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Mains Answer Writing Practice – 18 August 2023

Contents Mains Question – Word Limit (200 Words)Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social IssuesQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper I, Indian HistoryMains Question – Word Limit (200 Words) Question 1 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues 1. Critically analyse the key objectives, implementation, and impact of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) on rural employment and development in India? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper I, Indian History 2. What were the goals, leadership, and significance of the Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army) during India’s struggle for independence, and how did it contribute…

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

Contents Netaji Subhas Chandra BoseAbout Netaji Subhas Chandra BoseLeadership in the Indian National Congress:The Great Escape:The Azad Hind Fauj or the Indian National Army:Key Dates and Events:Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Today marks 77 years since Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s death anniversary. On his death anniversary, the country pays its homage to one of the greatest leaders of modern India. About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Birth and Early Life: Birth: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897, in Cuttack, Odisha, India, in a well-educated and politically active family. Education: He completed his early education in Cuttack and later…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/08/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/08/2023Sulina Channel for Ukraine Grain TradeThe new non-poorDrones to monitor MGNREGA worksitesThe gaps in the Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) ActStealth Frigate INS VindhyagiriCURRENT AFFAIRS – 18/08/2023 Sulina Channel for Ukraine Grain Trade (General Studies- Paper I and II) Source : IE The Danube delta has become an alternative route for Ukraine’s grain exports after Russia withdrew from the Black Sea grain deal. The earlier deal facilitated safe passage for cargo ships carrying grain from Ukrainian Black Sea ports of Odessa, Chornomorsk, and Pivdennyi. Key Highlights The Sulina Channel, a 63 km long distributary of the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/08/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/08/202310,000 electric buses in 169 citiesA necessary brakeHousing for allKoosina mane schemeBihar’s caste-based survey facing a challengeVishwakarma schemeGlobal Initiative on Digital HealthCURRENT AFFAIRS – 17/08/2023 10,000 electric buses in 169 cities (General Studies- Paper III) Source : The Hindu The Union Cabinet has approved a scheme called PM e-bus Sewa with the aim of enhancing urban infrastructure and promoting green mobility initiatives in India. The scheme will add 10,000 electric buses (e-buses) to city bus services across the country. An e-bus is defined as a bus that relies solely on zero-emission electricity for its propulsion and…

Mains Answer Writing Practice – 17 August 2023

Contents Mains Question – Word Limit (200 Words)Question 1 – General Studies- Paper I, GeographyQuestion 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Social IssuesMains Question – Word Limit (200 Words) Question 1 – General Studies- Paper I, Geography 1. What is a “western disturbance” and how does it influence weather patterns in India? Question 2 – General Studies- Paper II, Social Issues 2. What is the “Housing for All” scheme launched by the government? What are the different components or phases of the “Housing for All” scheme, and how do they cater to various segments of society? Facebook Page 👉 https://www.facebook.com/raosacademyindia Telegram…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/08/2023

Contents CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/08/2023Tamil Nadu Chief Minister seeks transfer of education back to State ListBird survey at Corbett Tiger ReserveKerela- Draught SituationConsumption-based poverty estimatesCauvery water sharing issueNo more ‘deemed forests’ in OdishaCURRENT AFFAIRS – 16/08/2023 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister seeks transfer of education back to State List (General Studies- Paper II) Source : TH Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin emphasized transferring education back to the State List of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution. This move is proposed to eliminate centralized exams like NEET. Education was originally a State subject but was shifted to the Concurrent List during…

MATSYA 6000

Contents MATSYA 6000About MATSYA 6000About India’s Deep Ocean MissionAbout International Seabed Authority (ISA)About United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)MATSYA 6000 Recently the government revealed that as a part of Samudrayaan mission, a self-propelled manned submersible (MATSYA 6000) will carry 3 persons to a depth of 6000 meters for exploration of deep-sea resources. About MATSYA 6000 About India’s Deep Ocean Mission India’s “Deep Ocean Mission” was launched in 2019, focusing on exploring and extracting deep ocean minerals. About International Seabed Authority (ISA) About United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)

The Katchatheevu Island

Contents The Katchatheevu IslandWhere is the island of Katchatheevu?What is the island’s history?The Agreement of 1974The Impact of Sri Lankan Civil WarWhat is Tamil Nadu’s position on Katchatheevu?The Katchatheevu Island Prime Minister Narendra Modi referenced the island of Katchatheevu during a speech in the Indian Parliament on August 10. Where is the island of Katchatheevu? What is the island’s history? The Agreement of 1974 The Impact of Sri Lankan Civil War What is Tamil Nadu’s position on Katchatheevu?

Quit India Movement

Contents Quit India MovementBackgroundKey EventsKey Leaders:Parallel GovernmentsQuit India Movement The Quit India Movement, also known as the August Movement or Bharat ChodoAndolan, was a watershed event in India’s fight against British colonial rule. Background Key Events Key Leaders: Parallel Governments Sections who did not participate Impact and Legacy: Quit India Movement fizzles out In the end, the Quit India Movement began to lose its intensity due to British repression, leadership arrests, changing global dynamics, and the gradual shift towards negotiations and talks.

Luna-25

Contents Why in News?-Will it hamper Chandrayaan-3 mission?- Different Landing Areas and Stages of Luna-25 MissionISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 Mission and Lunar ExplorationPotential for Cooperation and Future Lunar ExplorationMission Overview:Scientific Objectives:Luna 25 has two primary scientific goals:Lander Features:Lunar Robotic Arm (LRA):Science Instruments:Luna 25 carries eight science instruments, including:Launch and Lunar Operations:Why in News?- Russia’s space agency, Roscosmos, recently launched the Luna-25 mission to the Moon, while India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission was launched earlier. Luna-25 was launched from Russia’s Vostochny spaceport on August 11, 2023, and its lunar lander is expected to reach the Moon on August 23, the same day Chandrayaan-3 is also…