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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 09/11/2024 SC overrules 1967 verdict on AMU’s minority tag /सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने AMU के अल्पसंख्यक दर्जे पर 1967 के फैसले को खारिज किया Syllabus : GS 2 : Polity Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court recently overruled a 56-year-old judgment in the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) minority status case, offering new guidelines for determining the minority character of educational institutions. The case, stemming from historical debates on the AMU’s foundation and status, saw a seven-judge bench revisiting critical issues related to minority rights, educational autonomy, and the interpretation of constitutional provisions. Overruling of 1967 Judgment Reversal…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 08/11/2024 All eyes on Baku and the climate finance goal/बाकू और जलवायु वित्त लक्ष्य पर सबकी निगाहें Syllabus : GS 3 : Enviroment Source : The Hindu At CoP29, securing better climate finance for the Global South is a key objective. The need for climate funding has surged dramatically, as the Global South bears the brunt of climate change impacts. However, there are significant challenges regarding the adequacy, terms, and accessibility of these funds, leading to tensions between the Global South and the Global North over climate justice and financing arrangements. Growing Finance Needs and Inequities Escalating…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/11/2024 Donald Trump makes historic comeback, wins second term /डोनाल्ड ट्रम्प ने ऐतिहासिक वापसी की, दूसरा कार्यकाल जीता Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Donald Trump has won a second term as U.S. President, defeating Kamala Harris and leading Republicans to secure the Senate. His campaign focused on economic concerns and immigration, appealing to Hispanic and younger voters, marking a significant political comeback. Analysis of the news: Donald Trump won the U.S. presidency for a second term, defeating Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee. Republicans gained control of the Senate with 52 seats, setting up a…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06/11/2024 SC upholds U.P. Madrasa Act; State has regulatory / सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने यूपी मदरसा अधिनियम को बरकरार रखा; राज्य के पास विनियामक अधिकार है Syllabus : GS 2 : Indian Polity Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court, in a three-judge bench led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, upheld the Constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004. This Act regulates madarsa education in Uttar Pradesh. Previously, in March, the Allahabad High Court struck down the Act, citing a violation of secularism principles. However, the Supreme Court stayed this High Court…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 05/11/2024 SC to consider ‘perpetual ban’ on firecrackers in the national capital Syllabus : GS 3 : Environment Source : The Hindu The Supreme Court of India has directed the Delhi government to consider a permanent ban on firecrackers due to severe pollution levels during Deepavali. The court noted the lack of enforcement of existing bans and criticised recent amendments that weakened penal provisions. Authorities are required to submit affidavits explaining their failure to enforce the ban and their plans for future regulations. Supreme Court’s Directive on Firecrackers in Delhi Call for Perpetual Ban: The Supreme Court…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/11/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/11/2024 Model by Chennai, Pune team predicts birth weight from routine scans /चेन्नई, पुणे की टीम द्वारा बनाया गया मॉडल नियमित स्कैन से जन्म के समय बच्चे के वजन का अनुमान लगाता है Syllabus : GS 3 : Science & Tech Source : The Hindu Indian researchers have developed a predictive model based on the Gompertz Model to estimate a newborn’s birth weight using routine pregnancy scans. What is the Gompertz Model? It is a mathematical model developed by English mathematician Benjamin Gompertz in the early 19th century. It was originally designed to model population growth in…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/10/2024 A collective effort towards peace in Myanmar / म्यांमार में शांति के लिए सामूहिक प्रयास Syllabus : GS 2 : International Relations Source : The Hindu The 44th ASEAN Summit in Vientiane highlighted growing regional issues, especially Myanmar’s crisis. Despite ASEAN’s peace efforts, Myanmar’s turmoil persists, testing the group’s commitment to stability. What are the key challenges facing ASEAN and India in their efforts to stabilize Myanmar? Lack of Consensus within ASEAN: ASEAN’s principle of consensus-based decision-making complicates strong, unified responses. Nations like Indonesia and Malaysia advocate for firm action, while others, including Thailand and Laos,…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29/10/2024 The burgeoning expenditure of elections Syllabus : GS 2 : Polity and Governance Source : The Hindu The estimated total expenditure for the upcoming U.S. presidential and Congressional elections in November 2024 is approximately $16 billion (around ₹1,36,000 crores). In contrast, the total expenditure by various political parties for the recent general election to the Lok Sabha in India was about ₹1,00,000 crores, according to the Centre for Media Studies (CMS). This raises various debates surrounding campaign finance (election expenditure) in India. Legislations Governing Campaign Finance in India Background The issue of election funding was not…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28/10/2024 India’s Nature Conservation Index rank 176, govt. slammed/ भारत का प्रकृति संरक्षण सूचकांक 176वें स्थान पर, सरकार की आलोचना Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu India ranked 176th out of 180 countries in the 2024 Nature Conservation Index, highlighting significant environmental conservation challenges. Developed with Israel’s Ben Gurion University, the index assesses global conservation efforts, sparking debate on India’s policies and commitment to biodiversity preservation. Nature Conservation Index (NCI) 2024: The 2024 Nature Conservation Index (NCI) is an international measure evaluating the conservation efforts of 180 countries. The NCI is developed by Goldman Sonnenfeldt…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/10/2024

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/10/2024 Physicist, IISc ex-professor Rohini Godbole passes away /भौतिकशास्त्री, IISc की पूर्व प्रोफेसर रोहिणी गोडबोले का निधन Syllabus : Prelims Fact Source : The Hindu Padma Shri recipient and pioneer of particle physics in India, Professor Rohini Godbole, passed away in Pune. Analysis of the News In a condolence note, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) said: “With great sadness, we deeply mourn the passing of Prof. Rohini Godbole. She passed away peacefully early this morning in her sleep. In addition to being a great scientist, she was a great leader, guide, colleague, and friend. She was…