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GS3 – Science & Technology – IPR – Geographical Indication Kannadippaya, a traditional tribal mat, has officially become Kerala’s first tribal handicraft to receive the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, marking a significant milestone in the recognition of indigenous craft traditions. What is Kannadippaya? The term ‘Kannadippaya’ translates to ‘mirror mat’, …

Subjects: GS-1: Society: Women’s Advancement, Social Challenges GS-2: Governance & Welfare: Gender Initiatives, Economic Inclusion GS-3: Economy & Technology: Startups, Digital Empowerment Key Points Sanitation & Water Access Programs Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (SBM) enhanced cleanliness, dignity, and well-being for 116 million households. Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) boosted tap water coverage …

SUBJECT: GS-3: Economy (Biofuels, Agricultural Productivity) GS-2: Government Policies (Energy Security, Cooperative Sector Reforms) Key Highlights Overview of the Scheme The Government of India introduced the Modified Ethanol Interest Subvention Scheme to improve the financial viability of Cooperative Sugar Mills (CSMs). Allows CSMs to upgrade their ethanol plants to use …

SUBJECT: GS-2: Governance (Food Security, Welfare Schemes) GS-3: Economy (Financial Inclusion, Infrastructure Development) Key Highlights Launch of the Campaign Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Surat Food Security Saturation Campaign in Limbayat, Surat. Aims to distribute benefits under the National Food Security Act to 2.3 lakh beneficiaries. Represents Surat’s collective …

  SUBJECT: GS-2: Health & Biotechnology (Autoimmune Disorders, Gut Microbiome) GS-3: Science & Technology (Medical Research, Microbiome Therapy)   Key Highlights Understanding Vitiligo Autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks melanocytes, leading to skin depigmentation. Results in white patches, often causing social stigma and psychological distress. Affects 0.5% to 2% …

GS-3: Economy (Agricultural Exports, Value Addition in Agriculture) GS-3: Science & Tech (Agri-based Pharmaceuticals, Food Processing) Key Highlights India’s Position in the Global Spice Market: India is the largest producer and exporter of spices, yet its share in the $4 billion global seasoning market is only 0.7%. Current spice exports: …

GS-2: Governance (Electoral Reforms, Election Commission’s Role) GS-3: Technology in Governance (Voter ID Digitization, Data Management) Key Highlights Election Commission’s Plan to Resolve Duplicate Voter IDs: Election Commission (EC) acknowledged the issue of duplicate EPIC (Voter ID) numbers. EC committed to resolving the issue within 3 months by ensuring a …

PRELIMS BITS Context: A rare Small Indian Civet was spotted near Tadepalli in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, a region where it is not commonly seen. About Civet Cats: Classification: Not true cats; belong to the family Viverridae, closely related to mongooses. Diversity: 15–20 species worldwide. Distribution: Found in Asia, Africa, …

Context: Recent events in Maharashtra and Delhi have brought to light significant concerns regarding civil service aspirants. In Maharashtra, a trainee officer was discovered to have falsified documents, raising serious questions about the integrity of the selection process. Meanwhile, in Delhi, three aspirants tragically drowned, highlighting the immense pressure and …

What is the Representation of People Act, 1951? The electoral framework in India is regulated by specific sections within the Indian Constitution, namely Articles 324 to 329 of Part XV. These provisions empower the Parliament to formulate legislation pertaining to both national and statelevel elections. Article 324 specifically establishes the …

About: Tuberculosis is a dangerous infectious disease that spreads easily and usually affects the lungs. Cause: Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the bacteria that causes tuberculosis. Transmission: if a person with tuberculosis (TB) of the lungs or throat coughs, speaks, or sings, the bacteria can enter the air and spread to other …

India and Russia appear eager to reestablish their relations in the modern world. The significant effort that Moscow and New Delhi have put forth to ensure that the meetings are fruitful and successful underscores the significance of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Russia this week. A five-day visit …

India’s Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) procurement program India’s Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) procurement program was ambitious to bolster the Indian Air Force (IAF) with 126 modern fighter jets. Launched in 2007, it quickly became one of the world’s largest defence deals, attracting bids from six major global manufacturers: …

  The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), 2019 is a Citizenship Law passed by the Indian Parliament on December 11, 2019. It amends the Citizenship Act, 1955 to provide a fast track to Indian citizenship for persecuted religious minorities from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) sought …