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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…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 16 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper I, Geography and Urban PlanningQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper I and III, Geography and EnvironmentMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper I, Geography and Urban Planning 1. How do urban floods occur, and what are the key factors contributing to their occurrence? Additionally, what measures and mitigation efforts can be implemented to address and prevent urban flooding in cities? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper I and III, Geography and Environment 2. How is climate change impacting the Arctic, and what are the potential consequences of these changes for the…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 15 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper III, EnvironmentQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper III, EconomyMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper III, Environment 1. Discuss the significant outcomes of COP28, highlighting both its successes and areas where it fell short. Examine how these outcomes contribute to global efforts in addressing climate change and the challenges that remain in achieving more comprehensive and impactful results. Question 2 – General Studies- Paper III, Economy 2. Examine the logistics cost scenario in India and compare it with major global economies. Also, highlight the challenges faced in reducing logistics costs and…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/12/2023Aging Workforce and High Wages Impact MGNREGS Participation in KeralaPompe disease: What is this rare genetic disorder?Kidney transplants in India: the law, the demand, the alleged racketsCOP28 summit calls for ‘transition away’ from fossil fuelsEnd the uncertainty: Sri Lankan refugees in Tamil NaduIndians vulnerable to climate change induced health issuesRoad fatalities rise in India,despite global drop: WHO‘New Delhi Declaration’ on artificial intelligence adoptedCURRENT AFFAIRS – 14/12/2023 Aging Workforce and High Wages Impact MGNREGS Participation in Kerala (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express The state of Kerala faces a unique challenge under the Mahatma…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/12/2023Key aspects of Supreme Court’s Article 370 verdictWhat was the SR Bommai judgment?What was Karan Singh’s Proclamation of 1949?LS clears Bills for women’s quota in J&K, Puducherry AssembliesIndia’s extreme rainfall ‘corridor’74.1% of Indians unable to afford a healthy diet: FAO ReportCURRENT AFFAIRS – 13/12/2023 Key aspects of Supreme Court’s Article 370 verdict (General Studies- Paper II) Source : The Indian Express A Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud upheld the constitutional validity of two Presidential Orders—CO (The Constitution (Application To Jammu and Kashmir) Order) 272 and 273 of August 5…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 14 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social IssuesQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues and Public PolicyMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues 1. How does the increasing proportion of ageing workforce impact both the social fabric and economic dynamics of a country, and what strategies can be implemented to address the associated challenges? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues and Public Policy 2. How does climate change impact public health, and what proactive measures should governments take to mitigate the health risks associated with climate change? Facebook…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 13 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Polity and Social IssuesQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Social IssuesMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Polity and Social Issues 1. What is the significance of the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023 in the context of women’s representation in Indian politics, and what challenges might be anticipated in its effective implementation? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues 2. What is the current status of malnutrition in the country and what are its social and economic consequences? Highlight actions or measures taken by government to…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/12/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/12/2023The future of healthcare is in our GenesMNRE plans long-term exemption for green hydrogen projects for Solar PVSupreme Court upholds the abrogation of Article 370Harvest the Odisha story to ensure food securityCan Bihar increase its reservation pool?What are the FSB’s concerns about crypto asset intermediaries?President’s actions during State Emergency open to scrutiny: SCSource : THCURRENT AFFAIRS – 12/12/2023 The future of healthcare is in our Genes (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Indian Express The Indian healthcare system is facing significant challenges, particularly in dealing with genetic disorders and the formidable burden of diseases like…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 12 December 2023

Contents Mains Question Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, PolityQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper II, PolityMains Question  Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Polity 1. Describe the changes that occur in the administration of a state when President’s Rule is imposed, highlighting the role of the President and the impact on the powers of the state government. Question 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Polity 2. Discuss the Supreme Court verdict on the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. What were the key findings and observations made by the court in this regard? Facebook Page 👉 https://www.facebook.com/raosacademyindia…