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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/12/2023Lok Sabha passes Bills to replace British-era criminal lawsIndia’s defence budgeting and the point of deterrenceWhat causes inflation in India: Demand or supply issues?Outcomes of the COP-28 climate summitWHO tags JN.1 strain as ‘variant of interest’CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21/12/2023 Lok Sabha passes Bills to replace British-era criminal laws (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH The Lok Sabha recently approved three amended Bills that aim to modernize India’s criminal laws, replacing antiquated statutes rooted in colonial times. The legislation includes significant reforms, such as the integration of terrorism offenses into general crime laws, the elimination of…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 21 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper III, SecurityQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper III, EnvironmentMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper III, Security 1. How has India’s defence budget evolved over the years, and what key government initiatives have been implemented to enhance self-reliance in defence procurement? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Environment 2. What are the critical outcomes of COP28, and how would you assess the summit’s achievements, considering both its successes and shortcomings? Facebook Page 👉 https://www.facebook.com/raosacademyindia Telegram Channel 👉 https://t.me/raosacademyOfficial Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/raosacademyindia/ Please share your answer in image or the text form in the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/12/2023Centre launches forest certification schemePlug the breachHow MPs are suspended?Tax ‘HFSS’ foods, view it as a public health imperativeIndia’s ethanol conundrumStates can borrow an extra ₹2 lakh crore this yearCURRENT AFFAIRS – 20/12/2023 Centre launches forest certification scheme (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express Amid global concerns about deforestation and illicit timber trade, the Indian government has introduced its own forest certification scheme called the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS). The scheme aims to validate entities adhering to sustainable forest management practices, providing an alternative to foreign certification agencies operating in…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 20 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II and III, Policy and Internal SecurityQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper III, EconomyMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II and III, Policy and Internal Security 1. Discuss the implications of a cyber security attack and data leak on government digital initiatives. What potential risks and challenges could arise, and how might such incidents impact the trust of citizens in digital governance? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Economy 2. Examine the significance of fiscal discipline in the context of economic governance. Why is maintaining fiscal discipline crucial for…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/12/2023Significant Increase in One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) BeneficiariesPost Office Bill, 2023Logistics: Is it the key bottle­neck?Telecom Bill introduced in LSLandmark Judgment on Governor’s Powers: CJI’s Interpretation of Article 200Grass-root democracy as a bulwark against MaoistsWhat does COP-28 mean for cities?India’s first winter Arctic expedition beginsCURRENT AFFAIRS – 19/12/2023 Significant Increase in One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) Beneficiaries (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The implementation of the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme in Delhi has witnessed a substantial rise in beneficiaries, indicating its success in providing accessible ration…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 19 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues and AdministrationQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper II, PolityMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues and Administration 1. How does the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme work, and what are its intended benefits for citizens? Outline some of the challenges faced in the implementation of ONORC and discuss potential solutions to address these challenges? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Polity 2. What is the constitutional role of a Governor when presented with a bill by the state assembly? Discuss any relevant…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/12/2023LEADS (Logistics Ease Across Different States) 2023 report International School of Peace and Happiness to Open in Assam’s Bodoland Territorial RegionGlobal coal demand expected to decline by 2026: IEA reportAn uphill struggle to grow the Forest Rights ActOn selecting Election CommissionersAn overview of the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence ActBhutan to have 1,000-sq. km. green city along Assam borderKakrapar-4 nuclear reactor attains criticalityCURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/12/2023 LEADS (Logistics Ease Across Different States) 2023 report (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The Commerce and Industry Ministry released the Logistics Index Chart 2023, categorizing Indian states…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 18 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, PolityQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Environment and Energy SecurityMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Polity 1. Explain the significance of the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution and how it impacts the governance and administration of certain regions. Question 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Environment and Energy Security 2. Discuss the significance of the global decline in coal demand for environmental considerations. How does this trend impact the global push for sustainability and the reduction of carbon emissions? Additionally, considering this shift, what challenges and…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/12/2023Opportune moment to rediscover Chennai’s hydrologySultan of Oman’s State Visit to India and Bilateral RelationsHungary blocks EU aid for UkraineWhy India’s green push needs balancing?How the hottest summer ever affected the Arctic?On AI, innovation vs safetyCURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/12/2023 Opportune moment to rediscover Chennai’s hydrology (General Studies- Paper I and II) Source : TH The recent surge in heavy rainfall, attributed to climate change, has intensified the frequency of floods in India, notably affecting Chennai. The city faced severe flooding in 2005, 2015, and 2023, with the latest being deemed the worst in 47 years. Despite…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/12/2023COP28: Much done, but still not enoughUrgent need to control useof e-cigarettes, says WHOIndira Gandhi Peace Prize 2023Logistics costs pegged at 7.8%-8.9% of GDPThe nature of the futureDelay in New Industrial Policy as Government Focuses on PLICURRENT AFFAIRS – 15/12/2023 COP28: Much done, but still not enough (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express COP28 delivered some significant outcomes, including a first-time acknowledgment of the need to move away from fossil fuels. A promise to reduce methane emissions was made, along with the operationalization and capitalization of the loss and damage fund. An agreement…