Maharana …

GS III-Infrastructure Context: Excessive regulatory compliance and corruption have emerged as significant barriers to business growth in India, as highlighted in a recent The Hindu report. Economic Consequences of Corruption Increased Operational Costs: Frequent demands for bribes raise the cost of doing business. Deterrence to Foreign Investment: Nearly 80% of …

GS II-Health Context: A recent study by CSIR-CCMB highlights that endogamy plays a significant role in population-specific genetic disorders and influences drug metabolism across India. Understanding Endogamy: Endogamy refers to the practice of marrying within a defined social, caste, ethnic, religious, or tribal group, often reinforced by cultural or legal …

GS-I-History Background: Recently, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple in Chino Hills, California, was subjected to vandalism. About BAPS: Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) is a sect within Hinduism that follows Vaishnavism. It belongs to the Swaminarayan Sampradaya. Establishment: BAPS was founded in 1907 by Shastriji Maharaj (1865–1951), who propagated …